How long is the workshop?

The session runs approximately two hours and includes hands-on instruction, tasting, and time for questions.

Do I need prior experience?

No prior experience is required; the workshop is designed for beginners and curious cooks.

What do I need to bring?

Bring a sharp knife and, if you want extra jars, bring your own jar(s) to fill—additional jars are $6 each if you bring them.

How many people are in each class?

Classes are capped at a maximum of 20 people to keep instruction hands-on and interactive.

Is food safety covered?

Yes—the instructor covers basic food safety, how to recognize proper aromas, and troubleshooting common fermentation issues.

How do I book and what if it’s full?

Advance registration is required via the referral link; workshops can sell out, so check the booking page for next available dates and waitlist options.

Fermentation Workshop with People's Probiotics in Savannah: Hands-On Vegetable Fermentation with Erin | Workshop | Cooking Class

Fermentation Workshop with People's Probiotics brings hands-on food craft to downtown Savannah. Located at 323 E Broughton St in Savannah, Georgia, this two-hour Artisan Spotlight session with Erin of People’s Probiotics teaches foundational vegetable fermentation and leaves each participant with a jar of probiotic-rich vegetables to take home.

The workshop centers on practical technique: salt brines, weight and airlock strategies, and safe handling for reliable krauts and pickles. Expect guided demonstration followed by hands-on packing of vegetables, seasoning choices, and timed tastings. All ingredients and materials are provided, refreshments come with the session, and finished jars are included; bring a sharp knife and be ready to roll up your sleeves. Space is limited to a maximum 20 people, making this a small-group experience with time for questions and troubleshooting.

This class is particularly appealing to travelers who pair outdoor days with local food experiences. After a morning walk across the city's historic squares or a paddle along the Savannah River, spend an evening learning preservation techniques rooted in Southern kitchen practice. The method is simple, low-tech and portable—skills that translate to backcountry trips where lightweight, fermented foods can be a flavorful, shelf-stable addition to your pack.

What makes this workshop stand out in Savannah’s scene is the way fermentation connects craft, ecology, and seasonality. Erin of People’s Probiotics emphasizes using locally available produce and hands-on preservation that reduces waste—an approach that complements conservation-minded travel. The class also offers optional extra jars ($6 each if you bring your own), so you can experiment beyond the included single jar.

Practical notes: the session runs approximately two hours, is beginner-friendly, and requires no prior experience. Advance registration is required; check availability through the provided booking link. The downtown address at 323 E Broughton St places the workshop within easy walking distance of hotels, galleries, and restaurants, so it’s an accessible stop on any Savannah itinerary.

During the session you'll sample crisp, tangy bites and learn how fermentation changes texture and umami, with instruction paced so you can ask about brining ratios, fermentation times, and storing jars at home. The instructor covers food safety basics—recognizing proper aromas and avoiding common pitfalls—so even novice fermenters leave confident. For travelers, packing a lightweight jar to bring home makes it easier to maintain practice. Book early; workshops sell out because attendance is capped at 20.

About Davenport House Museum

Davenport House Museum in Savannah, GA, preserves and interprets a finely restored Federal-style home built in 1820.

The museum offers guided tours, self-guided visits, workshops, seasonal festivals, and educational events that highlight domestic life, architectural preservation, and community history. Knowledgeable docents lead guided tours through elegantly furnished rooms while sharing documented stories of the Davenport family and the 13 enslaved workers who lived and worked at the house. The museum also presents shorter programs such as the Old Chan Magic Talks that illuminate the building’s time as a tenement and its connection to Savannah’s Chinese-American Chan family.

Hands-on offerings include broom making and seasonal craft workshops, plus collaborative public events like the Davenport House Fall Arts Festival and Holiday Wreath Decorating held nearby in Columbia Square and at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Visitors can choose a self-guided tour across the first three floors to explore architecture and exhibition panels at their own pace, or attend specialized demonstrations and family-focused preservation activities.

Davenport House Museum documents ongoing conservation efforts and engages visitors with visible preservation work and interpretive signage. The site maintains archival records and educational resources to support research and school programs. As an established historic house museum in Savannah’s historic district, Davenport House Museum partners with local cultural organizations and relies on trained staff and volunteers to ensure accurate, responsibly presented history for scholars, families, and visitors seeking an authentic window into early 19th-century Savannah life. Programming is suitable for researchers, students, families, and cultural heritage visitors and scholars.