Language
Portuguese
Duration
4h
Difficulty
Beginner
Next Date
10/07/2026

Sushi workshop for beginners in Almada at Homie Academy for anyone who wants to learn the essential foundations of sushi preparation using traditional Japanese techniques in a simple and accessible format. This hands-on session covers everything from preparing and seasoning sushi rice and working with nori seaweed to basic fish cutting techniques, assembling makimonos and preparing nigiri, ending with a full tasting meal of everything made during the session. All ingredients, the meal, drinks, recipes and apron are included. No prior experience needed.

The session moves through the full sushi-making process step by step. An introduction to Japanese gastronomy and the essential ingredients of sushi opens the experience before moving into the practical work: traditional sushi rice preparation and seasoning, basic fish cutting and preparation techniques, how to work with and roll nori seaweed, demonstration and hands-on preparation of makimonos and nigiri, and tips on plating and combining flavours. The session closes with a full shared meal where every participant tastes everything they made, with the recipes to take home and keep practising with.

What you’ll learn

🍱 How to prepare and season sushi rice using traditional Japanese methods

🍱 Basic fish cutting and preparation techniques for sushi

🍱 How to work with and roll nori seaweed correctly

🍱 How to assemble makimonos with balanced and flavourful results

🍱 How to prepare nigiri and combine ingredients, sauces and accompaniments

What’s included

🍣 All ingredients and kitchen equipment for the full session

🍣 Full guidance from the Homie Academy team throughout

🍣 A complete shared meal tasting everything prepared during the workshop

🍣 Drinks, recipes and apron included

What you leave with

A full sushi meal eaten at the table, the essential techniques to start making sushi at home and the recipe card to keep practising from this point forward.

We are Homie Academy, a creative space in Almada dedicated to learning and shared experiences across multiple areas, designed for all age groups. Our workshops are built around the pleasure of making something together, sharing knowledge and leaving with skills and memories that last beyond the session itself.

Takes place in Almada at Homie Academy. All ingredients, meal, drinks and recipes included. No prior sushi or cooking experience needed.