Frankie Alarcon, who wrote and illustrated The Secrets of Chocolate, tackles another gastronomical favorite with his latest volume, The Art of Sushi.

Fly to Japan and discover all there is to know about sushi. After revealing the secrets of chocolate to us, Franckie Alarcon offers a gourmet panorama of this exceptional dish that has conquered the planet!
But do you really know sushi?

The author traveled to Japan to meet all the players involved in the making of this true work of culinary art. From the traditional starred chef to the young cook who is shaking up the rules, including all the artisans and producers involved, this book covers the most emblematic of Japanese products from A to Z.

And he is thorough: from an established old-guard 3 Michelin star sushi chef in Tokyo to an exciting innovating younger chef to everyday versions in a typical home but also showing how:

• sushi rice is grown,
• sake is made
• the special knives for cutting the fish just right are forged (with traditions dating back to the Samurai)
• various recipes

it’s all there and fascinating.

A fascinating journey of discovery that, along the way, tells a lot about Japan itself. You’ll never believe the precision and detailed obsession with quality ingredients involved.

The Art of Sushi is available now.