Osaka is known for its food, in Japan and abroad. Author Michael Booth and food critic François Simon of Le Figaro have suggested that Osaka is the food capital of the world. Osakans' love for the culinary is made apparent in the old saying "Kyotoites are financially ruined by overspending on clothing, Osakans are ruined by spending on food. Regional cuisine includes okonomiyaki ( pan-fried batter cake), takoyaki (octopus in fried batter), Ramen(noodle dish), Yakitori (BBQ) ,Tempura。