Ocean = Fresh Fish = Great Sushi right? Sometimes

Over the past number of years the Eastern Shore has seen an influx of sushi restaurants with various concepts and varying degrees of success.  As the title implies one would think that the areas proximity to the ocean and all its bounty would logically lead to some great sushi but one must understand that there is so much more to this cuisine than just the availability of fresh fish.  The Japanese culture is a study in the purity and art of simplicity and sushi is a prime example of this belief.  It takes an apprentice years to just master the art of making sushi rice much less then learning how to properly fillet and slice fish.   It is therefore not hard to see why there are so many more poor sushi restaurants than excellent ones.   The following is a list of the local sushi bars and a brief description and critique.

The Cultured Pearl in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is probably the best know sushi restaurant in the area.  It is a beautifully appointed space with an roof top deck for those who wish to eat outdoors.  Its decor, as well as its food, are very trendy and “cutting edge” which is synonymous with overpriced.  The sushi is fresh but the rolls are so overwrought /over thought…

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