Sushi Blog

The allure of Sushi Sugita goes beyond just fresh fish. It’s about the mastery in preparation, the respect for ingredients, and the intimate dining experience. With only eight counter seats available, dining at Sugita feels like a private audience with a culinary maestro.

In the heart of Fukuoka, Japan, where the city's vibrant energy melds seamlessly with its rich cultural heritage, a tapestry of scents and flavors weaves through the air, drawing both locals and out-of-town visitors to the enchanting world of Japanese food stalls. These stalls, or "yatai" as they are affectionately known, stand as iconic symbols of outdoor dining, capturing the essence of culinary diversity and community spirit.

  In the quiet town of Hamamatsu, nestled on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in Japan, a revolutionary change was taking place in the traditional art of farming eel. For centuries, Japanese cuisine had celebrated the delicate and savory flavors of unagi, or freshwater eel, particularly in dishes like kabayaki, where the eel is glazed with a sweet soy-based sauce and grilled to perfection. However, with the growing demand for this delicacy, concerns about overfishing and the decline of wild eel populations became more apparent. This challenge prompted a group of innovative scientists and aquaculturists to embark on a...

When it comes to curbing your calories, not all sushi are created equal. Some of the sushi ingredients can drive up the calorie count. Here are the top culprits to watch out.* Tempura: This is a style of cooking that involves battering and deep-frying food. Tempura-style vegetables, seafood, and meat are high in unhealthy fats and overall calories, so it’s best to avoid them.* Teriyaki and other sweetened sauces: Teriyaki and other sweet sauces used in sushi restaurants can be high in added sugar, which isn’t good for overall health.* Cream cheese, mayo, and other high calorie additions: These ingredients...

Sustainable sushi is better for your health and the environment because it raises questions about the sources of the fish used—whether ingredients were caught or raised. It also raises questions about the vulnerability of the species (longevity and reproductive capability) and whether humans are overfishing the stock.Sushi is also an excellent source of omega 3 and fatty acids which promote cell regeneration and prevent the onset of autoimmune diseases such as Lupus. Additionally, sushi is a delicious way of getting a healthy dose of antioxidants which helps prevent any oxidative damage to the skin and the DNA of cells. Antioxidants...