Product Description

Sustainable Sushi answers the question on the minds of millions who enjoy eating fish: how can we indulge the desire to dine well while keeping our health and the health of the oceans in mind? With painstaking research found in no other book on the market to date, this pocket-size guide profiles dozens of the most common fish and shellfish one might encounter at a sushi bar, details where and how they are caught, whether or not they are safe, and how they figure in the current fishery crisis.

Written by a fishery and sustainability expert who was himself netted long ago by the allure of Japanese cuisine, Sustainable Sushi offers simple, clear explanations of such topics as mercury and PCB levels, overfishing, and species extinction. Attractively designed and featuring quick facts, maps, photos, and illustrations, the book was written for both the novice and the seasoned sushi fan. In a storm of seafood shortages and frightening statistics, Sustainable Sushi shows readers how to enjoy the sushi bar without guilt.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #91039 in Books
• Published on: 2009-01-13
• Released on: 2009-01-13
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781556437694
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review
"For any seafood lover who desires to get closer to food while doing the right thing, this book is a gem."
—Trevor Corson, author of the best-selling The Story of Sushi

"At 110 pages, this book is a more in-depth look at 39 species found on sushi menus. Trenor includes information on such crucial issues as mercury levels, dredging, and crowded fish farms. The species are color-coded so that you can tell from just a glance whether it’s sustainable, unsustainable, or one that you should proceed with caution about. It’s a must-read for any sushi aficionado."
—FoodGal.com

"So, for those of you who love sushi as much I do, but don’t know which fish are safe or sustainable to eat, Sustainable Sushi proves to be quite a handy guide. I’ll definitely be taking it with me the next time I dine out for sushi, it’s a keeper!"
—The Alternative Consumer

"Sustainable Sushi formats an ocean’s worth of information into a manageable handbook, and diners who carry it will hold the power to order wisely, enjoy a guilt-free meal, and help assure that sushi is not just a short-lived pleasure of the present, but a sustainable industry of the future."
—Santa Barbara Independent

"[Casson Trenor] is a sustainability expert who offers clear insights perfect for seafood enthusiasts."
—The Midwest Book Review

“[Trenor’s] Sustainable Sushi is full of hard fishery facts and undeniable science...but Trenor wisely knows that it’s not just the facts that will change minds. Gorgeous illustrations of each fish and clear photos of exquisite sushi dishes will surely convince readers that seafood like the relatively abundant Northwestern geoduck is as tasty as and more sustainable than the scarce Caribbean conch. Most of us want to do the right thing, but few are willing to sacrifice gustatory pleasure doing it. Sustainable Sushi shows that it is possible to eat right—and well.”
—Edible Los Angeles

"This is an interesting read for anyone concerned with sustainability and
seafood. Trenor’s passion for the topic is evident in the vast amount of
research he presents."
—Metropolis magazine

About the Author
From saving the whales of the Antarctic to studying the salmon of Alaska, Casson Trenor has worked to support stewardship of our marine resources in all five oceans and countless seas. Trenor has extensive experience and expertise: he has stalked the fetid warehouses of Tsukiji fish market in Tokyo, spent two months journeying by ship along the Antarctic coast, berthed on leaking wrecks off Central Pacific islands, and gone octopus fishing with holy men on the Island of Yap. In thousands of conversations with fishermen around the world, he has heard one statement repeated: "The fish are gone." In his recent book The Whale Warriors, author Peter Heller, a contributing editor to National Geographic Adventure and Outside magazines, captures Trenor's dedication to ocean conservation through his efforts to end illegal whaling. Trenor is a main character in Heller's factual account of the exploits of one small, rusty ship determined to take on the entire Japanese whaling fleet in the Southern Ocean in 2005 and 2006. Born in Seattle and living in San Francisco, Trenor speaks five languages, has traveled to over forty countries, and holds an MA in International Environmental Policy from the prestigious Monterey Institute of International Studies.

Customer Reviews

Great succinct guide
This guide is a great gift if you want to share information about how to choose sushi based on environmental concerns. There are a couple things I wish were better conveyed, however. The author focuses on environment as his main concern, but neglects the issues associated with PCB and heavy metal contamination by a large degree. Contamination is mentioned, but is not covered in as much depth, and the labeling for contaminated fish is much less thorough.
In addition, the color scale system is not always consistent, and there are entries that are labeled with none of the assigned "red, yellow, or green" headings.
Other than these points, the book does its best to try to explain the differences that sourcing and species can have on environmental impact in the fish industry. Recommended.

Excellent book for those who love food and the earth
I was looking forward to getting this book because I have always thought that the buying guides from the aquarium where really useful, but wanted to know more. Why is this on this list? So I thought this book would do that for me. I was wonderfully surprised by just how beautiful the book was as well when I got it. There are great drawings and photos that "bring to life" all that it talks about. I think this is a must have for anyone who likes sushi and also cares about the environment, which I would hope would be everyone who likes sushi.

A great place to start!
Trenor proficiently details the dire state of the ocean's fish population and describes how sushi lovers can make a positive difference without sacrificing the tastes and textures they love.