Welcome to a world of edible alchemy, where the age-old preservation technique of lacto-fermentation is alive and well. Where fresh vegetables transform throughout the seasons into tangy sauerkrauts, crunchy pickles, and spicy kimchis. It’s a place where sweet teas ferment into sparkling kombucha and seasonal produce is preserved for the weeks and months ahead through the creative art of fermentation.
Dave and Carly Dougherty, the husband and wife team behind Food and Ferments, fell in love with fermentation soon after they met while working together at A Full Plate Cafe in Philadelphia. With roots in farming and food, theirs was a path that quickly led to quarts of sauerkraut and gallons of kombucha fermenting in all corners of their Powelton Village apartment. Their love affair with all things sour hasn’t stopped since. In 2012 they launched Food and Ferments, and became one of the first companies in Philadelphia to offer a wide range of naturally fermented food and drinks.
In the fall of 2014, Food and Ferments relocated to central New York, building a kitchen at Twin Oaks Dairy- an operational organic farm still run by Carly’s family- complete with fertile land, wooded forests, and breathtaking views. They now make their ferments atop a hill on the farm, surrounded by family, pasturing cows, and the occasional visitor. Their vision is one of a hybrid life–days spent shredding cabbage and culturing kombucha in the country, paired with weekends traveling to cities and local towns, selling goods to their fans spanning the east coast from Philadelphia to Upstate New York.
It is their hope that Food and Ferments can play a part in helping to renew and revitalize the time honored food tradition of fermentation, which promotes good health and celebrates culture, on both the microscopic and societal levels.
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- Dairy and Refrigerated, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF220
Beets, Ginger 12/15.5oz
- Thinly sliced organic beets mixed with ginger, garlic and cabbage in probiotic-rich, ruby brine. Tangy and delicious! Great tossed in salads or eaten right from the jar.
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Fire Cider, (Fireside Tonic), Food & Ferments 12/16oz
- Fireside Cider Tonic is a classic folk remedy, full of ingredients known for their immune boosting properties. Crafted with raw, organic apple cider vinegar that research shows boasts antimicrobial properties that have the potential to fight infections. Our Fireside Tonic is infused with organic jalapenos and garlic, as well as ginger, citrus, turmeric, horseradish, hibiscus and more. After it's aged…
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- Dry Grocery and Pantry, Specialty Grocery FNF100
Fire Cider, (Fireside Tonic), Food & Ferments 12/8oz
- Fireside Cider Tonic is a classic folk remedy, full of ingredients known for their immune boosting properties. Crafted with raw, organic apple cider vinegar that research shows boasts antimicrobial properties that have the potential to fight infections. Our Fireside Tonic is infused with organic jalapenos and garlic, as well as ginger, citrus, turmeric, horseradish, hibiscus and more. After it's aged…
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- Dairy and Refrigerated, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF225
Kvass, Beet 12/16oz
- Rarely do we indulge in savory sips. Beet kvass to the rescue! This refreshing tonic blends beets, garlic, and ginger into a tangy and probiotic rich elixir. We recommend a two ounce shot taken in the morning, or whenever your body craves it. Kind of like a beet pickle juice, the history of been kvass goes back to Ukraine, where…
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- Bulk Foods, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF320
Kvass, Beet S/O 4/1gal
- Rarely do we indulge in savory sips. Beet kvass to the rescue! This refreshing tonic blends beets, garlic, and ginger into a tangy and probiotic rich elixir. We recommend a two ounce shot taken in the morning, or whenever your body craves it. Kind of like a beet pickle juice, the history of been kvass goes back to Ukraine, where…
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- Dairy and Refrigerated, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF200
Sauerkraut, Classic 12/15.5oz
- Locally sourced green cabbage, and sea salt: reminding us of a simpler way of life. This tried and true classic equals time travel for your taste buds. Offering mild acidity, light crunch, it's a real crowd pleaser.
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- Dairy and Refrigerated, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF210
Sauerkraut, Hearts on Fire (Jalapeno & Smoked Paprika) 12/15.5oz
- See what all the fuss is about! One of our very favorite ferments. This crunchy, chunky style kraut is crafted with thinly sliced Cabbage Hearts, Smoked Paprika, and Jalapeno and Onion. Smoky and savory, with just the right amount of heat. Great straight out of the jar, or with burgers ands steaks, or toss into a favorite soup just before…
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- Dairy and Refrigerated, Refrigerated Pickles and Fermented Foods FNF205
Sauerkraut, Old World Caraway 12/15.5oz
- Locally sourced green cabbage, caraway seeds and sea salt: reminding us of a simpler way of life. This three ingredient classic equals time travel for your taste buds. The perfect pleaser for your German Oma, Midwestern mother in-law or Brooklyn hipster boyfriend. Offering mild acidity, light crunch and subtle notes of caraway, it's a crowd please
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