How to Eat Sushi the Traditional Way
You’re looking for a place for happy hour in Meridian and settle on somewhere with sushi. Learning how to eat sushi properly is half the fun, and it can be exciting to try new rolls. Generally, unless you’re at a traditional Japanese restaurant, you needn’t follow this etiquette. Still, it’s fun to think about the traditions, and being aware of them might improve your experience with sushi. Chopsticks or Fingers? Some traditional sushi restaurants provide customers with a wet towel for cleaning their fingers before the meal starts. That’s because maki and nigiri sushi are both traditionally eaten with your fingers. In most Western restaurants that serve sushi, this is not at all common, but it’s an interesting factoid to share with friends when you’re debating which roll to order next. Maki is what you likely picture when you think of sushi: fish rolled in rice, often with the rice wrapped in seaweed. Maki is a great to order, particularly if you are new to enjoyi...
