How to make sauerkraut – including a recipe
How to make sauerkraut: recipe and everything about fermentation Category: Fermentation Making sauerkraut is one of the easiest things you can do in the kitchen. All you need is cabbage, salt, and a jar. But how much salt? How long does it take? And why does a [...]
How to make kombucha at home: the complete guide
Kombucha is a tangy, slightly fizzy drink made from fermented tea. Learn how to brew it at home step by step, with a SCOBY, without one, and with your own flavour combinations like ginger kombucha
Fermented food: is it healthy? The honest story
Is fermented food healthy? We look at what science actually says: what is proven, what is likely, and what is still uncertain. Plus tips for getting started yourself.
Which coagulant should you use to make tofu at home? The three main options compared
Which tofu coagulant is best? We compare calcium sulfate, nigari and GDL: dosages, texture, flavour and when to use each one.
How to make cheese (including a recipe)
How do you make cheese? In this blog post we will teach you the basics of cheese making, including a recipe for your first Gouda style cheese!
How to make your own real fermented pickles
Learn how to make your own crunchy fermented pickles. Easy recipe with tips, variations, and answers to common questions.
How to Ferment Vegetables: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the simple art of vegetable fermentation. This guide covers the science, the right salt ratio, and includes an easy sauerkraut recipe to start your first successful ferment today.
Making your own Dutch Rookworst
In Dutch cuisine, there is one type of sausage that everyone knows: the typical Dutch ‘Rookworst’, which literally translate to ‘smoked sausage’. But what really makes a smoked sausage a true ‘Rookworst’, and how can you make it yourself?
Making dry cured sausages at home – step by step
Dry-cured sausages are a culinary delight that can be enjoyed in various dishes or as a flavorful snack. This ancient preservation technique involves using salt, spices, fermentation and time to create delicious, shelf-stable sausages bursting with intense flavors.
Making your own grill sausage – recipe (both chicken and pork)
Who doesn't love the typical Dutch grill sausage? Everyone, right? And rightfully so, a slice of grill sausage is always delicious. As with everything, making your own is more fun AND tastier. Moreover, making your own grill sausage is not at all difficult. You don't need many ingredients for it [...]
How can I make my homemade sausages “perfect”?
What is a perfect sausage? Some people may prefer a spicy sausage, while others may prefer a milder flavor. Some people may prefer a dense, meaty texture, while others may prefer a lighter, juicier sausage. But a fresh sausage should always have a tender, juicy texture with a balance of [...]
Using a horse needle to test the quality of your charcuterie
With the hot summer (almost) behind us, it is time to process the harvest. Autumn is the perfect time to celebrate the efforts of a year and prepare for a freezing cold and cozy winter. Autumn What characterizes autumn? Soup instead of salad, picking apples for cider and acorns for [...]
How to make sauerkraut – including a recipe
How to make sauerkraut: recipe and everything about fermentation Category: Fermentation Making sauerkraut is one of the easiest things you can do in the kitchen. All you need is cabbage, salt, and a jar. But how much salt? How long does it take? And why does a [...]
How to make kombucha at home: the complete guide
Kombucha is a tangy, slightly fizzy drink made from fermented tea. Learn how to brew it at home step by step, with a SCOBY, without one, and with your own flavour combinations like ginger kombucha
Fermented food: is it healthy? The honest story
Is fermented food healthy? We look at what science actually says: what is proven, what is likely, and what is still uncertain. Plus tips for getting started yourself.
Which coagulant should you use to make tofu at home? The three main options compared
Which tofu coagulant is best? We compare calcium sulfate, nigari and GDL: dosages, texture, flavour and when to use each one.
How to make cheese (including a recipe)
How do you make cheese? In this blog post we will teach you the basics of cheese making, including a recipe for your first Gouda style cheese!
How to make your own real fermented pickles
Learn how to make your own crunchy fermented pickles. Easy recipe with tips, variations, and answers to common questions.
How to Ferment Vegetables: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the simple art of vegetable fermentation. This guide covers the science, the right salt ratio, and includes an easy sauerkraut recipe to start your first successful ferment today.