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In the late summer and fall, it is common to see various plums falling from trees. Learn how to turn these mature fruits (and apricots, peaches, nectarines, etc.) into a delectable healthy drink in this hands-on class where you will taste some drinking vinegar (a.k.a. Shrub) as well as make your own to take home. You will receive some recipes/ideas for flavor combinations to help you start making this versatile affordable elixir.
Ana Brinson became interested in fermenting as a child. Her dad made sauerkraut which she loved to eat. She created a business in Costa Rica making and selling fermented vegetables, ginger beers and kombucha. She loves to cook and invent and share her knowledge of healthy eating. She’s at her happiest when her kitchen is a science lab.
Our Co-op Community Classes program has a long and exciting history; we've had a plethora of learning partners over the years, the Free School, GRUB, the Fertile Ground, and more. Many of our classes focus on basic kitchen skills, often paired with a solid education in a particular kind of food: hearty greens, fermented foods, international delicacies, pies, etc. We also feature classes on gardening, personal health, sustainable living, and social justice. Classes are geared towards beginners, with no assumption of prior knowledge, often packed with specific projects appealing to those with more experience.
At the heart of all of our programming is the spirit of generosity. Our classes are led by Olympia Food Co-op working members, staff and community members who want to share their excitement and knowledge with you. Consider sharing your expertise with your community through a Co-op Community Class. Our classrooms are a place to experiment, to explore, and to try something new in a supportive environment. They are a great place to network and meet others in your community who share your interests.
