The Sushi Economy

Author: Sasha Issenberg
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101216883
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 352

Book Description
The highly acclaimed exploration of sushi’s surprising history, global business, and international allure One generation ago, sushi’s narrow reach ensured that sports fishermen who caught tuna in most of parts of the world sold the meat for pennies as cat food. Today, the fatty cuts of tuna known as toro are among the planet’s most coveted luxury foods, worth hundreds of dollars a pound and capable of losing value more quickly than any other product on earth. So how did one of the world’s most popular foods go from being practically unknown in the United States to being served in towns all across America, and in such a short span of time? A riveting combination of culinary biography, behind-the- scenes restaurant detail, and a unique exploration of globalization’s dynamics, the book traces sushi’s journey from Japanese street snack to global delicacy. After traversing the pages of The Sushi Economy, you’ll never see the food on your plate—or the world around you—quite the same way again.

First Book of Sushi

Author: Amy Wilson Sanger
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1582460507
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Miso in my sippy cup, tofu in my bowl! From tekka maki to wasabi, tasty treats await young readers in this colorful, rhyming ode to Japanese cuisine. With pages full of tummy-tempting foods, the books in the World Snacks series are a delicious way to introduce even the littlest eaters to cuisines from all around the globe.

The Encyclopedia of Sushi Rolls

Author: Ken Kawasumi
Publisher: Japan Publications Trading
ISBN: 9784889960761
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 206

Book Description
Beautifully illustrated and marvelously complete, this full-color compendium of nearly 200 sushi rolls is equal parts technical guide and mouth-watering, culinary fantasy.

Sushi for Beginners

Author: Marian Keyes
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061809837
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 442

Book Description
Lisa Edwards This Prada-wearing magazine editor thinks her life is over when her "fabulous" new job turns out to be a deportation to Dublin to launch Colleen magazine. The only saving grace is that her friends aren't there to witness her downward spiral. Might her new boss, the disheveled and moody Jack Devine, save her from a fate worse than hell? Ashling Kennedy Ashling, Colleen's assistant editor, is an award-winning worrier, increasinglyaware that something fundamental is missing from her life -- apart from a boyfriendand a waistline. Clodagh "Princess" Kelly Ashling's best friend, Clodagh, lives the domestic dream in a suburban castle.So why, lately, has she had the recurring urge to kiss a frog -- or sleep with afrog, if truth be told?As these three women search for love, success, and happiness, they willdiscover that if you let things simmer under the surface for too long, sooneror later they'll boil over. Discover the Keyes to a Great Read!

The Story of Sushi

Author: Trevor Corson
Publisher: Harper Perennial
ISBN: 9780060883515
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Everything you never knew about sushi—its surprising origins, the colorful lives of its chefs, and the bizarre behavior of the creatures that compose it Trevor Corson takes us behind the scenes at America's first sushi-chef training academy, as eager novices strive to master the elusive art of cooking without cooking. He delves into the biology and natural history of the edible creatures of the sea, and tells the fascinating story of an Indo-Chinese meal reinvented in nineteenth-century Tokyo as a cheap fast food. He reveals the pioneers who brought sushi to the United States and explores how this unlikely meal is exploding into the American heartland just as the long-term future of sushi may be unraveling. The Story of Sushi is at once a compelling tale of human determination and a delectable smorgasbord of surprising food science, intrepid reporting, and provocative cultural history.

Sustainable Sushi

Author: Casson Trenor
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1556437692
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Sustainable Sushi answers the question on the minds of millions who enjoy eating fish: how can we indulge the desire to dine well while keeping our health and the health of the oceans in mind? With painstaking research found in no other book on the market to date, this pocket-size guide profiles dozens of the most common fish and shellfish one might encounter at a sushi bar, details where and how they are caught, whether or not they are safe, and how they figure in the current fishery crisis. Written by a fishery and sustainability expert who was himself netted long ago by the allure of Japanese cuisine, Sustainable Sushi offers simple, clear explanations of such topics as mercury and PCB levels, overfishing, and species extinction. Attractively designed and featuring quick facts, maps, photos, and illustrations, the book was written for both the novice and the seasoned sushi fan. In a storm of seafood shortages and frightening statistics, Sustainable Sushi shows readers how to enjoy the sushi bar without guilt. Sustainable Sushi official website: http://www.sustainablesushi.net/

