🎙 Just launched: My surprise recipe on Recipe of the Day!


Hello Reader,

I’m excited to share that I was just featured on the Recipe of the Day podcast with Christine Pittman! 🎉

In this flavorful episode, we chat about:

  • The surprising flavor differences—and fermentation process variations—between kimchi and sauerkraut
  • The deep umami richness of kimchi, thanks to ingredients like fish sauce, salted shrimp, and other fermented flavor boosters
  • Life lessons from the jar—what fermentation teaches us about patience, trust, and transformation
  • How to make my vibrant and tangy Passion Pink Sauerkraut (hint: the stunning color doesn’t come from red cabbage—but from a secret vegetable you’ll discover in the recipe!)

🎧 Click here to listen now

And if you’ve been thinking about trying your first (or next!) ferment, this is the perfect time to jump in.

I’m inviting YOU to be part of the #10KJarChallenge—a global movement to inspire 10,000 jars of sauerkraut and kimchi.

We just hit 50 jars submitted, which means we’re halfway to our first milestone of 100 jars.

Pick a recipe, make a jar, and upload your picture and/or share your creation on IG with the hashtag #10KJarChallenge and #MakeSauerkraut. Let’s fill the world with gut-healthy goodness, one jar at a time!

Thanks for being part of this incredible community. I hope the episode leaves you inspired, hungry, and ready to get fermenting.

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P.S. If you haven’t grabbed your copy of Mouthwatering Sauerkraut [+Kimchi] yet, now’s the perfect time to dive in! It’s packed with approachable recipes and trusted tips to get you fermenting with confidence.

P.S.S. Next week, we’re kicking off “It’s Pickle Season!” I’ll be diving into the delicious world of fermented pickles—starting with a breakdown of fermented vs. vinegar pickles (and why your gut will thank you for choosing the ferment). Stay tuned! 🥒

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