Sushi Making Experience

Brilliant! We loved every minute. We'd tried to make sushi at home before the course, and found it difficult or impossible to achieve good results. But after being taught about sushi history, equipment, ingredients and a few 'all-important' technique tips, we made decent maki and California rolls along with vegetarian hand-rolls. The included lunch was fab, and more than we could eat! Highly recommended!

I was greeted by a friendly gentleman who made me feel very welcome with a warm smile and a complimentary cup of green tea. Our group were all seated around the main service area each with a dish of various ingredients; as with all YO! Sushi restaurants we were able to see everyone at work. The chef started by asking us how we would describe sushi and got everyone interacting. He then gave a brief talk about the history and origin of sushi, importance of cooking rice correctly and about YO!Sushi. It was interesting and kept us all entertained. He demonstrated cutting fish, how the different cuts are used and the way you utilise every piece for various dishes which we tasted. We were then showed the 3 different types of sushi we would be making, the chef talked and showed us through each step. It was so rewarding when you completed each one, lunch was then served which was delicious. I left clutching my box of my own hand made sushi, my certificate and goodies to remind me of a great day.

The sushi chef that led our class was entertaining and knowledgeable. After a little of the history of sushi, we got to try some excellent sashimi and then it was hands on. Our chef demonstrated each dish and then came round to help anyone who needed it. He was full of useful tips such as using mayonnaise to stop the rice sticking to our gloves! We had a lot of fun making and sampling our creations. Once the class was over we had a lovely lunch and then took home what we had made to show the family.

A good introduction to sushi-making - from the history of sushi to how to cook perfect rice to rolling the sushi yourself. Also a good opportunity to eat lots of tasty Japanese food Yo Sushi-style. The course leader and head chef was a very good teacher. Overall it was a lovely way to spend a Saturday morning.

The gift was for my partner who is a big fan of sushi. I decided to treat myself too, so that I could learn more about the food he loves. I found the session so interesting, the tutor was extremely knowledgable and didn't falter on any questions asked. He had a great sense of humour but also helped us all learn a lot about sushi. After the session finished I went straight out and bought the essentials necessary for good sushi making. I now can't wait to start trying the experience at home for myself. Thank you for making my gift extra special.