Overview
Fermented foods may have an ancient history but they are experiencing something of a renaissance right now. Holly Davis shows us it's easy to incorporate some homemade fermented foods in your lifestyle, if you know how.
''This brilliant book will take you safely on many culinary adventures.''
FERGUS HENDERSON
''With Holly''s guidance and inspiration, you can become part of the fermentation revival.''
SANDOR ELLIX KATZ
''The most useful and practical guide to the magical art of fermenting.''
JAiMEE EDWARDS, CORNERSMITH What does your favourite farmhouse cheese have in common with crusty sourdough bread, a glass of sparkling ginger beer or a bowl of marinated olives? The answer is each is a product of fermentation, a process that harnesses good bacteria in order to preserve ingredients and transform them into uniquely delicious foods with remarkable health benefits.
Thanks to an increasing awareness of the crucial role probiotic-rich foods play in our wellbeing, the ancient art of fermentation is experiencing a renaissance. Add to this the joy, ease and economy of making fermented foods at home, and it''s no wonder we are scrunching, pickling and bottling our way to better gut health and a deeper connection with our food.
With this extensive collection, wholefood pioneer Holly Davis shares familiar and lesser-known recipes, as well as the wisdom and experience accumulated over 40 years of teaching fermentation techniques around the world. Her gentle and thorough guidance guarantees you will find a place in your home for one or more ferments that make your heart and stomach sing.
FERGUS HENDERSON
''With Holly''s guidance and inspiration, you can become part of the fermentation revival.''
SANDOR ELLIX KATZ
''The most useful and practical guide to the magical art of fermenting.''
JAiMEE EDWARDS, CORNERSMITH What does your favourite farmhouse cheese have in common with crusty sourdough bread, a glass of sparkling ginger beer or a bowl of marinated olives? The answer is each is a product of fermentation, a process that harnesses good bacteria in order to preserve ingredients and transform them into uniquely delicious foods with remarkable health benefits.
Thanks to an increasing awareness of the crucial role probiotic-rich foods play in our wellbeing, the ancient art of fermentation is experiencing a renaissance. Add to this the joy, ease and economy of making fermented foods at home, and it''s no wonder we are scrunching, pickling and bottling our way to better gut health and a deeper connection with our food.
With this extensive collection, wholefood pioneer Holly Davis shares familiar and lesser-known recipes, as well as the wisdom and experience accumulated over 40 years of teaching fermentation techniques around the world. Her gentle and thorough guidance guarantees you will find a place in your home for one or more ferments that make your heart and stomach sing.
- | Author: Holly Davis
- | Publisher: Murdoch Books
- | Publication Date: Oct 05, 2017
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- | Binding: Hardback
- | ISBN-13: 9781743368688
- | ISBN-10: 1743368682
