Sushi 101
Fri, Apr 10
|Charleston
Learn the fundamentals of sushi making in this hands-on Sushi 101 class with Umami Lab founder Dean Wangwright. Through practical techniques and approachable guidance, you’ll roll your own sushi while discovering how authentic Japanese flavors can be recreated in everyday kitchens.
Time & Location
Apr 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Charleston, 874 Orleans Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
About the event
Sushi 101: A Hands-On Experience with Dean Wangwright
Curious about how sushi really comes together? Join us for an interactive Sushi 101 class where you’ll learn the fundamentals of sushi making in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Whether you’re a curious home cook or simply a sushi lover, this class will give you the confidence to begin making sushi yourself.
Led by Dean Wangwright, founder of Umami Lab, this workshop blends practical technique with insight into Japanese culinary traditions. Dean is a food writer and culinary educator who explores how Japanese cuisine can be practiced and shared beyond its traditional context. With years of culinary training and restaurant management experience in both Japan and the United States—and more than fifteen years advising restaurants on concept development, menu design, and staff training—he brings a deep understanding of authentic Japanese flavors and how they translate into everyday kitchens.
During this hands-on class, participants will: