Sushi Making Classes in San Francisco
Given its proximity to the ocean, it’s no surprise that The Golden City is home to some of the best seafood restaurants in the country, but did you know there is also an exciting lineup of sushi making classes in San Francisco? That’s right, whether you’re in Mission District, Chinatown or North Beach, you’ll find an exciting San Francisco sushi making course nearby with your name on it. Whether you want to mix up your weekly meal routine, wow your dinner party guests or simply add another skill to your culinary bow, these classes are an exciting introduction to the basics of the Japanese art of sushi, all led by renowned local chefs. Ready to roll? Then be sure to book a place at one of San Francisco’s sushi making classes.
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Bollywood Bakes: Kids’ Edition
$95
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$95
Spark their creativity with a sweet menu featuring naankhati cookies, sweet dosas and chocolatey lassis. Get ready for a fun adventure in this hands-on Indian cooking class made for young chefs. Led by a Chef Rajeswari, kids create easy-to-follow recipes, including ghee naankhati cookies, sweet banana dosas topped...
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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Asian Fusion Culinary Challenge
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Get ready to join Chef Dirk for a unique, delicious, and exciting team building experience. In this hands-on team building culinary challenge with Chef Dirk, you will divide into teams and compete in a deeply engaging, interactive, and fun competition-style team building experience.
Everyone on your team will begin...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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Flavors of Thailand
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Thai cooking emphasises lightly prepared refreshing dishes with the balance of aromatics and spicy heat. Dive into the flavorful world of Thai cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging kitchen environment.
Cook through a...
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Chef Karen
Serving the San Francisco area
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Authentic South Indian Brunch
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Master the art of a South Indian brunch featuring medhu vada, dosas and chutneys. Master the flavors of a traditional South Indian brunch in this hands-on cooking class featuring medhu vada, assorted dosas, colorful chutneys and rava kesari. Guided by a top-rated Chef Rajeswari, you’ll gain culinary techniques,...
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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Signature Tastes of Asia
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Add new culinary skills to your repertoire with flavors of Asia in this interactive experience. Explore Asian dishes with Chef Karen in this cooking class where you'll learn how to craft classic recipes spanning across Southeast Asia that offer the opportunity to learn the techniques and history of each dish.
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Chef Karen
Serving the San Francisco area
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Asian European Fusion
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Embark on a unique cross-continental culinary journey through Asia and Europe with Chef Dirk. Having lived in or traveled to more than 20 countries, Chef Dirk has a unique collection of culinary knowledge and experience that he will share with you in this hands-on cooking class.
Chef Dirk will take you on journey...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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Biryani and South Indian Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Celebrate spiced chicken dishes and cooling accompaniments to balance the menu. Chef Rajeswari is ready to turn up the heat in the kitchen as she leads you through a scrumptious South Indian-inspired cooking class packed with flavor and flair. This immersive lesson blends fiery spices, fragrant herbs and soothing...
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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North Indian Vegetarian Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Craft iconic vegetarian dishes like a local from North India. Spend a flavor-filled afternoon with Chef Rajeswari as she shares her favorite vegetarian classics in this North Indian-inspired cooking class. You’ll learn timeless techniques and spice blends that transform simple ingredients into unforgettable...
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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Spice-Filled Indian Cuisine
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Classic Indian comfort dishes come to life as Chef Rajeswari guides you in the kitchen. In this energetic and flavorful cooking class, Chef Rajeswari, whose roots remain deeply planted in India despite the distance, welcomes you into her spice-filled kitchen. You’ll explore an enticing regional menu inspired by...
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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Great for Groups of 20-40
Sushi From Scratch
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Your crew will be rolling along in no time with this collaborative sushi session. Bring the gang to a team building cooking class where sushi is the star of the show. With guidance from Chef Elham, you and your teammates can discover the secrets to preparing savory ingredients and turning them into top-tier sushi...
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Chef Elham
San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)
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Delicious Diwali Fare
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Celebrate a beloved holiday with handmade creations filled with traditional flavor. India’s biggest holiday inspires this cooking class and its festive, holiday-ready meal. Chef Rajeswari leads a joyful, hands-on session that blends food, culture and celebration.
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Chef Rajeswari
Union City
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Korean Food Essentials
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the flavors and ingredients of traditional Korean cuisine. In this immersive cooking class, you'll explore the essentials of Korean cuisine starting with foundational pantry items. A world-class Chef Polly will guide you through authentic recipes and techniques to craft a vibrant meal from scratch using iconic...
