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Even though it has been more than seven decades since gunkan sushi was invented, there are still some folks out there who either have absolutely no idea what it is, or they know very little about this delicious treat. This is especially the case if you are not Japanese or didn’t grow up eating sushi. Anyhow, there is a first …

Have you ever walked into a sushi restaurant and found the terms ‘white tuna’ or ‘white maguro’ written on the menu? If that makes you feel that the restaurant is offering you high quality and delicious fish at a reasonable price, I don’t blame you. It’s supposed to make you feel that way but read on to find out the …

As the morning alarm ticks, you may feel like a snail trying to force yourself out of the bed. With a morning cup of coffee in your hand and the day staring at your face, the first thing you will (should) probably think of is the breakfast. Whether you are dieting or have an important meeting to attend, skipping your …

Have you ever wondered if any rice is good for making sushi? For example, you really want to eat sushi and you have all the ingredients at home, but you have only jasmine rice. Will that work for sushi? If you wish for authentic Japanese sushi – avoid jasmine rice. You may think why – rice is rice. But no, …

If you are a fan of raw fish, sauces, and rice, you are sure to enjoy the traditional delicacies like Chirashi and Poke. Chirashi is the Japanese term used for referring to the bowl containing raw fish and rice, while Poke originates from Hawaii and constitutes of raw fish marinated in lipsmacking sauces. While both Chirashi and Poke look like …

If you talk about Asian cuisine, sticky rice inevitably finds its way as it is arguably one of the most unique types of rice in existence. The distinct flavor, aroma, and texture make it stand apart from other types of rice. The oval and round shape also makes it easily identifiable. So, what kind of rice is sticky rice? Also …