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Pickling & Preserving Workshop

Pickling & Preserving Workshop

When

Thursday, 5 June 2025    
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Bookings

Bookings closed

Where

Hands of Hope
Hands of Hope, Hope Farm Community Garden, Moor Hill, Hawkhurst, Kent, TN18 4QB

Event Type

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Unlock the Magic of Pickling & Preserving  with Penny: From Plot To Pantry!

Join Penny, a passionate advocate for traditional preserving skills, for a delightful workshop that will transform your relationship with food. Discover the joy of pickling, bottling, and fermenting, and learn how to capture the essence of summer’s bounty to enjoy throughout the year.

Penny will share her personal journey of foraging, growing, and preserving, inspiring you to build your own thriving pantry. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn:

  • The Art of Pickling: Craft your own jar of delectable pickles, ready to take home and savor.
  • Essential Equipment and Sterilization: Gain the confidence to preserve safely and effectively.
  • Water Bath Mastery: Learn the secrets to creating perfectly sealed jars for long-term storage.
  • Flavor Balancing: Discover the perfect harmony of herbs, vinegar, salt, and sugar for irresistible pickles.
  • Fermentation Fundamentals: Explore the world of salt ferments and create your own fiery fermented hot chili sauce.

Penny will share her cherished recipes for pickling everything from crisp cucumbers and vibrant beetroot to fiery chillies and tender courgettes. Say goodbye to wasted harvests and hello to a pantry brimming with homemade goodness! Join us and embark on a journey of culinary self-sufficiency.”

Bookings

Bookings are now closed for this event.

Cancellation Policy
Sadly we don’t accept cancellations but do understand that sometimes things might come up. So, we will keep your ticket and offer you a place for any future workshop on a first-served basis.

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