Dongwon F&B launched two new types of ‘Dongwon Tsuyu,’ a multipurpose sauce, made from tuna and kelp concentrates. The company said in a statement that the products are made “by boiling fresh tuna caught from the South Pacific for more than five hours to create a deep savory flavor. In addition, it is characterized by a rich flavor made by boiling 100 percent Wando-grown kelp, radish, and mushrooms.”

The price of the newly launched ‘Dongwon Tsuyu’ is KRW 6,980 (USD 5) for 500 g and KRW 19,980 (USD 14.48) for 2 kg, and is available in retail and online stores. A company spokesperson said: “Based on our accumulated seasoning technology and analysis of consumer tastes, we have developed a deep and clean Tsuyu flavor [a subtle fish taste] that suits the Korean plate. We will continue to release various seasoning products that will make cooking easier.” Dongwon claimed that the products were introduced owing to the massive success of its Tuna Extract, launched in 2022. The Extract received a lot of attention from consumers, with domestic sales increasing by more than 50 percent in 2024 alone, with the company introducing various new items such as ‘Dongwon Tuna Dashi’. The organization also announced the launch of four types of ‘Boneless Grilled Fish’ made from tuna, mackerel, and flounder priced at KRW 5,980 (USD 4.39) for a 70g pack.

On May 31, the Mexican town of Mazatlán scripted history by creating the world’s longest sashimi for the Guinness World Records. The one-kilometer-long dish was made by over 300 chefs and culinary students from more than 19,000 pieces of fresh tuna. This fish plays an important role in Mazatlán’s economy, home to  industrial tuna fishing vessels. The event, where hundreds of locals and tourists were present, was organized by the local tourism board in collaboration with various culinary institutions. It was promoted by the Sabores de Mazatlán movement, aimed at developing the culinary heritage of the town.

An official adjudicator from the Guinness World Records walked along the one-km culinary creation to ensure that fresh tuna was used. Music bands played throughout the event to give their support to the participants. Mazatlán broke the record for the longest sashimi in December 2024, and kept the position this year too, reported Mexican news sites.

The controversial Annobón tuna factory in Equatorial Guinea will be inaugurated on June 5. The news was confirmed by Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue, Vice-President of Equatorial Guinea, on his X social media page. Mangue said that earlier this week, a multisectoral meeting was held with the Commission in charge of state works and was assured that the final works of the factory is continuing, and will be completed in a week. However, it is unlikely to begin full-fledged operations during that time as bringing together a workforce to make the cannery up and running would take more time.

His X post read: “I have ordered the acceleration of the shipment of materials and technical personnel to ensure compliance with the schedule, as well as proceeding with the installation of solar panels to ensure Annobón’s electrical autonomy. Our commitment is to complete these works on schedule, improve the living conditions of the population, and consolidate our islands as benchmarks for tourism and economic development.” Millions of euros were invested in the factory for which construction began six years ago but has yet to finish. Equatorial Guinea’s Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue had held a meeting with the Ministry of Fisheries authorities earlier this year to speed up the work.