Live Sea Urchin Opening and Tasting Masterclass

Learn to shuck and open sea urchins, and also eat lots!



2 hours Class size 2 to 10 guests    

  $120 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Join us at The RŌE Studio for a hands-on introduction to the fascinating world of live sea urchins.
We’ll begin with a short and easy-to-follow talk about sea urchins—how they live, their role in the ocean, the different varieties found in Australia, and what makes good-quality sea urchin roe. You’ll then get an up-close look at live sea urchins before learning how to handle and open them safely. Our instructor will demonstrate several opening methods using different tools, explaining the advantages of each one and the best technique for opening a sea urchin cleanly and efficiently.
Then it’s your turn. You’ll open your own live sea urchin with step-by-step guidance and learn how to:
  • Handle a live sea urchin safely
  • Choose the right opening tool
  • Open the shell without crushing it
  • Remove the internal parts carefully
  • Clean the sea urchin without damaging the roe
  • Recognise fresh, good-quality roe
  • Present and enjoy the roe you have prepared
Once your sea urchin is cleaned, you’ll be able to taste the fresh roe and experience its natural flavour and texture.
Please note: Live sea urchins are a natural and seasonal product, so their size, appearance, roe colour, and yield may vary.
This experience involves handling sharp tools, live seafood, and raw seafood. Guests must follow the instructor’s safety directions at all times. Younger participants must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult.
Please let us know about any seafood allergies or dietary requirements before booking. Guests with severe seafood or shellfish allergies should not participate in the tasting component.
What you'll get
  • A short educational talk about live sea urchins
  • Live sea urchins for hands-on learning
  • Your own sea urchin-opening experience
  • Use of different sea urchin-opening tools
  • Step-by-step cleaning and preparation guidance
  • Fresh sea urchin roe tasting
  • A practical knowledge guide to take home
  • All equipment and protective gloves provided
Knowledge required
Beginner Friendly
What to bring
An apron and gloves will be provided. Just bring your curiosity and your appetite.
Suitable for

This class is great for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hens party.

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Location

The Roe Studio - 49-55 Myrtle St, Glen Waverley VIC

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Your teacher

The Roe Australia Pty Ltd
The Roe Australia Pty Ltd

female Women-owned

Hi, I’m Athena, the person behind The RŌE Studio.
The idea started while I was working with live sea urchins at The RŌE Australia. So many guests were curious and wanted to know more—how sea urchins live, what they feel like, how they are opened, and why they are so special.
That inspired me to create a place where people can learn through real, hands-on experiences. At The RŌE Studio, we explore sea urchins, shells, seafood knowledge and ocean-inspired art in a fun and relaxed way.
I love teaching because I enjoy seeing people try something new. The best part is watching someone become curious, ask questions and feel excited about the ocean.
My background is in hospitality, marketing and customer experiences, and I now use those skills to create activities that are simple, interesting and memorable.
My goal is for every guest to leave with new knowledge, a creative experience and a little more love for the ocean.

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2026-07-31 15:00:00
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