Temaki Sushi Together - Booking Deposit
This deposit will cover part of the service fee. See Client Agreement for Details.
$50.003 h
At your home
Estimated Grocery Cost: $30~$60
In Japan, temaki (hand-roll sushi) isn’t fancy restaurant food - it’s a “gather around the table and make it yourself” kind of meal. Think of it as a DIY sushi night where everyone gets to play chef. When I was growing up, temaki nights were messy, filling, and absolutely the most fun. You grab a piece of nori, add too much rice, add whatever you like, roll it up, and hope it doesn’t fall apart. (If it does fall apart, congratulations — you’ve made chirashi-zushi.)
Temaki Together brings that exact energy into your home: family, fun, and hands-on creativity… but without raw fish, so everyone can relax and just enjoy.
What do we need?
Sushi Rice
Warm, seasoned, sushi rice — the heart of any good roll.
Sushi rice has a “just right” level of stickiness. Too sticky? Not sticky enough? I’ll adjust it based on your preference.
Nori - Sheets of seaweed paper
A must-have for rolling your own sushi creations
Typically, each person will need 6~8 half-sheets. So 4 full sheets per person.
Recommended fillings (Kid-friendly, No Raw Fish)
Cucumber
Tamago (Japanese omelet)
Imitation crab sticks
Avocado
Tuna Salad
For dipping and topping
Sesame seeds
Wasabi
Umeboshi (Japanese picked plum)
Soy Sauce (Gluten free option available)
Spicy Mayo (made to order spiciness)
Everyone can roll their own. Or not roll them at all.
I will demonstrate different ways to serve sushi.
It all depends on your preference.
Sushi comes in various forms and shapes.
Nigiri - this is what most people imagine when hearing 'sushi'
Maki - rolled
Temaki - rolled in a cone shape (very easy to do)
Chirashi - to me, a poke bowl is a form of chirashi sushi
Dietary Considerations
Contains soy - soy sauce and miso
Avocado, egg, sesame are optional
Gluten free soy sauce available
No raw fish to be included
Mayo-based sauces can be omitted
Drink Considerations (BYOB)
Beer
White Wine
Sake
Green tea
Miso Soup
The type of Miso will be dictated by what the local supermarket offers
There are Red Miso, White Miso and Awase (Blend) Miso. The red tends to be higher in sodium content but not always the case. I can reduce the amount of miso used in cooking if you are on low sodium diet.
Sunomono (rice vinegar marinated salad)
Cucumber (Classic choice)
Napa Cabbage and Carrot (Also popular)
Adding wakame or konbu seaweed
Roasted sesame seeds sprinkled on top
They are the all classic combinations. If you've never had it, flavoring is mild and slightly sweet. I recommend the combination of cucumber and wakame seaweed.
Japanese Potato Salad
Potatoes
Cucumber
Carrots
Onion
Ham
Hard Boiled Eggs
Mayonnaise
A few additional flavoring
The mix-ins can be adjusted to match your preference.
If you've ever visited a Japanese curry house, you'd find a jar full of this topping to add to your serving of Japanese brown curry.
This Agreement is between Ikigai Home Cooking (“Chef”) and the undersigned client (“Client”) for a curated Japanese dining experience prepared in the Client’s home.
1. Scope of Service
The Chef provides a curated Japanese dining experience prepared on-site in the Client’s home kitchen for private gatherings of up to six (6) guests.
All menus are designed specifically for the occasion and prepared on the day of service using ingredients purchased for that event.
The Chef does not operate from a commercial kitchen and does not deliver pre-prepared food. All cooking is performed on-site for the Client’s private use.
Services are available on weekends only, subject to availability.
2. Pricing
The service fee is $80 per guest, based on the confirmed number of attendees.
For locations beyond 20 miles from the Chef’s base location, a 10% travel surcharge applies to the per-guest service fee.
Ingredient costs are billed separately at actual cost, with receipts provided after service.
Seasonal or specialty ingredient requests may affect ingredient costs and will be discussed in advance.
3. Deposit & Payment
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a booking date.
The deposit will be applied toward the final service fee.
The remaining service fee is due on the day of service.
Ingredient costs will be invoiced following completion of the event.
Payments may be made by credit card, debit card, or other approved methods.
4. Cancellation & Rescheduling
72+ hours before service:
Deposit may be applied once to a rescheduled date.
48–72 hours before service:
Deposit is forfeited.
Less than 48 hours before service:
Deposit is forfeited, and a $75 late cancellation fee may be charged at the Chef’s discretion.
If grocery purchases have already been made prior to cancellation, the Client is responsible for reimbursement of ingredient costs.
Rescheduling is subject to availability.
5. Kitchen Readiness
Client agrees to provide:
• A clean and safe kitchen workspace
• Functioning stove, oven, refrigerator, and sink
• Clear counter space
• Access to hot water and electricity
If the kitchen is not in suitable condition for safe preparation, the Chef may cancel the service upon arrival. In such cases, the deposit is forfeited.
6. Allergies & Dietary Considerations
Client must inform the Chef in writing of any food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions prior to menu confirmation.
The Chef will take reasonable steps to accommodate dietary needs; however:
• The Client’s home kitchen is not a certified allergen-free facility
• Cross-contact cannot be fully guaranteed
The Client assumes responsibility for informing household members and guests of potential risks.
7. Food Safety & Leftovers
The Chef follows ServSafe and Massachusetts food-safety practices.
Once service is complete, the Client assumes responsibility for:
• Proper storage
• Reheating
• Timely consumption of leftovers
The Chef is not liable for issues resulting from improper storage or handling after service concludes.
8. Damage & Liability
The Chef will use reasonable care when handling the Client’s equipment and property.
The Chef is not responsible for:
• Pre-existing damage
• Normal wear of cookware
• Appliance malfunction
• Accidents resulting from unsafe kitchen conditions
The Client agrees to indemnify and hold the Chef harmless from claims arising from:
• Unsafe kitchen environment
• Client-supplied equipment
• Household members or guests
• Animals present in the kitchen during service
The Chef carries general liability insurance.
9. Photo & Media Consent
With the Client’s permission, the Chef may photograph prepared dishes or table settings for marketing purposes.
The Client may decline in writing prior to service.
10. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Disputes shall first be addressed through good-faith discussion, and if necessary, mediation.
11. Acceptance
By submitting a booking request and the required deposit, the Client acknowledges and agrees to the terms of this Agreement.
Chef
Ikigai Home Cooking
Kei Tsuda