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If you are new to sushi, you may wonder why raw fish is considered a delicacy while people fret about undercooked beef or chicken meat. Many people find this confusing and avoid eating sushi at all because they are afraid of getting food-borne diseases. Despite this, sushi has spread far and wide and food lovers around the world can’t stop …

If you are a beginner at sushi eating, you need to be careful about what you order because your choice can make or break your interest in this delicacy. The world of sushi is extremely diverse in terms of flavors, textures, and taste. With so many different options for fillings, no two dishes taste the same. Besides sushi ranging widely …

Imagine that you walk into a high-end sushi restaurant for dinner and you are really excited to try the food. You see people around you eating with chopsticks and wonder whether you can use a spoon or fork. Would it be impolite to ask for one? Does it reveal your shortcomings? Is it something to be ashamed of? The BIG …

I know we have come across some bizarre names of sushi, but I am sure you haven’t heard anything like this before – the shaggy dog sushi. If the name makes you wonder if it has any connection with our canine friends, then let me tell you that it doesn’t. Many people ask me ‘is shaggy dog sushi cooked?’ The …

If you have just started taking interest in Japanese cuisine, you may come across several local terms that may perplex you. I don’t blame you because I have been in your shoes several years before. Two of the most confused terms are kaiseki and omakase. Some people use them interchangeably as if they mean the same thing but actually they …

If you haven’t eaten salmon roe (ikura) before, you may feel slightly intimidated by the orange balls that sit pretty on a clump of rice bed or used as a garnish on sushi rolls. As you take a bite, the rich and savory flavors burst into your mouth, making you feel ecstatic. The delicious orange balls that emit a sweet …