Cooking Class: Sushi Making With Chef Bemnet
Learn how to make delicious sushi in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Bemnet!
During this cooking experience, you'll make two tasty sushi rolls from scratch, starting with a classic California roll with cucumber, avocado, surimi, sushi rice and nori. Next up will be a colorful veggie roll with mango, avocado, cucumber and nori. This cooking class is designed to be fun and social, so bring your friends (and your appetite) and expect to create delicious rolls you'll be proud of. Book your spot now!
What’s Included
- A fun, hands-on cooking class led by Chef Bemnet
- An authentic sushi-making experience hosted at a local public venue in Washington D.C. (venue varies by date)
- All fresh ingredients and professional cooking tools provided
- Expert techniques, tips and chef insights you can use long after class
- A complete meal you’ll cook and enjoy yourself
What to Expect
- Step-by-step guidance from Chef Bemnet, who makes every technique approachable
- A welcoming, beginner-friendly sushi-making class in Washington D.C. with zero pressure on skill level
- Plenty of tasting, laughter and learning as you grow your kitchen confidence
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California Roll
With nori, sushi rice, avocado, surimi and cucumber
Veggie Roll
With nori, sushi rice, mango, avocado and cucumber
Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class.
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 4
- Maximum Guests 25
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- Restrictions Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
- LabelsSushi Making, Beginner, Asian, Japanese, Pescatarian, Holiday
Outside Reviews for Chef Bemnet
Dan
20 Feb 2026
I learnt new skills! loved it
Lauren
12 Feb 2026
Lots of fun! Great experience
Event location: 7581Colshire Dr, McLean, VA, 22101
Venue Type: Bar
Location is based on class date. Please select the date you plan to attend to see the correct location.
With over eight years of teaching experience, Chef Bemnet is a third-generation chef passionate about sharing diverse culinary traditions. Inspired by a rich family legacy, she specializes in East African, plant-based and Ethiopian-Caribbean fusion cuisine. Having previously led a successful kitchen in Oakland, she brings hands-on expertise and cultural depth to every class, inspiring students to explore bold flavors and cook with confidence.
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