“The best soup I’ve had included a mixture of dry roasted masalas, red pepper powder, turmeric, salt and crispy fried onions. It was topped with fresh coriander for garnish. The masalas had a hot burning flavor but also a taste of fresh cooked vegetables.” – Kiran Kaur

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“The best soup I ever had has to be the miso soup from Mana sushi bar. I remember going to eat there every Friday as a kid and devouring bowls of the stuff. Every sip brings back memories of birthdays, family dinners and great friends.” – Miguel Razo

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“My mom makes this soup that is chock-full of corn, carrots, beef and other veggies. When I studied abroad, I made it every week for my roommates for our “Soup Sunday.” It was an awesome way to be able to share a piece of home with everyone.” – Rebecca Pettas

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“Creamy asparagus soup is the best soup I have eaten. It is warm, green and buttery and has small bits of asparagus in every spoonful. I remember eating a bowl of it every winter when I was younger. My mom serves it with saltine crackers.” – Leticia Lopez

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