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Chef Polly
Alameda
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Unique Kid's Sushi Party
$85
Cooking Class
$85
A fun introduction to rolling and making unique sushi rolls aspiring chefs will love. Culinary curious kids will enjoy this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Parsati. Aspiring chefs will learn all the skills they need to craft unique sushi creations.
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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Perfecting Sushi Rolls
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to make a variety of seafood sushi from scratch in this hands-on class. You don't have to be a master in the kitchen to create homemade sushi rolls. In this guided sushi-making class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to make your own nigiri and seafood rolls completely from scratch.
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to recreate vegetarian versions of Japanese classics with Chef Parsati. Get the full izakaya experience with this hands-on vegetarian cooking class. You'll learn techniques like sushi rolling and stir-frying using fresh produce and traditional Japanese ingredients.
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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FAQS ABOUT SUSHI MAKING CLASSES IN SAN FRANCISCO
How much do Sushi Making classes in San Francisco cost?
Sushi making lessons in San Francisco have varying pricing based on the class type and group size. To get an idea of the cost, check the individual class page, where the starting price per person is listed. Pricing follows a tiered structure, meaning rates may vary for private events or larger groups. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to over $100 per person for an immersive, hands-on experience.
Who are these Sushi Making classes suitable for?
These sushi making courses are perfect for anyone looking to let loose in the kitchen and have fun, especially if diving into the world of handcrafted Japanese cuisine sounds like heaven to you. Whether you’re a sushi enthusiast, a complete beginner or somewhere in between, these hands-on classes offer a fun and approachable way to learn while bonding with family, friends or colleagues. Turn your team-building event into a sushi paradise or celebrate your birthday by rolling into a new year with maki — these classes are suitable for any occasion and add a unique and memorable touch.
What should I expect during a typical class?
You can expect to dive into engaging, hands-on sushi experiences where creativity is encouraged. Whether you turn up with friends or arrive solo, an expert sushi chef will be on hand to guide you through essential techniques like rolling maki, slicing sashimi and seasoning sushi rice to perfection. You'll work with fresh, high-quality ingredients and expert tools to craft beautiful, restaurant-worthy sushi every time. Best of all, at the end of the class, you’ll get to enjoy your handcrafted sushi alongside fellow sushi lovers, forging new connections, asking questions and wrapping up a deliciously rewarding experience.
What Sushi Making techniques and skills will I master?
Sushi cooking classes are carefully curated to help you master fundamental techniques, from slicing fish for sashimi to perfecting your roll technique on a delicate hosomaki or balancing flavors in temaki. Each lesson is designed to take your sushi making skills to the next level, building your kitchen confidence while making the most of San Francisco’s renowned fresh seafood. You’ll bring the essence of the city’s top sushi spots, like Akiko’s and Ju-Ni, into your own home by recreating restaurant-quality sushi from scratch. It’s a fun and interactive way to refine your technique with an esteemed chef guiding you along the way.
What are the benefits of taking a Sushi Making class?
A hands-on culinary afternoon that blends fun, meaningful connections and spectacular food is just scratching the surface of the benefits these sushi making classes offer. You’ll have the chance to learn traditional techniques from some of the best sushi chefs in San Francisco while crafting restaurant-quality rolls and nigiri. It doesn’t matter if your goal is to perfect your knife skills for sushi vegetables, expertly prepare sushi rice or learn new sushi recipes, these classes have got you covered. Plus, you’ll get to socialize and bond over fresh sushi with fellow foodie classmates, making the experience even more enjoyable.
What types of Sushi Making classes/menus can I choose from?
On the menu, you’ll find a diverse range of experiences — whether you dream of perfecting classic rolls, exploring plant-based sushi creations or adding thinly sliced sashimi to your date night repertoire. From beginner-friendly classes where the fundamentals are everything to advanced sessions where you can experiment with flavors, there’s no shortage of creative freedom in the kitchen. No matter your taste, these classes offer the perfect opportunity to turn your kitchen into a sushi lover’s paradise while sharpening your knife skills and plating techniques.
Where do the classes take place?
Sushi making classes take place in a range of easily accessible settings, including classes held in booming neighborhoods like Japantown and Mission District, sessions held by skilled sushi chefs in expert kitchens, private lessons in the comfort of your home and even hands-on classes at top-tier venues. For at-home sessions, the chef will come equipped with all the necessary ingredients, tools and expertise so the sushi fun can begin. Check out the map on individual class pages to learn more about sushi schools near you.
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.