rigor mortis – The Japanese Food Lab

A block of high quality bluefin tuna at a Michelin starred restaurant.

How to Age Tuna Like a Michelin Starred Sushi Restaurant

Unlock the secrets of aging tuna like a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant with this detailed guide.

The different cuts of sashimi tuna displayed in a neta box at a michelin starred sushi restaurant.

The science of ageing fish for sushi

One of the main misconceptions when it comes to sushi served at high end sushi establishments is that the quality … More

Inserting a wire through the spinal cord of an eel using the ikejime method.

What is Ikejime 活け締め

What is Ikejime? Ikejime (Ikejime/活け締め;Ikijime/活き締め) is a technique for killing fish that was developed in Japan specifically designed to preserve … More