LONDON FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided by the Cookery School; there’s no special kit you need to bring.
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.
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.