Fermented Pickles Workshop — Hands-On Fermentation Class

Schedule

Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

New Harbor Community Church | Benicia, CA

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Learn to make traditional, probiotic-rich pickles — no vinegar required. Includes hands-on instruction + your own jar to take home.
About this Event

Fermented Pickles Workshop — Benicia Fermentory

Discover how real pickles are made — using salt, time, and beneficial microbes.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of lactic acid fermentation while creating your own batch of crunchy, probiotic-rich pickles to take home.

No vinegar. No shortcuts. Just traditional fermentation.


Reserve Your Spot

Spots are intentionally limited to keep the class hands-on and interactive.

👉 Register : https://beniciafermentory.com/product/traditional-fermented-pickles


What You’ll Learn
  • The science behind fermentation (in a way that actually makes sense)
  • How to safely ferment vegetables at home
  • The exact salt ratios for consistent results
  • How to troubleshoot common issues (mold, softness, etc.)

What’s Included
  • Hands-on instruction (beginner-friendly)
  • Your own jar of fermented pickles to take home
  • Step-by-step recipe + guide
  • Tips for flavor variations and future batches

About Your Instructor

This workshop is led by Kelsey Bye, founder of Benicia Fermentory.

Kelsey teaches fermentation through a practical, approachable lens — blending food, science, and tradition to help people confidently start fermenting at home.


Location

Benicia, CA
(Hosted at New Harbor Community Church)


Reserve Your Spot

Spots are limited to keep the class hands-on and interactive.

👉 Register : https://beniciafermentory.com/product/traditional-fermented-pickles


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Where is it happening?

New Harbor Community Church, 4858 East 2nd Street, Benicia, United States

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