Yes yes, I know Koh Grill is famous for their Shiok Maki (Gen. 1 and 2). But looking at how the Shiok Makis are being prepared now, I'd rather order other makis.

I'd strongly recommend Foie Gras Maki with Swordfish ($28). But this time I found my number 2 fave maki - Kazan Maki. Tuna is wrapped on the outside with asparagus and mekajiki inside. Lovely light taste with the additional savory and creamy sauce all over the maki to enhance the whole explosive eating experience in my mouth. No wonder it is called kazan (volcano in Japanese).

FYI: The Shiok Makis were all prepped on plates placed in line, waiting for Chef Patrick to torch and drench the sauce on them. Every plate was sitting on the counter for about 5-8 minutes before getting torched. Perhaps this explains why some people found the Shiok Maki tasting not as shiok as before.