Noodles have been a global culinary staple for centuries, originating in China and spreading to influence European cuisines. The word "noodle" itself entered English from German in the 18th century. Across the world, noodle dishes offer unique cultural experiences and flavors. In Oslo, Norway, Hrimnir Ramen offers a Nordic twist on Japanese ramen using local, fermented ingredients. Hanoi, Vietnam, is home to Phở Hàng Trống, where home chef Ms. Minh serves traditional northern-style pho from her living room. Tokyo, Japan, boasts Inari Soba Mansei, a historic soba shop connected to a legend of a shapeshifting fox.Butte, Montana, is home to the Pekin Noodle Parlor, the oldest continuously operating Chinese restaurant in the U.S., serving American-Chinese classics. Indonesia's Mie Lethek Garuda uses traditional methods, including cows, to create unique, chewy "ugly noodles" from cassava and sweet potatoes. Taipei, Taiwan, celebrates its past with the 80s-themed Pure Love Diner Bar, serving Taiwanese classics and offering karaoke.In Spain, Binissalem's Festa des Vermar features a massive communal dish of fideus de vermar, a local noodle paella. Brooklyn, New York, has Bamonte's, an old-school Italian restaurant known for affordable classics and a history tied to the mafia and celebrities. Phuket Town, Thailand, offers Khanom Jeen Pa Mai, where thin rice noodles are customized with a wide array of toppings. Singapore's Hawker Chan serves a Michelin-starred, affordable chicken and noodle dish, expanding globally. Hong Kong features Lin Heung Tea House, an old-school dim sum spot where servers bring dishes via trolley. Japan's Matsuka Seimen Noodle Factory uses a unique foot-kneading technique for its udon and offers a green tea broth soba. Finally, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, presents Bún Riêu Gánh, serving a flavorful crab paste noodle soup with various garnishes.