Sushi Making With Chef James

Discover the fundamentals of sushi preparation in this interactive cooking class with Chef James. You'll begin by making seasoned sushi rice and developing knife skills as you cut avocado, cucumber and mango. Then, learn to layer rice onto nori and prepare a traditional California roll filled with avocado, cucumber and surimi, along with a vegetable roll featuring mango, avocado and cucumber. Chef James will guide you through rolling and cutting your sushi into bite-sized portions while sharing techniques you can use to make these dishes at home.

What’s Included

• A hands-on cooking session with Chef James
• A sushi-making class at a public venue in Washington, D.C., with the location varying by date
• Fresh ingredients and professional cooking equipment
• Guidance, culinary tips and techniques from the chef
• A full meal prepared and enjoyed during the class

What to Expect

• Clear, step-by-step instruction from Chef James
• A beginner-friendly sushi-making experience open to all skill levels
• An enjoyable, social atmosphere with opportunities to taste, learn and build confidence in the kitchen

Classes are designed to be fun and social. Wine and beer may be purchased at the venue to enjoy during the experience.

Menu

• California Roll
•     Nori and seasoned sushi rice filled with avocado, surimi and cucumber.
• Veggie Roll
•     Nori and sushi rice combined with mango, avocado and cucumber.