"A writer, brewer and fermentation enthusiast chronicles his year spent drinking and eating only products that had been created by microbes, becoming the living embodiment of the cultural and nutritional power of fermentation,"--NoveList.

"Bestselling author Sandor Katz-an "unlikely rock star of the American food scene" (New York Times)-delivers a mesmerizing treatise on the meaning of fermentation alongside his awe-inspiring photography of this transformative process, teaching us with words and images about ourselves, our culture, and being human. In 2012, Sandor Ellix Katz published The Art of Fermentation, which quickly became the bible for foodies around the world, a runaway bestseller,...

"Learn how to choose and prepare only the best, freshest ingredients for all your kitchen fermenting projects with Real Food Fermentation! Learn how to make tasty foods including kimchi, yogurt, and sauerkraut. Fermentation is one of the earliest forms of natural food preservation, and without it, our beloved vegetables, fruits, grains, and milk would be heaps of moldy abundance after the harvest. Learn how to turn simple ingredients into health goldmines...

"[M]ore than a mere cookbook . . . a solid volume of science and cookery that offers a wealth of information for those looking to improve their health." —Library Journal
Fermented foods have shown to be beneficial for a number of health conditions including candida overgrowth, IBS and digestive difficulties, sugar/carb cravings, and other inflammatory disorders. What's more, science is starting to show that our modern lifestyle...

The idea of fermenting vegetables at home can be intimidating, but learning a few basic concepts will make it easier. Feifer shows you how to create traditional fermented food at home, using only simple ingredients and a little time.

"Los alimentos fermentados son una deliciosa y abundante fuente de nutrientes. Muchas de las bebidas y de los alimentos que solemos tomar con frecuencia, como el vino, la cerveza, el queso, el pan o el yogur, o productos que forman parte de las tradiciones culinarias de distintos países pero que se han ido incorporando a la alimentación general, como el chucrut, el corned beef o el kimchi, son todos ellos fruto de un proceso de fermentación. Además...

Fermentation is an ancient way of preserving food as an aid to digestion, but the centralization of modern foods has made it less popular. Katz introduces a new generation to the flavors and health benefits of fermented foods. Since the first publication of the title in 2003 he has offered a fresh perspective through a continued exploration of world food traditions, and this revised edition benefits from his enthusiasm and travels.

"In this delightful, beautifully photographed tour of France, England, and Italy, YouTube star Katie Quinn shares the stories and science behind everyone's fermented faves--bread, cheese, and wine--along with classic recipes"-- They are some of humanity's most ancient and essential foods, as well as much-beloved staples of a great dinner party. And cheese, wine and bread all develop their complex flavors through the process of fermentation. Take...

The author shares her traveling experiences on her "Fermentation Bus," and provides recipes for such items as coconut kefir, amazake, raw soft cheese, and fermented green tea salad.