The Zen of Fish

Author: Trevor Corson
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060883502
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
Everything you never knew about sushi—its surprising origins, the colorful lives of its chefs, the bizarre behavior of the creatures that compose it—is revealed in this entertaining documentary account by the author of the highly acclaimed The Secret Life of Lobsters. When a twenty-year-old woman arrives at America's first sushi-chef training academy in Los Angeles, she is unprepared for the challenges ahead: knives like swords, instructors like samurai, prejudice against female chefs, demanding Hollywood customers—and that's just the first two weeks. In this richly reported story, journalist Trevor Corson shadows several American sushi novices and a master Japanese chef, taking the reader behind the scenes as the students strive to master the elusive art of cooking without cooking. With the same eye for drama and humor that Corson brings to the exploits of the chefs, he delves into the biology and natural history of the creatures of the sea. He illuminates sushi's beginnings as an Indo-Chinese meal akin to cheese, describes its reinvention in bustling nineteenth-century Tokyo as a cheap fast food, and tells the story of the pioneers who brought it to America. He shows how this unlikely meal is now exploding into the American heartland just as the long-term future of sushi may be unraveling. The Zen of Fish is a compelling tale of human determination as well as a delectable smorgasbord of surprising food science, intrepid reporting, and provocative cultural history.

Squeamish about Sushi and Other Food Adventures in Japan

Author: Betty Reynolds
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780804833004
Category : Cookery, Japanese
Languages : en
Pages : 816

Book Description
From world-famous wushi to fatally attractive fugu, it's all explained and pictured in this sketchbook of beautiful full-color illustrations and hand-lettered text, as the artist shares her delight in the wonderful world of Japanese food.

Expecting Better

Author: Emily Oster
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143125702
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 385

Book Description
“Emily Oster is the non-judgmental girlfriend holding our hand and guiding us through pregnancy and motherhood. She has done the work to get us the hard facts in a soft, understandable way.” —Amy Schumer What to Expect When You're Expecting meets Freakonomics: an award-winning economist and author of Cribsheet, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected disproves standard recommendations about pregnancy to empower women while they're expecting. Pregnancy—unquestionably one of the most profound, meaningful experiences of adulthood—can reduce otherwise intelligent women to, well, babies. Pregnant women are told to avoid cold cuts, sushi, alcohol, and coffee without ever being told why these are forbidden. Rules for prenatal testing are similarly unexplained. Moms-to-be desperately want a resource that empowers them to make their own right choices. When award-winning economist Emily Oster was a mom-to-be herself, she evaluated the data behind the accepted rules of pregnancy, and discovered that most are often misguided and some are just flat-out wrong. Debunking myths and explaining everything from the real effects of caffeine to the surprising dangers of gardening, Expecting Better is the book for every pregnant woman who wants to enjoy a healthy and relaxed pregnancy—and the occasional glass of wine.

Sushi Cookbook for Beginners

Author: Chika Ravitch
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646118790
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
Learn the art of handmade sushi with this beginner-friendly guide! Sushi is a culinary art form with almost infinite ingredients, colors, textures, sauces, and aesthetics. This sushi cookbook for beginners shows you how to prepare 100 sushi recipes step-by-step, so you can bring home some delicious options from around the world—no experience required. Learn the many variations sushi has taken—from classics like Tuna Rolls to nontraditional choices like Spicy Fried Mozzarella Rolls—and learn about the essential sushi making supplies like a sushi-rolling mat and a rice paddle, as well as advice for selecting high-quality ingredients and preparing them to perfection. Sushi, top to bottom—Get a crash course in sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and more, all featuring readily available ingredients. A healthy mix—Find something to suit every taste with a variety of classic seafood choices, vegetarian options, and beyond. Pantry staples—Discover how having small pantry items like roasted sesame seeds and dashi stock powder makes a world of difference. Bring the amazing flavors of sushi to your table with this sushi recipe book for beginners.