Fermented Foods for Health | Sheaf Street Health Store
Cultural Experiences
Fermented Foods for Health: A Hands-on Introduction
Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring the health benefits and delicious possibilities of fermented foods! Learn to make your own vibrant sauerkraut and take home your own handmade ferment.
Saturday 4
th
October 2025
2pm – 4pm
For ages 16+
What’s Included
Ingredients to make your own sauerkraut.
Friendly interactive environment.
Printed recipe and fermentation guide.
Q&A session with Derek & Carmelita.
Range of ferments to taste.
Please bring:
A large mixing bowl
A sealable glass jar (750–1,000ml)
A chopping board
A kitchen mandoline (optional)
What You’ll Learn and Experience
Why Fermented Foods Matter
Discover how fermented foods support gut health, boost immunity, and contribute to overall wellbeing.
Global Traditions of Fermentation
Explore the rich history and diverse cultural uses of fermented foods from around the world.
Flavour & Function
Learn how fermentation can add depth, tang, and complexity to everyday meals.
Fermenting Made Simple
See just how easy it is to make fermented foods at home with minimal equipment.
Hands-On Sauerkraut Making
Roll up your sleeves and create your own vibrant, fermented vegetable sauerkraut to take home and enjoy.
This workshop is interactive and practical, with a strong focus on hands-on learning. Because each participant will be making their own ferment, spaces are limited to ensure a relaxed and supportive environment.
Meet Your Hosts – Derek & Carmelita Egan
This workshop is led by Derek & Carmelita Egan, founders of Body & Soul, a wellness initiative dedicated to helping people live long, active, and fulfilling lives— as free from preventable disease as possible.
At Body & Soul, we believe that vibrant health begins with what we eat. Fermented foods are a powerful part of a nourishing diet, backed by science for their ability to support the immune system and enhance overall wellbeing.
In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the fundamentals of fermentation, gain practical skills to make your own fermented foods at home, and leave with a jar of your very own colourful sauerkraut. Whether you're new to fermentation or looking to deepen your knowledge, this workshop is your gateway to a healthier, tastier lifestyle.
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