Happy Friday! Sushi is one of my all time favorite dishes. Lunch, dinner, solo, massive group settings, you name it and I was eagerly enjoy sushi. At one very authentic restaurant I was at I announced to my friends that I was, “really ready for some sushi”, and the waitress must have overheard because I was given a bowl of rice. I thought it was a weird version of an appetizer course but realized I must have been mistaken when I was the only one who got it. It was then I learned that the word “sushi” actually refers to only the sweet, vinegar rice not all the delicious stuff that is delivered to our wooden board at the sushi bar, the whole cuisine of fish, rice and otherwise.
For those of you who were in the dark like me, here is a breakdown:
Maki: Rolled up sushi with rice and seaweed. Also known as a hand roll.
Nigiri: A piece of raw fish topped on the rice ball with a bit of wasabi under the slice of fish.
Sashimi: Plain stripes or slices of raw fish or seafood.
I am lucky living in Manhattan that I have so many amazing sushi options close to my apartment and office. Sushi for me is a great pick-me-up lunch and a great excuse to get a few minutes of fresh air during a long work day. For make my favorite options are salmon and avocado or tuna and avocado, but never spicy. Usually I choose which ever looks the freshest and/or has brown rice.
If you follow me on Instagram you will see many photos of sushi that I get delivered, at very reasonable lunch specials or with friends at restaurants. Stay tuned for more!
Did you learn anything about sushi?
What is your favorite kind?
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Nicole @ Treasure Tromp says
gah I love sushi. perhaps a little too much
Kelly Ann says
Absolutely and then mix with vegetables you like accordingly!
Rachel says
I’m still trying different types- i don’t like a lot of fish, so I need to find a few kinds that I really like and stick to those!
Kelly Ann says
And then blog about it, of course!
Kelly Ann says
Me too, whoops!
Kelly Ann says
I agree, so delicious and there is so much variety!
Abby says
Yes, I think I should give it a fair chance (somewhere reputable! haha!). I’ll have to look up local restaurant reviews and then drag my boyfriend along with me. 🙂
G. Morgan says
Try it, definitely! It’s easy and creative! Also hot sushi are yummy too, but I haven’t tried cooking them yet.
Erica G. says
Sushi is my all time, favorite food too! I love trying different sushi restaurants in my area but I’m always afraid of finding a questionable restaurant at the same time. My favorite type is probably the Maki though, so good!
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Katie says
sushi is my favorite food!! i could eat it every day!
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Kelly Ann says
You really should try it again!
Kelly Ann says
That would be so amazing, trying sushi in Japan is on my bucket list!
Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weird says
I’ve only had sushi once but the texture totally freaked me out. I don’t know if I could handle it again.
BlushandBarbells says
I love sushi! I lived in Japan for a while and had to restrict myself to kaiten sushi twice a week! Otherwise I’d have been there every day.
Kelly Ann says
Mmm, I agree, ones with cheese or tempura are also quite delicious! I have never tried making it myself though, that might be next!
Kelly Ann says
It is an acquired taste and I always recommend a sampler to people who are not sure because they you get to try a bit of everything!
Kelly Ann says
I agree, all so delicious!
Kelly Ann says
Oh goodness, that stinks! Happy weekend to you too!
Kelly Ann says
Thanks Susannah, I am glad you enjoyed it!
Kelly Ann says
Me too, my favorite way to end the week!
Kelly Ann says
What a fabulous blate location! Yes, please or I know a great place in Kip’s Bay!
Kelly Ann says
You should try it from an authentic restaurant and then if you still do not like it I understand!
Kelly Ann says
It really is!
stylishlyinlove says
This looks amazing.
Kisses,
Sofia
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Abby says
Everyone buzzes about sushi and I have had two bad experiences that have left me thinking that I don’t like it… but I want to like it! haha (1st time was homemade by a friend, bleck. 2nd time was from Sam’s Club, gross.) Maybe this guide will help me order something I’ll actually like.
xo, Abby @ Always, Abby
Karly Kim says
Yay sushi! Should we go to Nobu?!
Sophia M says
I love sushi, it’s my favourite dish ever!!!
xoxo Sophia
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Susannah says
I love sushi so much! These facts were fun to learn. 🙂
Alyssa says
I am OBSESSED (actually, that might be an understatement) with sushi–my roommates and I have it at least once a week, and I get it sometimes for lunch at the Conde Nast cafe. If you’re ever in Astoria, head to Watawa sushi. It’s the best there is!
Sam @ Frills & Thrills says
Cant recall the last time I had great sushi, there aren’t many places here in SA where we get authentic types. Happy Weekend Sweetheart!
Rachel Hubbard says
I want one of everything pictured. Ha! I seriously could eat my body weight in sushi!
Ashley says
I tried sushi a few times and I can’t say that I like it! I wish I did though, since its really healthy and the majority of my friends go out for sushi night. Maybe I will enquire the taste down the road! 🙂
Xo,
Sincerely Miss Ash
G. Morgan says
I love sushi! I love most kinds, but I’m not fond of fresh fish or salmon, so I choose smoked or baked or with soft cheese and caviar, veggies. I even learned how to make sushi by myself, it’s pretty easy. I often choose any filling that’ll find in the fridge. I mostly make futomaki as I try to use all the nori.