Nourish & Nurture: A weekend of food, wellbeing and sustainable living

Set across two days, within the contemporary community venue Storey’s Field Centre, Nourish & Nurture will bring together a curated mix of yoga and wellbeing sessions, fermentation and practical food workshops, expert-led health and sustainability talks, and local producer food stalls.

Featuring inspiring global leaders including Sandor Ellis Katz, Rachel de Thample and Rowen Halstead – with more speakers to be revealed soon!

Come and explore, learn, unwind, and connect. This weekend is designed to spark curiosity, support your wellbeing, and leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.

Book your place: choose individual session tickets or enjoy the full experience with our day passes.

We’re thrilled to announce Sandor Ellis Katz, Rowen Halstead and Rachel de Thample will be joining Nourish & Nurture 2026, bringing together some of the most exciting voices in fermentation, food and sustainable living.

Sandor Ellis Katz will lead the UK’s biggest hands-on fermentation workshop - from beginners to advanced fermenters.

Described by the Financial Times as "the godfather of fermentation" and profiled everywhere from The Guardian to The New Yorker, Sandor Katz is the most influential figure in contemporary fermentation.

Learn directly from Sandor, author of The Art of Fermentation and Wild Fermentation, as he shares his expert tips and stories that have inspired millions. Sandor will also be speaking on our expert panels and signing books.

Alongside Sandor, Rowen Halstead and Rachel de Thample will share their deep knowledge of food, flavour, fermentation and sustainable living through talks, panels and practical sessions across the weekend.

Catalina Brumann is the founder of the Nourish & Nurture weekend and FermenTABLE. Through FermenTABLE, she runs workshops, delivers speaking events about the health benefits of fermentation, and develops delicious recipes. Catalina has been fermenting food for more than 20 years. She believes in the benefits that a healthy diet does to support the immune system, and she wants to help raise awareness of sustainability, zero waste and good gut health through fermenting food.

Info: Start your day with meaningful connections and nourishing food in the welcome space.

Info: Indulge in local produce from our Nourish & Nurture market, and pick up signed copies from featured authors.

Info: Join world-renowned experts, including the "godfather of fermentation" Sandor Katz, for a fresh, evidence-led look at fermentation. Together, they’ll unpack what fermented foods really do for our gut, our health and our food systems. Expect fascinating insights, practical takeaways and an honest conversation about why fermentation has stood the test of time.

Info: Join our expert panel for an energising conversation about how the food we eat shapes our wellbeing - and our world. Together, they’ll explore the science behind food and mood, the impact of our choices on planetary health, and practical ways to nourish ourselves more sustainably.

Info: An intimate evening inside the historic halls of King’s College for a one-of-a-kind dining experience with Sandor Katz. Enjoy a beautifully crafted menu, thoughtful conversation, and the chance to share a meal with the experts shaping how we eat and live well.

Info: Start your day with meaningful connections and nourishing food in the welcome space.

Info: Join our midlife health specialist, Amanda Ryder from Amanda Ryder Nutrition, for a clear, practical conversation about menopause. We’ll look at what’s happening in the body, how nutrition and lifestyle can support key symptoms, and which changes actually make a difference day to day.

Info: Join the "godfather of fermentation" Sandor Katz for an engaging conversation about the art, science, and culture of fermented foods. From gut health to culinary creativity, Sandor shares insights from decades of hands-on experience, exploring how fermentation can enrich both our plates and our lives. Expect practical tips, fascinating stories, and a chance to hear directly from one of the world’s leading voices in fermentation.

Info: Enjoy a grounding breathing and meditation session designed to calm the mind, reset the nervous system, and reconnect you with the present moment. Perfect whether you’re new to meditation or already familiar with breathwork.

Info: Join fermentation expert Sandor Katz to learn the science behind kombucha, how to safely brew your own at home, and the small tweaks that make a big difference to flavour and gut health. Leave with your own bubbling brew and the confidence to keep it going.

Info: Join us for a calm, accessible yoga session - a gentle flow paired with breathwork and mindfulness to help you ground, reset, and reconnect with body and mind. Designed for all levels, this session will leave you feeling calmer, more balanced, and refreshed - a quiet pause in the weekend’s rhythm.

Info: Relax, unwind, and let soothing vibrations wash over you in a meditative sound bath.

Info: Dive into the art and science of fermentation with Sandor Katz. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to craft seasonal fermented foods and drinks, focusing on kimchi and other gut-friendly creations. Discover practical techniques, flavour tips, and the science behind the microbes that make fermentation so powerful, leaving you confident to bring these nourishing foods into your own kitchen.

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