Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
For the more hardcore DIY enthusiast in your life, here's a selection of tools that are sure to make them squeal with glee when they see them under the tree.
Feeling sugared out from holiday treats? Looking to preserve the last of the harvest? Try this easy, stomach balancing fermentation to carry you and your family through the bitter winter.
Water kefir is easy to make and is a great substitution for soda. Fizzy, refreshing, and low-sugar, the flavor options are limitless. Kids (big and little) will love it!
Milk kefir and kefir cream are probiotic beverages that have been cultured using kefir grains. Very easy to make and yields a tangy, yogurt-style beverage. Great in smoothies, over fresh fruit, salad dressings, and ice cream.
On a lovely fall day a few weeks ago, my friends and I made a big batch of cider. I’m fascinated with preserving food by making booze. I find cider particularly interesting because after the prep, the yeast does all the work for you.
