On a quick stopover in Chicago, we wandered into this tiny sushi spot in Des Plaines, tucked near O’Hare like a little secret for hungry travelers.  The place smelled of warm rice and toasted sesame, with chefs flicking their knives so fast they sounded like tiny cymbals.  I ordered flaming sushi—yes, actual fire on my dinner!  The rolls arrived sizzling on a platter, a blue-orange flame licking around the edges while the soy sauce and teriyaki turned smoky and sweet in the air.  I could feel the heat on my face and hear the soft crackle as the topping caramelized right in front of me.  As I snapped photos from every angle like a full-on food paparazzo, the little boy at the table next to me leaned over and seriously asked why I was taking pictures of all the food.  We all burst out laughing, because of course we knew the answer: with sushi this dramatic, it was always destined to end up on the blog.

Flaming sushi roll topped with shrimp, sauce, and green onions on a foil-lined platter
Close-up of assorted sushi rolls drizzled with creamy white and dark sauces on a plate
Close-up of assorted sushi rolls topped with shrimp and sauces, served with pickled ginger and wasabi
Close-up of salmon sushi rolls with pickled ginger and wasabi on a plate
Close-up of a sushi roll topped with diced salmon and spicy sauce on a rectangular plate
Plate of crispy stuffed rolls drizzled with white and brown sauces, garnished with asparagus and vegetables
Close-up of saucy takoyaki topped with bonito flakes, served with pickled ginger and wasabi
Close-up of salmon sushi rolls topped with cucumber slices and red roe on a white plate








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  4. Wow – that sushi looks amazing! Have never heard of flaming sushi before. Great photos – think I may have to get out for some sushi in the near future. Says a lot for the power of suggestion.

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