James Worthington

If you’ve ever wondered how people baked bread before commercial yeast packets lined supermarket shelves, you’re not alone. The secret? Wild yeast. And here’s the good news: you can make delicious, airy, flavourful bread using no yeast at all—just flour, water, time, and a bit of know-how. This approach to wild yeast fermentation is more Read More

Fermenting at home is a rewarding way to explore new flavours, preserve food, and promote gut health. Having a dedicated home fermentation setup makes the process easier, more organised, and enjoyable. This guide walks you through how to design a DIY ferment kitchen, offers practical ideas to organise your beginner fermenter space, and gives expert Read More

Ever wish there were a fizzy drink that was good for your gut, easy to make, and totally customisable? Say hello to water kefir—a slightly sweet, naturally carbonated beverage that’s packed with probiotics and made using just water, sugar, and live cultures. Unlike dairy-based kefir, sugar water kefir is vegan-friendly, caffeine-free, and remarkably simple to Read More

Picture this: It’s winter. Everyone around you is sniffling, sneezing, and coughing. You, however, are sipping herbal tea and reaching for a golden jar on your shelf. Inside? A humble yet potent remedy – fermented garlic in honey. This naturally sweet, slightly tangy elixir has long been cherished in folk traditions as a homemade immune Read More

Fermentation in Africa isn’t just about prolonging shelf life. It’s a sacred art, woven into the daily rhythms of life and deeply embedded in the continent’s culinary traditions. From the tang of Ethiopian injera to the bubbly sweetness of pito beer, fermented foods have shaped African nutrition, social gatherings, and food culture for millennia. In Read More

Let’s face it – onions are already the unsung heroes of the kitchen. They start our stews, flavour our stir-fries, and bring tang to our salads. But have you ever tried them fermented? Imagine biting into a tangy, slightly fizzy onion slice that not only adds zip to your dishes but also helps your gut Read More

Have you ever craved a fizzy drink that didn’t leave you bloated or buzzing from artificial ingredients? Imagine sipping something naturally bubbly, fruity, and actually good for your gut. Welcome to the world of sparkling fermented fruit sodas—the healthy soda alternative your body and taste buds will both adore. These effervescent delights are powered by Read More

Fermenting at home is fun, rewarding, and surprisingly easy. But nothing is more frustrating than spotting mould on your carefully prepared vegetables or drinks. The good news? With a few simple steps, you can confidently avoid mould fermentation disasters. This guide offers essential safe fermenting practices and expert-approved clean fermentation tips to help your ferments Read More

When most people think of kimchi, the image that pops to mind is a vibrant red pile of fermented napa cabbage with a punch of chilli, garlic, and tang. And while that version is beloved for good reason, it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Korean cuisine boasts over 200 documented varieties of kimchi—made from Read More