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Try These 7 Sushi Hacks for Better Homemade Sushi
These are some tips to enhance your next sushi dinning experience.
Kaz Matsune
Jul 7, 20245 min read
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Sushi History's Paradox: Navigating Fact and Fiction
In this article, I like to delve into the complex nature of history, using my journey of understanding sushi's past as a springboard....
Kaz Matsune
May 13, 20243 min read
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I've Cut My Fingers A Thousand Times, But Now, I Cut No More
Back in my early days behind the sushi bar, cutting my fingers was almost a rite of passage. My initiation came on day one, marking an...
Kaz Matsune
May 6, 20243 min read
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Why does sushi taste so much better in Japan?
If you've ever dined at a high-end omakase sushi bar, you've likely noticed that much of the fish served is imported from Japan,...
Kaz Matsune
Apr 15, 20243 min read
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Sushi Class is a Joke: My journey to bring humor into the sushi class
Netflix is a joke. You’ve probably heard of this before. When I heard this, I said, “So is sushi class.” I use a lot of jokes during my...
Kaz Matsune
Apr 8, 20243 min read
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10 Years, 50th Birthday, 100 guests
Here's the lineup for our exquisite fish order: 25 lbs. Yellowfin Tuna 3 lbs. Sea Bream Fillet 4 lbs. Albacore Loin 5 lbs. Steelhead 5...
Kaz Matsune
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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Who invented the California Roll? (2024 version with Chat GPT & Gemni)
The original answer California Roll has become the iconic Sushi item in the US and rest of the world. As far as I know from working with...
Kaz Matsune
Feb 23, 20244 min read
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Make Sushi at Home Recipe: Rainbow Roll
COOKING TIME Total: 40 - 50 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Prep (Spicy Tuna): 5 - 10 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes Although the...
Kaz Matsune
Feb 12, 20241 min read
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The Art of Sushi and AI-generated Image: Perfecting Skills Through Practice
I've been experimenting with the combined powers of Chat GPT and Dall•E by OpenAI. This integration marks a significant breakthrough in...
Kaz Matsune
Jan 29, 20245 min read
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Fresh fish near me: Where you can get Sushi Grade Fish Online to make sushi at home (2024 update)
Ordeing sushi grade fish is easier than ever Since the COVID pandemic shut down in March 2020, many businesses have pivoted. My company...
Kaz Matsune
Jan 4, 20244 min read
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Salmon is the new Tuna
Salmon sushi has become popular among children, younger generations, and female enthusiasts. In the United States, salmon sushi has...
Kaz Matsune
Jun 5, 20234 min read
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Why go the Extra Mile for Sushi?
In addition to the "Love" I put into our sushi rice, there is one particular ingredient I use when cooking rice. Water. Yes, not just...
Kaz Matsune
May 9, 20232 min read
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Unforgettable Sushi Catering: A Culinary Journey for Your Special Occasions
As Breakthrough Sushi celebrates our 10th anniversary and my 50th birthday, I find myself preparing for a momentous occasion with 100...
Kaz Matsune
May 1, 20233 min read
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Make Sushi at Home Recipe: Spicy Scallops Temaki (Hand Roll)
COOKING TIME: Total: 35 - 40 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Rolling: 1-2 minutes When it comes to consuming raw fish, concerns are...
Kaz Matsune
Apr 18, 20232 min read
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What Do Japanese People Think of 'American' Style Sushi?
My first encounter with American-style sushi was back in the 90s in Los Angeles. On my way back from work, I noticed long lines of people...
Kaz Matsune
Apr 4, 20232 min read
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6 Behaviors You Should Avoid When Eating at a Sushi Bar
1. Avoid Overindulging in Gari (pickled ginger) While pickled ginger is usually complimentary at sushi bars, it's important to remember...
Kaz Matsune
Mar 6, 20232 min read
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Miola Rolla Spicy Shrimp Is a Fantastic Special Roll Everyone Should Make
COOKING TIME Total: 35 - 45 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Prep (Spicy Shrimp): 5 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes Miola Rolla Spicy...
Kaz Matsune
Jan 31, 20233 min read
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How to make sushi at home: Spicy Tuna Roll Hosomaki (Seaweed Out Thin Roll, 6pc)
COOKING TIME Total: 35 - 40 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes If you're a fan of spicy tuna, you're in for a treat...
Kaz Matsune
Dec 27, 20224 min read
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Make sushi at home recipe: Spicy Tuna Hand Roll (Easy Temaki Anyone Can Make)
COOKING TIME Total: 40 - 50 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Prep (Spicy Tuna): 5 - 10 minutes Rolling: 1-2 minutes When people think...
Kaz Matsune
Dec 13, 20223 min read
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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
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