Cucumber and herb spears with parsley, dill, celery leaf, or coriander
Fresh cucumber spears ferment with parsley, dill, celery leaf, or coriander in a simple salt brine. Crisp, aromatic, and lightly tangy, this flexible summer ferment is perfect for salads, sandwiches, grain bowls, and mezze-style plates.
Lightly fermented cucumber slices for sandwiches, potato salads, or grain bowls
Thinly sliced cucumbers ferment quickly in a light dill and garlic brine, creating a crisp, gently tangy topping for sandwiches, potato salads, grain bowls, and simple summer meals.
Cherry tomatoes in brine with basil, garlic, and black pepper
Firm cherry tomatoes ferment briefly in a basil, garlic, and black pepper brine, creating a juicy, lightly tangy summer ferment for salads, toast, cheese plates, grain bowls, and mezze-style meals.
Berry and herb sparkling drink with mint, basil, or lemon balm
A gently sparkling berry and herb drink made with fresh berries, mint, basil, or lemon balm, and an active ginger bug starter. Fruity, fragrant, and lightly fizzy, it is a refreshing short ferment for summer.
Dill fermented cucumbers with garlic, dill seed, and a 3–5% brine
Crisp, tangy, and full of fresh dill flavour, these dill fermented cucumbers are a classic summer ferment. Garlic and dill seed add depth, while a clean 3–5% brine creates the right environment for natural fermentation.
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HealthFerm conference on plant-based fermented foods
HealthFerm conference showcases advancements in plant-based fermented foods, fostering science-industry-policy collaborations for sustainable food innovation.
Fermentation is becoming part of Europe’s future food strategy
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Fermented coconut milk yoghurt
Coconut milk can be fermented into a creamy, tangy yoghurt-style dairy-free ferment using live cultures, gentle warmth, and a little sugar to support microbial activity. Because coconut milk behaves differently from dairy milk, a small amount of thickener helps create a smooth, spoonable texture.
Fermented cabbage & carrot melt sandwich with cheese, mustard, and crisp bread
A warm, crisp sandwich filled with melted cheese and tangy fermented cabbage and carrot. The ferment cuts through the richness of the cheese, adding brightness, crunch, and depth to a simple but deeply satisfying toastie.