An Afternoon of Fermented Foods

Join us for an enriching afternoon dedicated to the wonders of fermented foods. This interactive workshop at Sessions@Pavilion, Chennai, promises an immersive experience into the art and science of fermentation followed by a tasting of fermented foods like cheese, kombucha, kimchi and a lot more!

About the Workshop

Discover the ancient preservation technique of fermentation, which has been used for thousands of years to create some of our favourite foods and beverages, including cheese, chocolate, wine, coffee, and preserved condiments. With a renewed focus on gut health, fermented foods are celebrated for their probiotic benefits. Navigating the path to include these in our daily life diet though is often riddled with questions - how much should I eat? how often? how is it best consumed? can I cook with it? This workshop aims to demystify these healthful foods and provide practical insights into incorporating them into your daily diet.

Experience a Culinary Journey

• Date: Saturday, November 23rd
• Timings: 4 pm to 5.30 pm | 30-45 minutes of interactive learning followed by a delightful grazing table

• Location: Sessions@Pavilion, Chennai

• Address: Gee Gee pavilion, 2nd Floor, 6 MC Nichols Rd, 4th Lane, Chetpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600031

What to Expect

• Interactive Session: Learn about the fermentation process and its historical significance. Understand the role of probiotics and how to integrate fermented foods into your diet.
• Provenance and Craft: Discover the origins and crafting techniques of the featured cheeses, kombucha and fermented foods.
• Grazing Table: Enjoy a curated selection of cheeses, sourdough breads, crackers, fermented condiments like kimchi, salads, kombucha and much more, offering a practical tasting experience.

Partners

• Sessions@Pavilion: Our venue partner, offers a versatile workshop and event space designed to inspire creativity and connection. The space is owned and managed by Girika Mahajan, a pastry chef trained at the Institute of Culinary Education, New York. She has worked in professional kitchens across New York and Singapore. Inspired by her French pastry training, Indian heritage, and local Singaporean flavours, her creations blend tradition and innovation.
• Käse: Offers a variety of hand-crafted cheeses, crackers, and accompaniments.
• Purple Brewery: Offers a range of kombuchas and fermented condiments, using the best organic and seasonal produce.

Meet the Experts

• Namrata Sundaresan: Co-founder of Käse, an award-winning cheese brand. With extensive experience and numerous certifications in cheesemaking, Namrata will guide you through the fascinating world of fermentation and cheese.
• Sonia Pradhan: Founder of Purple Brewery, is dedicated to creating healthy and tasty fermented beverages and condiments using time-tested techniques and the finest organic ingredients.

Who's included?

There will be up to 25 people in the group.