Rolling Sushi on Oxford Street: A hands-on crash course in maki and uramaki

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Rolling Sushi on Oxford Street: A hands-on crash course in maki and uramaki

A focused, 2-hour class at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School that teaches sushi rice, knife skills and roll construction—ingredients, equipment and expert guidance are provided.

Rolling Sushi on Oxford Street: A hands-on crash course in maki and uramaki.

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Location
London
Operator
The Jamie Oliver Cookery School
Category
Food Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join a thrilling sushi-rolling crash course and master the basics of creating maki and uramaki. Over the session you’ll learn to perfect seasoned sushi rice, refine knife technique, balance flavours and assemble rolls, then sit at the chef’s table to enjoy the dishes you’ve made; all ingredients and expert guidance are provided for an unforgettable culinary experience.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SKILLS

Sushi rice, knife work and quick pickles

The class walks you through the fundamentals: seasoning perfect sushi rice, sharpening basic knife technique by julienning and dicing vegetables, and making a quick radish pickle to lift the rolls.

THE MENU

Spicy wasabi crab maki and pan-fried salmon uramaki

You’ll assemble a maki roll filled with spicy wasabi crab and an uramaki roll with pan-fried salmon and avocado, matched with a soy dipping sauce and pink radish pickle—plus a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival or a soft drink if preferred.

THE FORMAT

Guided, hands-on cooking and tasting at the chef’s table

Expect easy-to-follow demonstrations from an expert teaching chef, paired hands-on work at cooking stations, and time to tuck into your handmade sushi around the chef’s table; a digital recipe pack is provided so you can recreate the menu at home.

What the day feels like

What the class feels like

The session combines short demonstrations with paired, hands-on cooking: you’ll learn rice technique, practice knife skills, prepare fillings (including pan-frying salmon and making wasabi crab or veg options), assemble maki and uramaki, build a dipping sauce and plate your work, then sit down to eat what you’ve made.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this class suits — and who it doesn’t.

1
Solo TravelersGood fit — you don’t have to book as part of a pair and can be paired with another participant if needed.
2
Food Lovers & Home CooksIdeal for those wanting practical skills to reproduce sushi at home; a digital recipe pack is supplied to support learning.
3
Beginners to Intermediate CooksDesigned as a crash course covering foundations—rice, knife work and roll construction—so it’s appropriate for novices and those sharpening basic technique.
4
Observers & FriendsNot suitable — only active participants are permitted in the Cookery School and spectators cannot be accommodated.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

All ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided by the Cookery School; there’s no special kit you need to bring.

On-site Provisions

Water is provided throughout the class; you may purchase wine, beer, spirits, mixers, cocktails and soft drinks from the drinks menu, and a complimentary glass of bubbles (or a soft drink) is offered on arrival.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the class?

The duration of the class is 2 hours, which includes demonstrations, hands-on cooking and time to eat at the chef’s table.

Can I book on my own?

Yes — you don’t have to be part of a pair to book; solo attendees may be paired with another person.

Can friends or family watch me cook?

No — only those actively taking part in a class are permitted at the Cookery School; the operator is unable to accommodate spectators or provide a waiting area.

Are ingredients and equipment provided?

Yes — all ingredients, equipment and aprons will be provided, and you’ll receive a digital recipe pack to recreate the dishes at home.

Do I get to eat what I make?

Yes — you’ll tuck into your handmade sushi around the chef’s table, or you can pack a box to take home if you prefer.

Are drinks included?

A complimentary glass of bubbles is offered on arrival (or a soft drink if you prefer); water is provided throughout and additional drinks are available to purchase.