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Upcoming Workshops
Our educational fermentation classes are designed to teach you the history, ingredients and processes for preparing various fermented products. Click on the workshop titles to learn more.
August 2024 Ohio Workshop Tour
August 2024 Ohio Workshop Tour
Fermented Beverage Workshops
ON THE ROAD
August 22-27, IN-PERSON
* Click on each workshop below for full event details and registration information *
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Kombucha & Wild Soda Workshop
at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers, Youngstown, OH
6:30 – 8:00pm EST, IN-PERSON EVENT
Friday, August 23, 2024
Wild Sodas
at Secrest Arboretum Welcome and Education Center, Wooster, OH
6:30 – 8:30pm EST, IN-PERSON EVENT
Saturday, August 24, 2024
From Kombucha to Wild Fermented Soda
at Holden Arboretum, Reinberger Classroom, Kirtland, OH
1:00 – 3:30pm EST, IN-PERSON EVENT
Monday, August 26, 2024
From Kombucha to Wild Fermented Soda
at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, AEP Foundation Education Pavillion, Columbus, OH
6:00 – 8:00pm EST, IN-PERSON EVENT
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Drinking the Landscape Through Wild-Fermented Sodas
at Dawes Arboretum, Newark, OH
5:00 – 7:00pm EST, IN-PERSON EVENT
* Click on each workshop above for full event details and registration information *
Recent Blog Posts
Our blog articles are meant to provide inspiration, reminders, and educational tips for fermenters of any skill level. Click on a title below to read the full article.
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WORKSHOPS
What We Teach
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Vegetable
Ferments
Learn the basics of making sauerkraut, kimchi and lacto-fermented pickles, as well as chutneys, sauces, and vinegar. These are great introductory topics to the world of fermentation. You will also learn about the cultural and historical significance of these products.
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Koji, Miso
& Tempeh
The world of mold-based fermentation is vast and significant in cultures across Asia. These workshops pull from Trevor’s experience working for a commercial miso company and highlight how fermentation can be used to break down indigestible ingredients and create incredible flavors.
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Fermented
Beverages
Fermented beverages come in many forms and flavors: kombucha, tibicos, wild soda, cider, mead, and country wine. Workshops within these topics instruct on the simple processes and equipment you need to begin fermenting beverages at home from just a few ingredients.
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Vegetable
Ferments
Learn the basics of making sauerkraut, kimchi and lacto-fermented pickles. These are great introductory topics to the world of fermentation. You will also learn about the cultural and historical significance of these products.
::
Fermented
Beverages
Fermented beverages come in many forms and flavors: kombucha, tibicos, wild soda, cider, mead, and country wine. Workshops within these topics instruct on the simple processes and equipment you need to begin fermenting beverages at home from just a few ingredients.
::
Koji, Miso
& Tempeh
The world of mold-based fermentation is vast and significant in cultures across Asia. These workshops pull from Trevor’s experience working for a commercial miso company and highlight how fermentation can be used to break down indigestible ingredients and create incredible flavors.
Since 2014
About
Community Cultures aims to bring people together and connect them to the wonders of fermentation. Our goal is to make fermentation education accessible for all by emphasizing simple, affordable practices and techniques that don’t require special equipment. By teaching the essential role that microbes play in our lives, we can help you realize the magical potential of our food to transform us and the broader food system.
Since 2014
About
Community Cultures aims to bring people together and connect them to the wonders of fermentation. Our goal is to make fermentation education accessible for all by emphasizing simple, affordable practices and techniques that don’t require special equipment. By teaching the essential role that microbes play in our lives, we can help you realize the magical potential of our food to transform us and the broader food system.
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Colleagues & Mentors
Testimonials
Kind Words
Reviews
“Great instructor – he made the process seem accessible and not too hard.”
“Trevor teaches so well, he makes it so easy to do.”
“Enthusiastic instructor, fun, informative.”
“Friendly, passionate, knowledgeable.”
“Very easy to follow and not overwhelming at all.”
“Interactivity was great. Very organized and beautiful set up.”
“Very clear instruction and lots of other great info on fermentation in general.”