Exploring fermentation with koji: an ancient fungi used to make miso, soy sauce, and sake

  • January 5, 2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Mill Valley Community Center

    180 Camino Alto
    Mill Valley, California 94941
Ticket Price $45.00 Register Now
Description

We will first learn what koji is, its historical significance in food preservation, and dive deep into fermentation with our own hands. We will all roll up our sleeves and ferment a miso made with koji, Rancho Gordo beans, and a seasonal vegetable. Everyone will take home a 6 oz jar of the seasonal miso that will continue to ferment over time, and the knowledge to ferment something else on their own in the future.

 

This class is taught by Eleana Hsu of Shared Cultures, a small batch producer in San Francisco specializing in koji. Inspired by traditional fermentation methods, and the bounty of Northern California, Eleana Hsu and her partner Kevin Gondo are creating farm-to-jar misos, shoyus, and umami seasonings. Their handcrafted small-batch approach has earned them a dedicated following, cherished by Michelin-starred chefs and home cooks alike. Each batch is bursting with flavors you've never experienced before, making their products a culinary adventure like no other.

www.shared-cultures.com 

Date & Time

Sun, Jan 5, 2025 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Venue Details

Mill Valley Community Center

180 Camino Alto
Mill Valley, California 94941 Mill Valley Community Center
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