Sushi platters

We ordered a standard sushi platter from each of the retailers that have selected stores with sushi bars. As the contents of the platters varied, the chefs judged each platter individually and rated them on value for money.

CHECKERS

28-PIECE COMBO PLATTER

R130, Checkers Blubird Centre, Melrose, JHB

Price rating: Fair.

Andrew: Rice lacked mirin and sugar.

Awande: The appearance is good, however it could be more refined. Nico: Very average

Ukhonaye: Portion size is small

FOOD LOVER’S MARKET

12-PIECE PLATTER

R79.99 Food Lover’s Market, Nicolway, Fourways

Price rating: Excellent value for money

Nico: Great platter and great value for the price. Ukhonaye: Looks great, compact and fresh tasting. Tyrone: Very good.

Yolanda: I found it a bit salty.

PICK N PAY

18- PIECE ROSE PLATTER

R154.99 PnP Thyme on Nicol, Sandton

Price rating: Based on quality, a fair price

Janette: An average platter of sushi.

Andrew: The rice lacked flavour.

Ukhonaye: Good looking sushi. Price seems on the high side. Tyrone: Above average quality.

SPAR

20-PIECE SALMON PLATTER R240.99 Pineslopes Spar, Fourways

Price rating: On the pricey side but excellent quality.

Ukhonaye: A beautiful arrangement. Everything looks and is so fresh. Janette: Amazing fresh taste, as if you are eating at a restaurant. Tyrone: Excellent, it could be the best sushi I have tasted.

WOOLWORTHS

20-PIECE BBOX RAINBOW ROLL PLATTER with salad and dressing.

R289.95, Woolworths, Sandton City

Price rating: Excellent quality but most expensive of all platters and panel felt they couldn’t justify the purchase.

Yolande: I enjoyed every bite. Platter is fresh and tasty.

Chantel: A higher quality platter but expensive. Love the salad. Tyrone: Very good quality. Rice needs more vinegar though. Janette: Very fresh, inclusion of salad a great idea.