Photos from a Time to Get Spicy class. Click to see larger versions.
Fun with Fermentation
A 2-hour informative and fun class on lacto-fermentation.
During an informative presentation at the beginning of the class, Cinda will share with you the history of fermentation, how and why it works, the equipment needed, and ingredients for successful fermentation projects.
Then we move to the kitchen for the hands-on portion where you will be guided in the creation your own fermenting jars, one with cabbage (sauerkraut) and one with carrots (eskabeche), that you will take home, ferment on your counter and enjoy. You will learn two different air lock techniques and also be able to flavor your creations to your liking. After a week or so at home, you’ll have your own tasty and healthy sauerkraut and spiced carrot pickles.
Each class is limited to 6 participants. Bring your own apron or use one of ours. Closed toe shoes are recommended.
$40 / person
Time to Get Spicy
In this 2-hour class you will learn to water-bath and steam can some tasty salsa.
During an informative presentation at the beginning of the class, Cinda will share with you important techniques so you can safely can using either water-bath and steam canning techniques.
Then we move to the kitchen for the hands-on portion where you will be guided in making and canning both a tomato salsa and peach salsa. Each person attending will take home and enjoy the two jars each of the different salsas they helped make. These make great homemade gifts!
Each class is limited to 6 participants. Bring your own apron or use one of ours. Closed toe shoes are recommended.
$40 / person
Cheering for Cherries
Cherries are one of the first stone fruits of the season and the cherries in our area are worth preserving. At this 2-hour class, we will cover the basics of water-bath and steam canning as we make two delectable products that you will take home with you.
During an informative presentation at the beginning of the class, Cinda will share with you important techniques so you can safely can using either water-bath and steam canning.
When we move to the kitchen for the hands-on portion, you will be guided in making and canning both a low sugar Chocolate Cherry Preserves (spectacular on ice cream or cheesecake.) Then we team the cherries with onions and spices to become Cherry Chutney (wonderful with pork or ona cheese platter.) We will also cover basic dehydration and you will get tips on making a great fruit leather perfect for hiking and backpacking.
Each class is limited to 6 participants. Bring your own apron or use one of ours. Closed toe shoes are recommended.
$40 / person
Covid-19 update
At Preserving Techniques, health and safety a priority in everything we do. We believe, based on information from the CDC and local authorities, that we are nearing the point where we can begin offering classes once again! YEAH! Please sign up on our Contact Page and be the first to know when classes start back up again.
If you have any questions with regards to safe food preservation, or if you have ideas for classes, please feel free to contact me via phone, text or email.
Stay safe. And as always, WASH YOUR HANDS!
Cinda Webb
970-462-7252 voice/text
cinda@preservingtechniques.com
canning resources
With more time at home these days, you can find useful links to approved recipes and food preservation resources on our resource page
Upcoming Classes
a few details...
All of our classes are designed for adults and are hands-on with the use of knives and a hot stove. Children aged 8 to 18 are welcome to attend a class but must register and pay separately and must be accompanied by a paying adult. The adult with a minor in attendance will be expected to supervise the child who is attending with them.
Attire: Bring your own apron or you can use one of ours. All attendees should wear practical work clothes and shoes. For your safety, we ask that you do not wear sandals.
Cancellations: Most classes can only accommodate six individuals. As classes fill up, we will be adding people to a waiting list. We ask for a 7-day notice if you are unable to attend so that we can fill your spot with someone from our waiting list. Thank you.