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A Quick Welcome from Your Host
Meet Holly, then save your spot.
YOU WANT TO FERMENT AT HOME… BUT IT STILL FEELS MYSTERIOUS…
There has got to be a better way!
WHAT IF YOU COULD WATCH A SET OF FERMENTATION EXPERTS MAKE THEIR Favorite recipes and share their secrets?
How would it feel to….
Watch expert-led demonstrations and gather fresh ideas to try in your own kitchen.
Learn practical tips for safety, timing, flavor, and texture.
Discover simple ways to add flavorful, gut-supportive ferments to everyday meals.
Your next favorite ferment awaits
That’s what this summit is all about: helping you ferment with more confidence, creativity, and joy.
INSIDE, YOU’LL…
Watch trusted experts demonstrate their favorite fermentation recipes.
Learn practical tips for better flavor, texture, timing, and safety.
Discover fresh techniques and ideas to try in your own kitchen.
Ready for fresh ideas and microbial magic?
Meet the Speakers
Come learn from the experts.
MEET YOUR HOST
Hi, I’m Holly Howe!
I’m a fermentation teacher and the author of Mouthwatering Sauerkraut [+Kimchi].
My fermentation journey began in 2001, when I made my first batch of sauerkraut. What started as a simple jar of cabbage and salt grew into a lifelong passion for the flavor, nourishment, and everyday magic of fermentation.
Over the years, fermentation has transformed the way I eat, cook, and think about food. It has shown me how simple ingredients, guided by healthy bacteria, can become bold, delicious, nutrient-rich foods that support gut health and bring joy to the table.
As your summit host, I’m excited to bring together trusted fermentation experts to share their favorite recipes, techniques, and practical tips. From sauerkraut to quick kimchi, fermented fruit to herbal sodas, you’ll discover how to make flavorful ferments at home while easing common worries about safety, mold, and doing it wrong.
Join us and start your fermentation journey today!
I’d love to have you join us.
What You’ll Learn
DAY 1: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH
VEGETABLES + SKINCARE
Master basic vegetable ferments, explore how specific fermented foods can support healing, and learn simple ways to use ferments for skincare.
SPECIAL SESSION
Targeted Microbial Therapy. Learn how specific fermented foods can support healing from the inside out.
PRESENTATION LINEUP
Fermented Dill Pickles: Mason Jar & Vacuum-Seal Methods: Make crisp, tangy, gut-friendly pickles using two fermentation methods.
Lacto-Fermentation with Mushrooms:
Baseball Sauerkraut Relish:
Three Quick Kimchis: Make three delicious kimchis from one flexible recipe: watermelon rind, beetroot, and mustard leaf.
Fermented Skincare: Glow Naturally with Kefir and Kombucha.
DAY 2: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH
DRINKS, FRUIT & FLAVOR
Explore fizzy drinks, fruit ferments, flavorful sauces and pastes, and creative ways to cook with fermented ingredients.
SPECIAL SESSION
Beyond the Jar: Cooking with Fermented Ingredients
PRESENTATION LINEUP
A Short Guide to Fermenting Fruit: Quick, Flavorful Ferments to Try at Home.
Fermented Herbal Sodas: Make Fizzy, Flavorful Herbal Sodas in Your Home Kitchen.
Fermented Sauces & Pastes: Ferment Harissa, Chili Sauce & More.
Brewing Jun: The Champagne of Kombucha
DAY 3: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH
SOURDOUGH, GRAINS & SAVORY
Discover kvass, oats, sourdough, koji, and vinegar with practical techniques for bringing these staple ferments into your kitchen.
SPECIAL SESSION
Beyond the Jar: How to Make Fermented Foods Part of Everyday Meals
PRESENTATION LINEUP
Mastering Bread Kvass: One Culture, Endless Flavor Possibilities.
Fermented Oats: Make an everyday staple more delicious and nutritious—for breakfast and beyond!
How to Convert Any Recipe to Sourdough: Simple Swaps for Yeast and Baking Powder.
How to Make and Use Japanese Shio Koji: Make Everyday Foods More Digestible and Umami-Rich.
See what’s fermenting this year.
How the Free Summit Works
It’s simple to join.
You don’t need fancy tools or years of experience — just clear guidance and a little microbial magic.
Have questions? We’ve got answers:
Fermentation Summit 2026 runs from Tuesday, September 15, through Thursday, September 17, 2026.
New presentations will be released each day at 10 AM Pacific Time. This is a free online event, so you can join from anywhere with internet access.
No problem. Each presentation is available free for 48 hours after it is released.
That means you do not need to watch at an exact time. You can watch during the free viewing window for each presentation.
If you want more flexibility, you’ll have the option to upgrade to the Lifetime Access
Pass, which gives you ongoing access to the presentations after the free viewing windows end.
Your free ticket includes 48-hour access to each presentation during the summit.
If you’d like to watch at your own pace, rewatch favorite sessions, or catch anything you miss, you can upgrade to the Lifetime Access Pass after registering. The pass includes ongoing access to the presentations, plus transcripts, bonuses, and extra resources.
Most summit presentations are pre-recorded and released on a daily schedule. This helps create a smoother viewing experience and allows you to learn from speakers from around the world.
There will also be an Ask the Experts Live Q&A for Lifetime Access Pass holders, where you can submit questions and get additional support with fermentation troubleshooting, techniques, and next steps.
No. When you register, you’ll be added to the MakeSauerkraut email list so we can send you summit updates, access links, reminders, and helpful fermentation resources.
Some speakers may offer recipes, guides, or other helpful resources related to their presentations. You’ll only share your email address with a speaker if you choose to request their resource directly.
You can unsubscribe from MakeSauerkraut emails at any time, and you can learn more in our Privacy Policy.
Yes. Summit presentations will include captions.
Edited transcripts are included with the Lifetime Access Pass, along with the summit presentations, bonuses, and additional resources.
No. Fermentation Summit 2026 is designed for curious beginners, home cooks, gardeners, and experienced fermenters looking for fresh recipes, techniques, and ideas.
You’ll find practical sessions to help you understand what’s happening in the jar, build confidence, and bring more fermented foods to your table.
Yes. Your free ticket gives you access to each presentation during its 48-hour free viewing window.
After registering, you’ll also have the option to upgrade to the Lifetime Access Pass if you want ongoing access, transcripts, bonuses, and extra resources.
Go ahead and register for your free ticket. You’ll receive more details by email as the summit gets closer, including how to access the presentations and make the most of the event.
If you still need help, you can contact us at: [email protected].
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