Fermentation: River Cottage Handbook No.18

Rachel de Thample's Fermentation has completely transformed my approach to food, profoundly influencing my understanding of its relationship with my body and the planet. This exceptional book covers the essentials of fermentation with comprehensive sections on Vegetables, Fruit, Drinks, Sourdoughs & Batters, and Dairy & Dairy Alternatives.The author's expertise and passion shine through each page, making the complex art of fermentation accessible and enjoyable. Her clear instructions and insightful tips empower both novices and experienced fermenters to explore new culinary horizons. The recipes are practical and diverse, offering a sustainable and health-conscious way to enhance your diet.Fermentation is an invaluable resource that has revolutionized the way in which my family eats. It is a must-have for anyone interested in personal health, environmental sustainability, or simply interesting food.

Plenty of great recipes, Love this book!

Likes: Clear, easy instructions. Delicious sounding recipes for everything from fruit, veg, Kefir, Kombucha and other drinks. No outlandish or expensive ingredients, (or kit!) and very handy tips that are easy to memorise. UK-based directory for sourcing. I have now stopped looking for posh kit and instead use the items in this book-has already saved me a few hundred quid by reading this first.Dislikes: That it isn't 1000 pages long. Ha.Today I started Beetroot Kimchi, honey fermented spiced carrot jam, a traditional kimchi, fermented summer pudding fruits (I'm using frozen fruit) and curried parsnip kraut. It is so simply laid out and you likely already have all the ingredients. This book is in my mind, an absolute essential for new fermenters.

I got onto this book via interest in microbiomes and the health benefits of fermented food, but stayed for the wonderful tastes, fun techniques, and hugely satisfying results. If you've never cooked anything and want to feel more connected to your food, this is a fantastic place to start.

I’m starting out on Fermentation, this book is perfect in every way, and I’m sure good for beginners and more experienced Fermenters.It’s not just a recipe book, but sets out information on the processes involved, equipment needed etc.