Preparing food for a funeral, or taking it to a family in mourning, is just as ancient a custom as funeral feasts. Although some people take solace in cooking, most grieving families can't fathom a life without their loved ones, much less what to put on the table for dinner. In Ethiopia, edirs -- communal funeral societies -- are as common as neighborhood watch groups.
The fish's tender pink and red meat is prized for sushi and sashimi. The best slices of fatty bluefin â called o-toro â can sell for 2,000 yen (Â£14) per piece at upmarket Tokyo sushi bars. But with a single mouthful-sized piece of sashimi weighing around 1oz, the record breaking tuna is worth around Â£139 per bite.
On average, it is best to budget at least $12 per pound of yellowfin tuna. If it is caught locally and is deemed non-sushi, you can expect to pay upwards of $8 to $15 per pound or more. On the other hand, fresh, sashimi-grade yellowfin tuna can be around $20 to $30 per pound. Expect to pay more for yellowfin tuna if you live in a landlocked state. For example, the online retailer todaysseafoodcatch.com charges $33.95 for a three-pound cut. FloridaMagazine.com claims that you should be prepared to spend around $20 per pound for sushi-grade yellowfin tuna and around $12 for a non-sushi grade.