2015 Ramen Attack: Heroes Edition

Zen Box Izakaya presents 2015 Ramen Attack: Heroes Edition

Date: Sunday, September 27
Location: Mill City Museum Train Shed
Time: 12:00pm to 5:00pm (Rain or Shine)

What is Ramen Attack?
Ramen Attack is a free festival for all ages celebrating a unique combination of both Japanese and Twin Cities food and culture. The event donates net proceeds from food and beverage sales to the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization.

Why should I attend Ramen Attack: Heroes Edition?
Delicious food, great drinks, and amazing entertainment are all unique parts of our event. But the most important reason to attend is to be a hero for children with cancer and support Children’s Cancer Research Fund.

Do I need a ticket to attend?
No - event entry is free! Food and beverage, however, are not free.
(Regular admission required to visit Museum exhibits)

How much do food & beverage cost?
Food and beverage tickets will be sold in Ramen Attack Passports.

Ramen Attack Passports are on sale for $40 (a $55 value) and contain:
•2 Ramen tickets
•1 Street Snack ticket
•2 Beverage tickets (soda for all, beer for 21+ - must show valid ID)
•Up to 2 alcohol wristbands for 21+ attendees (must show valid ID to receive wristband)
•1 Dessert ticket
•1 free Mill City Museum Exhibits entry
•Entry form for Ramen Attack prize giveaways

Do I need to buy a Passport in advance?
Yes! Due to space, time, and travel, our guest chefs will produce a finite amount of delicious food. We can’t guarantee that ramen or street snacks will still be available for purchase on the day of the event, so purchasing a Passport is the only way to ensure you won’t miss out.

How do I pick up my Passport?
Passports will be available for pick up at Mill City Museum beginning at 11:30 am on the day of the event. A photo ID is required to pick up Passports. A photo ID is also required for anyone 21+ who intends to use his or her Beverage tickets for alcohol.

Please note that Passports will not be available for pick up anytime before 11:30 am on Sunday, September 27. While you are welcome to arrive early, we will not begin Passport distribution until 11:30 am and you will be asked to wait in line until distribution begins.

Will tickets be available to purchase at the event?
We can’t guarantee that ramen or street snacks will still be available for purchase on the day of the event. A limited number of tickets may be available, but we wouldn’t risk it - we highly recommend that attendees pre-purchase a Passport. Beer, soda, and water will be available for purchase onsite.

What else should I know about drinking alcohol at the event?
In order to comply with liquor licensing laws, attendees ages 21+ will be required to wear a wristband. We are requesting a $1 cash donation to CCRF to cover the cost of wristbands.
 
What is the weather policy?
Rain or shine! There are no refunds on tickets or Passports and we will celebrate regardless of weather.

Who will be cooking?
We have an amazing group of guest chefs from across the country:
•Keizo Shimamoto, Ramen Shack in New York City
•Justin Carlisle, Red Light Ramen by Ardent in Milwaukee
•Jorge Guzman, Surly Brewer's Table in Minneapolis
•Jack Reibel, Il Foro & Paddy Shack in Minneapolis
•John Ng, Zen Box Izakaya in Minneapolis

Several chefs will also offer cooking demonstrations:
•Kenshiro Uki, Ramen Lab & Sun Noodle in New York City
•Diane Yang, Spoon & Stable in Minneapolis
•Thomas Boemer, Corner Table & Revival in Minneapolis

Attendees who have purchased passports are required to use the Mill City Museum Exhibits entry ticket in their passports to view the chef demonstrations. Attendees without passports will be required to purchase Mill City Museum Exhibits entry to view these demonstrations.

What else can I find at the festival?
•Artisan ice lollies from FrioFrio MN
•Brews from Asahi Beer and Surly Brewing Co.
•Kaishin Dojo Japanese Fencing Group
•Mu Daiko Drum Performance Group
•Seven Dragons Japanese Swords Group
•Music by DJ Steez

Is my registration/ticket transferable?
Yes! Feel free to transfer it to a friend, as long as they have the printed ticket. The recipient of the transferred ticket must also be 21+ and present their valid photo ID.

What other information do I need to know about Ramen Attack: Heroes Edition?
In the event that ramen and/or street snack tickets are available for purchase onsite, these sales will be CASH ONLY. All onsite beverage sales for beer, soda, and water will also be CASH ONLY. There is one ATM at Mill City Museum in the Gift Shop. We recommend that you bring cash if you plan to purchase additional beverages onsite.

Ramen options and availability are subject to change without prior notice and on a first-come-first-served basis, while supplies last.

Limited metered street parking is available near the event. There are also several parking ramps. Detailed parking information is available at http://www.millcitymuseum.org/directions. 

No pets are allowed on Mill City Museum property. (Only Certified Service Animals are allowed in the Museum grounds)
No outside food or beverage is allowed.

Please send an email with your questions to info@zenboxizakaya.com