Eyes Are the Best Part
"Poison is everywhere, even in the places where you least expect it." Author: Monika Kim In traditional Korean cooking, fish’s eyes are considered the most delicious and the most auspicious part of the dish. Sisters Ji-won and Ji-hyun consider this tradition stomach churning, making fun of their Umma for indulging. But they also want to be considered grown-ups. Ji-hyun can’t do it, but Ji-won is made of stronger stuff. She spears the salty eyeball, makes a wish, and lets the gelatinous mess slide down her throat. It’s a taste and a sensation she never forgets. It’s a right of passage, from [...]
