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Chef: Yasuo Saso/Kathy Saso
Wednesday, January 20, 2027, 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
Ready to satisfy your sushi cravings? Stop ordering out and learn to make it yourself! We are thrilled to host Albany’s own renowned sushi master, Yasuo Saso, for a fun, hands-on workshop. You’ll go behind the scenes of this Japanese art form, learning how to make perfect rice, where to find the freshest ingredients, and the professional techniques needed to slice and roll like a pro.
Open to participants 18 and older.
Menu:
- Miso soup and edamame, prepared by the chef and served before the sushi rolling starts.
- California rolls with crab, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, seasoned rice, and sesame seeds.
- Cucumber rolls with crisp cucumber, sushi rice, and nori.
- Spicy shrimp rolls with shrimp, creamy spicy sauce, and cool cucumber.
Allergen and dietary notice: Rice, seafood and shellfish, and soy will be used in class.
About Yasuo and Kathy: After a 12-year apprenticeship in Tokyo, Yasuo Saso came to Albany to invigorate the local sushi scene. He and his wife, Kathy Saso, operated Saso’s Japanese Noodle House for many years, a revered Albany landmark.