Celebrate the season with tradition and probiotics in this fun, hands-on workshop with Marcea Klein, a wholefood educator and author. Using seasonal organic produce, you'll learn how to create delicious fermented delights perfect for festive entertaining.
During this special edition of our Fermenting and Pickling course, you'll:
- Make a probiotic salsa or chutney tailored for holiday platters
- Create a naturally fermented summer pickle with native herbs
- Watch a demo of a fizzy fermented probiotic drink and taste a dessert ferment
Enjoy samples and take home two jars of your freshly made probiotic creations.
Course Content
- History and health benefits of wild fermentation
- Best seasonal fruits and veggies for fermenting
- Safety tips for sterilising jars and safe fermenting techniques
- Delicious ways to incorporate ferments into festive meals
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: 5 December 2026
- Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
- Price: $199
Course Materials Provided
- All ingredients
- Jars for your creations
- Take-home recipe handouts
Accessibility Note: This venue is located upstairs and is currently not wheelchair accessible. Approximately 20 steps are required to reach the room. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Details
You will learn
- Make festive probiotic salsas, chutneys, and pickles
- Understand wild fermentation and its benefits
- Confidently create your own seasonal ferments at home
You will get
- All ingredients and jars for your creations
- Comprehensive recipe handouts
- Samples of fermented drinks and desserts
Appropriate for
Beginners and experienced cooks interested in festive fermentation techniques.
Preparation
What to bring
- An apron
- Closed-in shoes
- Long hair tied back
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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