Bem-vindo ao Sushi Lisboa

Sushi, a globally beloved dish, has its origins in Southeast Asia around the 2nd century BC. Initially, it was a method of preserving fish, called narezushi, where fish was fermented with rice and the rice discarded. This technique spread to Japan, where it evolved over centuries. By the 15th century, rice was consumed along with the fish, leading to the development of oshizushi (pressed sushi).

The sushi we know today, particularly nigiri-zushi (hand-pressed sushi), was born in the early 19th century in Tokyo. Hanaya Yohei revolutionized sushi by serving fresh fish over vinegared rice, creating a quick, flavorful dish that could be prepared and eaten on the spot.

Sushi became popular worldwide in the 20th century, particularly in the U.S., where it gained recognition through fusion dishes like the California roll. Today, sushi is celebrated globally, blending tradition with innovation.