As a Norwegian father with a deep love for food, family, and travel, I thought I had tasted most of what the world had to offer. Seafood, in particular, runs in our blood — herring, cod, mackerel — all familiar flavors from my coastal upbringing in Bergen. But nothing, absolutely nothing
Sashimi is a traditional Japanese dish featuring thinly sliced, raw fish served fresh to highlight its natural flavors and textures. Hamachi, or yellowtail amberjack, is a popular choice for sashimi due to its buttery, rich flavor and tender, slightly firm texture.
Watashi wa Tanaka Ichiro desu. I am Tanaka Ichiro, the owner of a small sashimi bar in Osaka. I am now 72 years old. For more than 60 years, I have worked with fish, especially Maguro — the noble tuna. Today, I will share my life, my thoughts, and my way of preparing Maguro sashimi
Okayama Barazushi, also known as Matsuri-zushi (festival sushi), is a colorful and flavorful sushi dish hailing from Japan’s Okayama Prefecture, often called the “Land of Sunshine.” This traditional dish, born during the Edo period (1603-1868), emerged as a clever response to a frugality
Oshizushi, or pressed sushi, is a traditional Japanese dish that stands out for its striking presentation and harmonious flavors. Unlike rolled sushi (maki) or hand-formed nigiri, oshizushi is created using a wooden mold called an oshizushi hako to press layers of sushi rice
Chirashi sushi, often called “scattered sushi,” is a vibrant and effortless Japanese dish that brings together the essence of sushi in a bowl. Unlike rolled sushi, chirashi features a bed of seasoned sushi rice topped with an artful arrangement of fresh, colorful ingredients like sashimi-grade fish
Temaki sushi, often called a “hand roll,” is a casual and interactive style of sushi that’s perfect for gatherings or a quick meal. This Japanese dish consists of a cone-shaped piece of nori (dried seaweed) wrapped around sushi rice and a variety of fresh fillings
Maki sushi, one of the most recognizable forms of sushi, is a Japanese dish featuring sushi rice and various fillings—like raw or cooked fish, vegetables, and avocado—wrapped in a sheet of nori (dried seaweed) and rolled into a tight cylinder.
When I first stepped off the Shinkansen into the soft snow of Sendai five months ago, I was twenty-five, underprepared, and completely unaware of what would come to define my relationship with food.
Pepes Ikan is a traditional Indonesian dish featuring fish (often mackerel, carp, or tilapia) marinated with a vibrant blend of spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and then steamed or grilled. This cooking method infuses the fish with aromatic herbs and spices, resulting in a tende