Forget wrestling with a sushi menu when you can roll your own. In a welcoming local venue, you’ll get hands-on with the basics of sushi-making and discover that creating restaurant-style rolls is much less intimidating than it looks.

Start by preparing sticky sushi rice, learning how the right texture helps every roll hold together. Then grab a sheet of nori and build a California roll with crab, avocado and cucumber. Next, make a tuna and cucumber roll packed with fresh tuna, avocado and cucumber. Along the way, you’ll practice spreading rice, arranging fillings, rolling tightly and slicing your finished rolls into neat, bite-sized pieces. It’s relaxed, practical and easy to follow, whether you’re completely new to sushi or simply ready to sharpen your skills. One thing is certain: your next sushi craving may come with a rolling mat.