15. “Traditional” Sushi Rolls
Sushi is often thought of as an age-old Japanese delicacy, but the maki rolls and especially Western-style creations like the California roll are 20th-century innovations. These rolls were developed to appeal to evolving tastes and aesthetics, particularly outside Japan. Classic sushi was once much simpler, focusing on fish and rice without elaborate fillings or toppings. What many now see as “traditional” sushi is actually a modern culinary evolution. History
