Most of our class guests (especially corporate team building classes) are first-time sushi makers. When we introduce them to some sushi...

Awamori is an alcoholic beverage from Okinawa in Japan. It's made from rice and unlike sake, it's distilled spirit. The flavor is...

We just purchased this beautiful plate by McKeachie Johnston. McKeachie Johnston Studio is located in Wisconsin. Randy studied in Japan...

Mako Garei, pastel drawing by chef kaz matsune (originally posted on Quora.com) On top of the price, quality, and family-friendly...

Video Tutorial: Understanding Sushi Grade Salmon "Sushi grade" is a term used to determine if fish is safe for raw consumption. But how do you transform salmon into sushi grade? For wild salmon, freezing is required, along with an optional curing step, which is highly recommended. In the case of farm-raised salmon, some may require freezing while others do not. Curing remains optional. Given that salmon is one of the most popular fish for sushi in the US and Japan, this artic