About this episode

Joy interviews Michael and Jenny Cho about their sushi restaurant Craft Sushi and its unique fusion of Korean family recipes.

Get ready to roll with some serious local inspiration! Joy is sitting down with Michael and Jenny Cho, the brilliant duo who turned a simple "what if" office game into the culinary phenomenon known as  Craft Sushi ! Their unique "bespoke" concept blends high-quality sushi with Michael’s authentic Korean family recipes, creating a fusion that’s as fresh as it is delicious. 🍣🥢 ​​​​​​​ From their "Springfield viral" moment during the pandemic to their exciting expansion into the new OTC Student Union, the Chos share how their commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients has kept the community coming back for eight years. Grab a roll, listen to their story, and find out why this local favorite is so much more than just another sushi spot! 😋🍱✨ Thanks to our sponsors, Fazoli's ,  Jimm's Steakhouse and Pub , and Kitchenland USA ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Joy

Guests: Michael Cho, Jenny Cho

Topics covered

• sushi
• local cuisine
• entrepreneurship
• fusion food
• community
• family recipes

Keywords

• Craft Sushi
• sushi
• Korean recipes
• local ingredients
• entrepreneurship
• Springfield
• food fusion

Sponsors

Fazoli's, Jimm's Steakhouse and Pub, Kitchenland USA

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Craft Sushi

Places: Springfield, OTC Student Union

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