A "Raw" Experience

It wasn't until the past year that I started to try sushi. Just the thought of it used to make me gag. "It's just raw fish, you like fish don't you?" my friends always used to say to me. I enjoyed raw foods that were cooked, but I didn't want to assume the health risks (actually, it was mostly the risk of spitting it up in front of everyone). We were at shogun hibachi in South County commons when I finally decided to give it a try. The California roll appealed to me because it was wrapped in rice and was just more aesthetically appealing then the rest. I am not one to go by the looks of food, but in this case, I needed some reasoning to even consider trying one. To my surprise, I enjoyed the taste and the texture (texture being a major concern..if I had felt like something slimy was in my mouth I probably would have ran to the bathroom). I began to try different ones and realize that they pretty much taste the same, and they all tasted very good. Instead of getting a meal at hibachi places, I actually just get a ton of sushi. I will admit that it can make your stomach feel a little shaky, but I enjoy the taste so much that it's worth the sacrifice. I used to say I would eat anything when I'm hungry, but now I can actually say it and mean it.