Caviar: East meets West

mdw — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:22:18 +0000

Historically speaking, the Russians and the Japanese have met relatively few times over the centuries. Naturally, the most dramatic of those meetings would be the Russo-Japanese war at the turn of the 20th century. Japan and what was then the Soviet Union also fought, mostly indirectly, during World War II when they were on opposite [...]

Costco Seafood Survey

mdw — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:43:14 +0000

We frequently go to Costco and buy way too much of everything. We also eat way too many samples of things, but that’s another issue. They usually have some decent seafood at great prices. But how much do we compromise to get those low prices? On many previous trips, as our twitter friends will confirm, [...]

Valentines Dinner for Sushi LOVERS

mdw — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:31:57 +0000

To all our sushi loving friends in South Florida, an invitation to join us on Thurs, Feb 16th, at Asaka Japanese in Aventura. Asaka Japanese Promenade Shops 20355 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33180 This will be an exceptional Valentines meal for sushi lovers! We have the best of both worlds: a carefully chosen set menu [...]