One of the oldest food preparation techniques known to man is back. At a recent Science on Tap event at National Mechanics restaurant in Philadelphia, scientists and interested participants gathered ...

Wild Fermentation (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2003) by Sandor Ellix Katz explores the variety of dishes that can be made via fermentation. This excerpt comes from chapter 9, “Fermented-Grain Porridges ...

Making kombucha at home is one of those old-fashioned kitchen projects that feels both practical and satisfying. I love being ...

The foods she made every fall turn out to be smarter than anyone realized.

Between fad diets, workout routines and an ever-growing list of supplements, Americans are looking for the best way to take control of their health. Registered Dietician Laura Buxenbaum, of the Dairy ...

Inspired by his Southern childhood, Kevin West presents 220 sweet and savory recipes for jams, pickles, cocktails and more in Saving the Season (Knopf, 2013). From the novice to the professional, ...

Fermented foods are packed with amazing health benefits, especially for gut health. Adding fermented food recipes to your diet is a great way to boost your intake of probiotic foods, which are known ...

PRESERVING THE HARVEST: A simple mixture of fresh vegetables, salt and time can yield delicious fermented results. The kitchen of Janelle Lucido-Conate’s West Asheville home is literally bubbling with ...

While writing my book, Our Fermented Lives: A History of How Fermentation Has Shaped Cultures and Communities, I took a deep dive into my bookshelf, drawing inspiration and knowledge from the best of ...