Cooking Class: Make Nigiri, Sashimi and Maki
Learn to make nigiri, sashimi and maki rolls with seasoned sushi rice in this hands-on cooking class!
Chef James will walk you through the basics of crafting traditional sushi rolls from scratch, starting with seasoned sushi rice and nori sheets. You’ll pick up useful knife skills as you slice salmon or tuna for sashimi, then move on to nigiri topped with fresh fish like tuna, salmon or eel. Next, you’ll build maki rolls, layering cucumber with spicy fish for that perfect bite. To wrap things up, you’ll create a specialty roll using favorite add-ins like crab sticks, crispy tempura or whatever you’re craving. Book your spot today!
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Sashimi
With salmon or tuna
Nigiri
With salmon, tuna or eel
Maki Roll
With cucumber, spicy salmon or tuna
Specialty Roll
With cucumber, crab sticks, tempura and salmon, tuna or eel
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 8
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsSushi Making, Fun, Asian, Japanese, Pescatarian, Adult
Outside Reviews for Chef James
Silvia
04 Nov 2025
As a very knowledgeable professional, Chef James elevates dining through his passion for food. His friendly character ensures he is the perfect host, capable of crafting memorable and personalized experiences for every guest.
Event location: Mississauga
Chef travels to your location
With more than 18 years in the food service world, including leading a kitchen at one of Canada’s top 30 restaurants, Chef James brings depth, creativity and heart to everything he serves. As a private chef, he designs thoughtful, tailored menus that cater to diverse palates and memorable dining moments. In the classroom, he’s known for transforming technique into inspiration, encouraging home cooks to go beyond recipes and discover what exceptional truly tastes like.
