If you think sushi started in the same format you know and love today, you’re not alone but, its origins are totally different. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode:

• Sushi’s origin story  
• What counts as sushi  
• The main types of sushi: 
• Kimbap is not “Korean sushi” 
• How sushi became popular outside Japan
• What it takes to be a sushi chef and what omakase means
• The health side: benefits & risks
• Making sushi at home safely, what tools you need, and what imitation crab actually is

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References mentioned in the episode:

• PBS. The History of Sushi 
• Michelin Guide. A Brief History of Sushi in America 
• Japan Experience. The job of sushi chef in Japan
• Michelin Guide. What is omakase?
• Healthline. Imitation Crab: Is It Real Crab and Should You Eat It?