SCOBY is a vital ingredient in the world of fermentation, particularly in crafting the beloved probiotic-rich beverage, kombucha. With its unique blend of microorganisms, SCOBY can transform your sweet tea into a tangy and enjoyable drink. However, for home cooks and...
Traditionally, kombucha has been one of the main sources of SCOBY cultivation. But many times, it becomes necessary to grow SCOBY without kombucha, especially when the ingredients for kombucha are missing. So, this brings home cooks to a widely asked question- can you...
Fermentation is one of the most famously-used methods of brewing or creating a range of delicious dishes. In the complex process of fermentation, airlocks play a key role. These tools are crucial for maintaining controlled conditions of chemical changes. But a common...
Adding spices to your ferments can indeed enhance the flavour. However, you might be hesitant to do so, worrying that this will discourage the fermentation process. In this blog, I am going to discuss whether you should be mindful of adding spices to your ferments....
If you have been making your kefir at home, you are well aware that kefir is made using kefir grains. You might be wondering whether making kefir without kefir grains is possible. You are in a great place as I asked myself the same question, so I researched this for...
