Learn to roll restaurant-quality sushi in a lively brewery setting in Charlotte. This two-hour hands-on class teaches rice, knife work, and two signature rolls while you sip local craft beer.
Learn to roll restaurant-quality sushi in a lively brewery setting in Charlotte. This two-hour hands-on class teaches rice, knife work, and two signature rolls while you sip local craft beer.
The room hums with clinks of glass and the scent of rice vinegar as participants gather around a long communal table beneath the brewery’s steel rafters. A chef lays out sheets of nori, a bowl of steaming sushi rice, and a slab of sushi-grade tuna; outside, the Piedmont evening tucks the city’s low hills under a blue ribbon of sky.
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Operated by Classpop! · Charlotte, North Carolina
The room hums with clinks of glass and the scent of rice vinegar as participants gather around a long communal table beneath the brewery’s steel rafters. A chef lays out sheets of nori, a bowl of steaming sushi rice, and a slab of sushi-grade tuna; outside, the Piedmont evening tucks the city’s low hills under a blue ribbon of sky.
Charlotte’s current craft-beer boom sits atop an older industrial backbone — rail yards and textile mills that shaped the Queen City. Geologically the area occupies the Piedmont plateau, rolling and forgiving, which historically funneled trade and now hosts converted warehouses where creative food and drink scenes thrive. The class connects those threads: modern brewing culture, hands-on culinary craft, and a civic appetite for artisanal experiences.
Expect a two-hour, instructor-led session that moves from rice preparation to knife technique to rolling two signature maki — a spicy tuna and a vegetable roll — with plenty of tasting and step-by-step correction. The brewery setting adds relaxed service-available beer and communal energy; policies typically ask arrivals 10 minutes early and note accessibility accommodations.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes and bring photo ID if you plan to purchase beer; tell hosts about dietary restrictions ahead of time. Knife skills taught are basic but benefit from focused attention; mobility-accessible seating is usually available. The class is social and low-impact, ideal for a date night or first-time sushi makers. Leave with recipes, a full meal you prepared, and a new confidence at the rolling mat.
easy.
2 hours.
No special fitness required; participants should be comfortable standing for short periods and using fine motor skills.
The session runs approximately two hours from start to finish, including hands-on instruction and tasting.
Beer is typically available for purchase at the brewery but not included in the class fee; check with the host for promotions.
Yes — hosts can usually accommodate common dietary needs if notified before the class; indicate restrictions when booking.
Most brewery locations used for these classes report wheelchair accessibility and accessible surfaces; confirm specifics with the operator if you have mobility concerns.
Charlotte grew from a 18th–19th century rail and textile economy into a modern service and craft-beer hub; many breweries reuse old industrial buildings.
Many local breweries and chefs emphasize local sourcing and minimizing food waste — ask about sustainable fish sourcing and composting practices during the class.
Classpop! operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The room hums with clinks of glass and the scent of rice vinegar as participants gather around a long communal table beneath the brewery’s steel rafters. A chef lays out sheets of nori, a bowl of steaming sushi rice, and a slab of sushi-grade tuna; outside, the Piedmont evening tucks the city’s low hills under a blue ribbon of sky.
The room hums with clinks of glass and the scent of rice vinegar as participants gather around a long communal table beneath the brewery’s steel rafters. A chef lays out sheets of nori, a bowl of steaming sushi rice, and a slab of sushi-grade tuna; outside, the Piedmont evening tucks the city’s low hills under a blue ribbon of sky.
Charlotte’s current craft-beer boom sits atop an older industrial backbone — rail yards and textile mills that shaped the Queen City. Geologically the area occupies the Piedmont plateau, rolling and forgiving, which historically funneled trade and now hosts converted warehouses where creative food and drink scenes thrive. The class connects those threads: modern brewing culture, hands-on culinary craft, and a civic appetite for artisanal experiences.
Expect a two-hour, instructor-led session that moves from rice preparation to knife technique to rolling two signature maki — a spicy tuna and a vegetable roll — with plenty of tasting and step-by-step correction. The brewery setting adds relaxed service-available beer and communal energy; policies typically ask arrivals 10 minutes early and note accessibility accommodations.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes and bring photo ID if you plan to purchase beer; tell hosts about dietary restrictions ahead of time. Knife skills taught are basic but benefit from focused attention; mobility-accessible seating is usually available. The class is social and low-impact, ideal for a date night or first-time sushi makers. Leave with recipes, a full meal you prepared, and a new confidence at the rolling mat.