Fermentation is more than bubbles and bacteria—it’s a quiet way ritual, a way to slow down and connect with something alive. Whether you’re culturing yogurt, kneading sourdough, or bottling your latest batch of kombucha, fermentation invites presence, patience, and care. This post explores why the act of fermenting can feel like self-care in its most nourishing form.

If you’ve ever wanted that thick, luscious yogurt texture—think greek or labneh-style—it all comes down to the straining. In this post, I’m sharing three of my go-to methods for straining yogurt right from my countertop. No fancy equipment needed, just a little patience and a love for the process.

They may seem like opposites—one refreshing and spoonable, the other crusty and chewy—but yogurt and sourdough have more in common than you’d think. Both rely on thriving microbial cultures, both ask for patience and care, and both connect us to timeless kitchen rituals. This post explores the surprising overlap between these two ferments—and why mastering one can make you better at the other.

You followed the recipe, gave it time, and still—your dough just sits there, heavy and lifeless. Before you give up or blame your sourdough starter, let’s troubleshoot. From sluggish cultures to kitchen temperature to over-proofing, this post walks you through the most common reasons sourdough doesn’t rise—and exactly how to fix them.

From pineapple juice starters to strict feeding schedules, sourdough advice is full of rules—and plenty of myths. In this post, we’re breaking down the sourdough “shoulds” that don’t actually matter and shining a light on the ones that do. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting info, this is the deep breath your starter (and your brain) needs.

So your sourdough starter looks flat, smells weird, or hasn’t bubbled in days. Before you toss it in a fit of floury despair, take a breath. Sourdough starters are hardier than they look—and more forgiving than most people think. This post breaks down the signs of life, the myth of “dead” starters, and what you can do to revive your sourdough culture with confidence.

Mesophilic yogurt is easy to love—no heating, no fancy equipment—but when it turns out thin or runny, it can leave you wondering what went wrong. This guide walks you through the most common causes of thin yogurt and gives you simple, countertop-tested fixes to help thicken things up (without stressing your culture).

Thermophilic yogurt should be rich and spoonable—not thin and runny. In this guide, we’ll walk you through simple ways to thicken up your homemade yogurt, troubleshoot common mistakes, and set yourself up for creamy success.

Think your yogurt culture is broken because your first batch didn’t gel? Don’t panic—it’s probably just waking up. In this post, we break down exactly what’s happening during activation, how to strengthen mesophilic and thermophilic cultures, and why three batches is the magic number before deciding there’s a real problem. Plus, our approach to customer care, even if you didn’t buy from us.

Seasonal changes are a real thing—even if your air conditioning tricks you into thinking otherwise. In this post, we talk about why your ferments act like grumpy toddlers or confused pets when the temperature shifts, what to do about it in summer and winter, and how to tune in to their natural rhythms.

Not all fermentation is the same—and knowing which type you’re working with can change everything. In this post, we explore the three major types of fermentation most home fermenters encounter: lactic acid, alcoholic, and acetic acid. From yogurt and sourdough to kombucha and vinegar, we unpack what’s really going on in your jars and how to use that knowledge to improve your results (and save a few batches).