THIS IS NOT A TIRE

May 31st, 2009

It happens almost without fail. I’m not sure of the science behind the causes, but I’d like to think it has something to do with how the body processes raw fish. The thing that is most important to remember is – it’s only temporary. Eating too much sushi (and what is regarded as ‘too much’ is subjective) will result in an effect I affectionately refer to as Buddha Belly. Sure, over eating pasta, steak, or Chinese can cause an uncomfortable sensations throughout the digestive system, but there is something different, endearing, and I’d like to think… healthy about breaching ‘satisfied’ while consuming too much sushi. It’s the lower belly that seems to swell with a perfectly happy roundness, which is regularly accompanied with delightfully glazed eyes.

When preparing to ‘feed’ at a sushi bar, one should have a quick discussion with oneself to decide who is ordering… the eyes or the stomach. If on a first date, do us all a favor, let the stomach order. However, if on business or out with a good friend, stomach step aside and let the eyes do the ordering – provided you are looking to achieve sushi Nirvana. Pieces, rolls, and some extra ginger (please!) are all requirements for an adventure from which you might not return. Gin or other clear drinks are often handy and can enhance the degree of enjoyment for all at the table. Songs of loving Gin and wanting to marry said drink have been the cries of those (or just the author) heading in the direction of the greatest Buddha Belly ever experienced.

Often seen in conjunction with this charming pooch is the Sushi Dance. One can be deeply committed to conversation, eating, and still be dancing with out consciously knowing. This dance is more of a rocking back and forth in the chair or pillow upon which one is sitting. The chopsticks are swung in rhythm with the rocking, and in my case beeping sounds regularly accompany the ‘steps.’ This dance normally takes place when the food is brought to the table, and fourth piece into the pleasure that can cause an abdominal peninsula.

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