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The word “superfood” is a popular buzzword, but seaweed is one superfood that doesn’t get the credit it deserves! Seaweed has been an important part of diets in Japan, Korea and China since prehistoric times, and still is to this day. Edible seaweed comes in a multitude of varieties, most of which are high in fiber and low in calories and fat, while also containing a rich supply of antioxidants, nutrients and minerals. Popular Types of Edible Seaweed There are many varieties

Are you eating sushi the wrong way? Though the “right way” should just be how you enjoy it best, there are several traditional sushi etiquette rules that you should follow if you visit a sushi restaurant in Japan. And though sushi in America has evolved quite a bit from original Japanese sushi, we’re of the opinion that sticking to a few of the below sushi etiquette tips will enhance your sushi experience here at Sushi Shack in Plano, TX! Tips for Sushi Etiquette & Enjoyment:

Quick answer: Sushi began in Southeast Asia as a way to preserve fish in fermented rice, then spread to China and Japan. In Japan it changed over the centuries until vinegar replaced fermentation, and in the 1800s street stalls in Edo (now Tokyo) began selling nigiri, the fast, fresh style most people think of as sushi today. Sushi is hugely popular around the world today, and is usually associated with modern fine dining. Yet sushi’s earliest, extremely humble origins might