Preserve The Bounty - A Comprehensive Guide To Food Preservation

Interactive lecture that covers the five primary food preservation techniques every gardener should understand. Discover how to preserve the bounty in this fun, interactive food preservation course and identify the five primary food preservation techniques that every gardener should understand. Learn the basics of lacto-fermentation, cellaring, freezing, canning (water-bath and pressure) and dehydration. Discuss the benefits and challenges of each technique, equipment needed and best practices for food safety. Throughout the class, taste a variety of locally grown, preserved products.

Price: $64, $59 member

Location: York Street

Instructor: Jenny Cavanaugh

Jenny is the owner of Denver Kitchen Gardens, a local garden consultant and food preservation teacher. Jenny has more than a decade of experience growing food in an urban setting and a passion for preserving the harvest so she can enjoy food from the garden all year round. Jenny is a Certified Colorado Gardener and is Colorado Cottage Food Safety certified.