Monday, 10 March 2008

Taiyaki

Taiyaki is like a pancake shaped like a fish. It is a kind of common snack. Originally, anko (red-bean jam) is inside, cream taiyaki and cheese taiyaki are also popular nowadays.

Tai is name of a high grade fish. It is said Tai brings good luck. It is often cooked in a happy occasions. It would come from the word "medetai", which means happy or congratulation. Yes, it is a pun. Taiyaki might be an easy way to bring good luck.

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