https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Piece-Sushi-Making-KitchenBoosterz/dp/B01DAIZT8G?ie=UTF8&keywords=kitchenboosterz&qid=1464691477&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
- 8 Sushi Molds
- 2 Chopsticks
- 2 Soy Sauce Bowls
- 1 Sushi Knife
- 1 Serving Fork
- 1 Spatula
- 1 "Sushipedia" Step-By-Step Sushi Guide
Pros:
- The sushi molds allow you to cut the sushi into perfectly equal slices.
- The sushipedia is a perfect guide for sushi-making beginners.
- Kitchen Boosterz has great customer service.
- The molds are easier to clean than bamboo rollers.
- This kit can be a fun group activity if you host a sushi party!
Cons:
- The set does not include the chopstick rests seen in their Amazon photo.
NB: Kitchen Boosterz apologized and removed it from their main photos of the kit. - The knife could be better quality.
NB: But for their price, I guess it's reasonable quality.
Full Experience:
When I first received my sushi kit, it looked a bit banged up from its travels. I imagine the box hated being out in the Arizona heat, especially since it was probably jam packed in the UPS truck. Once opened, it was exciting having to pull out numerous pieces from the box. I just love getting presents (even if they are from myself =P)!
Chopsticks & Bowls
The first things I was drawn to were the chopsticks and bowls. As I picked them up, they were noticeably heavier than what I expected from the Amazon photos. They feel like good, hard, thick plastic; and they have a nice smooth, matte finish to them that make me think of a ceramic Japanese tea set. The chopsticks have a simple wavy design made by long, shallow dents; the bowls also have a shallow dent design on the inside-floor, creating a wave/row design.
Serving Fork, Spatula & Knife
The serving fork and spatula are your typical short, smooth, glossy kitchen tools easily found at a dollar store or in a $1-$2 deals bin at Biglots, Target, etc. They're not horrible quality, nor are they anything to brag about. If I push too hard on them they bend, but why would anyone do that while making sushi anyway?
The knife is the same quality-wise, minus the bending. It definitely needed some sharpening to be prep ready, but all-in-all it's not bad. It has a black, plastic handle, and several holes along the edge of the blade, for easier cutting - the holes reduce friction and the sticking of rice.
Molds
I was completely overwhelmed by all the different molding pieces, especially since they can be mixed and matched. They're made out of plastic and are a little stronger than the serving fork and spatula, since they do not bend. However, they do not feel as thick and strong as the bowls (this in no way affects their abilities. It's just a comparison to give you a better image and feel). If you're bad at making rolls with the bamboo rollers, or just bad at keeping rolls from falling apart when you cut them, then these molds are a MUST for you. Basically, you pack the molds with your chosen roll ingredients, like a sandwich - seaweed, rice, ..., rice, seaweed. Then you use the slicing guides to make perfect cuts to show off your amazing knife skills!
Sushipedia
Serving Fork, Spatula & Knife
The serving fork and spatula are your typical short, smooth, glossy kitchen tools easily found at a dollar store or in a $1-$2 deals bin at Biglots, Target, etc. They're not horrible quality, nor are they anything to brag about. If I push too hard on them they bend, but why would anyone do that while making sushi anyway?
The knife is the same quality-wise, minus the bending. It definitely needed some sharpening to be prep ready, but all-in-all it's not bad. It has a black, plastic handle, and several holes along the edge of the blade, for easier cutting - the holes reduce friction and the sticking of rice.
Molds
I was completely overwhelmed by all the different molding pieces, especially since they can be mixed and matched. They're made out of plastic and are a little stronger than the serving fork and spatula, since they do not bend. However, they do not feel as thick and strong as the bowls (this in no way affects their abilities. It's just a comparison to give you a better image and feel). If you're bad at making rolls with the bamboo rollers, or just bad at keeping rolls from falling apart when you cut them, then these molds are a MUST for you. Basically, you pack the molds with your chosen roll ingredients, like a sandwich - seaweed, rice, ..., rice, seaweed. Then you use the slicing guides to make perfect cuts to show off your amazing knife skills!
Sushipedia
I'd love to learn the history and origins of everything but sometimes it's such a hassle to google when I'm excited and don't even know where to start! I need structure or I bounce from information to information, feeling like everything I absorb is just jumbling together. The sushipedia has an easy-to-read layout and includes bits of history, fun facts about sushi, lots of pictures, directions on how to make sushi, and of course, how to use the provided eight molds (See the last two sentences under "Molds").
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. I am not affiliated with this company in any way. I'm just a shoppaholic who loves to test and share products I enjoy! Hope I was helpful!
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. I am not affiliated with this company in any way. I'm just a shoppaholic who loves to test and share products I enjoy! Hope I was helpful!
