I have this dilemma. I was invited to a nice sushi dinner with a group of higher ups from my company. I was the only non-supervisory person invited. I am wanting to get into a management position, so I really think this is a chance I should not pass up. However, I'm not sure how I would figure out the WW points.
I am not sure about the WW points because I do not know WW, but if you can order your own food you can get sashimi which is basically like sushi only without the rice. Since it is mostly saltwater fish and vegetables in the nori you can just figure out the calorie info based on the vegetables and fish in what you order.
If it has rice in it, then maybe you can look at a premade sushi information lable at your local grocery store and figure it will be similar? I know there is rice vinegar and sugar in the rice, so it has more calories than regular rice.
Even if it wasn't, life doesn't stop when we're trying to eat better...real life doesn't just pause until we reach goal. So do some research, do your best, expect a little water weight from the sodium/soy sauce, and get right back on your regular eating plan afterward.
sushi is really healthy, so i wouldn't worry about it. Just try to stay away from rolls with mayo in them. A little avocado isn't going to blow your diet! I love to start with a seaweed salad...its really good for your hair and skin as well as being very low in calories. Good luck! hope you get the promotion!
I always think of sushi as being a good healthy meal. If you plan your other meals around it, you should be able to thoroughly enjoy it. And this seems like a special meal, so if you go a little over, don't sweat. Just get back on track on the next one
do you have eTools or the Complete Food Companion(CFC)? In the front of the CFC is a "ethnic/regional favorites" section and it has edamame, various types of sushi, ginger salad and such listed under the Janpanese heading
You should be fine! I'm not sure about WW points, but watch out for rolls with any kind of "sauce" since they are usually mayo-based. I think with sushi in mind, simpler is better.
Good Luck!
I think it's much more important to focus on making a good impression than making your choices based on your diet.
Order a californial roll, and they may assume you're unsophisticated and always play it safe (although if you're squeamish about raw fish, it would still be better than ordering something you gag on).
Are any of the higher ups, actually japanese (it could make a difference).
I'm not saying the dinner itself is a test, but impressions will still matter. You want to appear confident, comfortable, decisive and assertive (yet not cocky or overconfident) - not only in your communication, but also with the menu.
Some people will say I'm reading too much into the invite, but I've seen it turn out that way many times. The invite may not even be intentionally a test, but impressions will still count.
I have to agree with Kaplods, it's more important that you make a good first impression then stick to your weight watchers points. I love sushi and eat it every week..it's actually a really light healthy meal if you stay away from tempura and mayo. Seaweed salad a miso soup are really healthy. Watch your portions and you'll be fine. Good Luck!
I think it's much more important to focus on making a good impression than making your choices based on your diet.
Order a californial roll, and they may assume you're unsophisticated and always play it safe (although if you're squeamish about raw fish, it would still be better than ordering something you gag on).
Are any of the higher ups, actually japanese (it could make a difference).
I'm not saying the dinner itself is a test, but impressions will still matter. You want to appear confident, comfortable, decisive and assertive (yet not cocky or overconfident) - not only in your communication, but also with the menu.
Some people will say I'm reading too much into the invite, but I've seen it turn out that way many times. The invite may not even be intentionally a test, but impressions will still count.
I am the same way! I read into everything!! I am fearless with food! So I am going risky!!
I did some digging and found the menu on Urban Spoon, so I am sooo figuring out ahead of time! Thanks for all the advice! I'll let you guys know how it goes. It's Saturday evening.
Sushi=Promotion?
