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When Making Takoyaki, Why Do Some People Cut The Tip of The Octopus Tentacles?
When making Takoyaki, you may have wondered why some people cut the tip of the octopus tentacles. This practice is based on a myth many...

Kaz Matsune
Nov 22, 20222 min read


Why Shark or Swordfish is Not Typically Used for Sushi?
( Kuruma Ebi, pastel drawing by Kaz Matsune) (original post from quora.com) While it's true that Swordfish can be used for sushi, including Nigiri and Sashimi, it's not as commonly seen as other fish varieties. The belly part, in particular, offers a delicious taste and can serve as a good substitute for Toro. The reason behind its relative lack of popularity in sushi remains somewhat unknown. In Japan, the preference leans towards

Kaz Matsune
May 7, 20191 min read
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