Saturday, Apr. 29, 2017 – Saturday, Apr. 29, 2017
11:00 AM – 01:00 PM
US/Central
Sushi’s history goes back to the 3rd century in southeast Asia, where it originated as a way to preserve fish in fermented rice, which was sealed for up to a year before only the fish was consumed. The practice spread to China and eventually Japan, where people began to eat the rice as well instead of throwing it out. Over the last 800 years, sushi has continued to change and evolve, and has spread across the globe to become a popular dish that’s available everywhere from convenience stores to fine dining restaurants.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basic skills to make two kinds of rolls:
- California roll: imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado
- Shaggy dog: fried shrimp, fried shrimp topped with shredded imitation crab
At the end you’ll leave with a new set of skills to try out at home!
This workshop is designed for those with little to no experience in sushi-making, and is appropriate for all ages. Families with children, adults, and lifelong learners are welcome! All supplies and ingredients will be provided.
Before or after the workshop, guests are encouraged to check out the exhibition Modern Twist: Contemporary Japanese Bamboo Art. Admission to the gallery is FREE on April 29 in celebration of The Museum Experience: Zone 2.
Schedule
11 am - 12 pm | Sushi-making
12 pm - 1 pm | Enjoy your handmade sushi, plus a Q&A with Chef Lee
About the Workshop
About Chef Peter Lee
Chef Peter Lee has over 14 years of experience as a professional chef and is currently a chef at SushiC, which offers catering needs for special events and intimate gatherings, as well as operating gourmet kiosks in retail stores, corporate locations, and universities.
HOURS & ADMISSION
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Wednesday, Friday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday (free admission all day), 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday and major holidays. - Explore Asia Admission: Six interactive stations; includes complimentary access to current exhibition in the Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery. $15 per guest ages 13 and up. $9 per guest ages 7–12. Free for guests ages 6 and under and for Asia Society members. Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery Admission Only: $8 per guest. Free for guests ages 6 and under and for Asia Society members. Free exhibition admission on Thursdays from 12 pm – 7 pm, presented by Regions Bank.
Directions & Parking
- Free Parking
- Paid Parking
- Street Parking
- Parking in Asia Society Texas Center's lot is $7 for 1-24 hours. Entrances on Caroline and Austin. Limited free and paid street parking is also available.
Special Offers / Dining
Java Lava Cafe
Serving 100 percent premium Kona coffee from KarmaSu Coffee Farm in Hawaii, plus breakfast, lunch, and sweet treats, Java Lava Cafe is open for extended breakfast hours Tuesday–Saturday.
Hours
Tuesday – Saturday, 8:30 am – 3 pm
https://asiasociety.org/texas/java-lava-cafe
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