The Story of Sushi : An Unlikely Saga of Raw Fish and Rice
Author(s): Trevor Corson
A New York Times Editor's Choice
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.
Review(s):
“One of the best things you can enjoy without melted butter.”
“A fascinating story, blending science, politics and history . . . the writing is vivid.”
“Corson serves up a savory blend of history and science along with a satisfying course of lobster and human behavior.”
“Trevor Corson’s reverence for all things from the sea is palpable. In his new book The Zen of Fish he takes you on a fascinating journey into the world of sushi. The story he relates is rich in detail, thoroughly engaging, simply a pleasure to get lost in.”
“The Zen of Fish is a pleasure to read, entertaining and informative, with compelling characters and fascinating history, all told in an easy and natural voice. Excellent food journalism.”
“Modest, unpretentious, and personal—it offers the familiar comfort of an omakase lunch…”
Corson leaves no detail unexplained, and true food nerds will appreciate his rigor....fascinating.... you’ll still be lining up to order your favorite snack, but with renewed appreciation.
“Lively. . . . vivid mixture of history, science, and personal anecdotes.”
Illuminating new book...
Editor’s Choice; “An often amusing history.”
Gourmand World Cookbook Award Best Single Subject Book in English
ISBN: 9780060883515