Fermented Vegetables

Holiday gifts inspiration for any Mason Jar Lover! Make this holiday season extra special with thoughtful and practical presents that celebrate the art of food preservation, brewing, food storage and more. Find the best gifts at Masontops! 

These Brussels sprouts taste amazing with the addition of garlic and ginger - you have to try it! Plus, the fermentation process not only elevates the taste but also amplifies their nutritional value, offering a scrumptious and gut-friendly treat.

Have you been eating foods without knowing that they are fermented? Learn about 8 surprising foods that are probably a part of your diet and they are actually fermented.

Learn practical ways to keep mold at bay in your homemade ferments. Explore simple yet effective methods for mold prevention and ensure your fermentation projects stay healthy and trouble-free.

Join Our Thriving Fermentation Community: The Weekly Ferment by Masontops. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest venture, "The Weekly Ferment by Masontops" Facebook Group! If you have a passion for all things fermentation – from tangy sauerkraut to probiotic-rich kombucha – this community is tailor-made for you.

Fermented salsa is a flavourful and nutritious twist on traditional salsa. With the added benefits of fermentation, it's a great way to support gut health while enjoying a tasty snack or topping for your favourite dishes. Give this recipe a try and discover the delicious world of fermented foods!

Fermenting MUST-TRY - delicious and easy recipe for Fermented Jalapeños with Garlic 🫑🧄

Fermentation tips & tricks that will help you to successfully complete your ferment and a list of seasonal (winter) vegetables that are great for fermenting.  

Our gut is incredibly complex and vital for our overall health.

Medical research has demonstrated there is a link between gut health and numerous diseases and disorders, and it has been proven its connection to immune system, mental health, mood, endocrine disorders, autoimmune diseases, cancer and even skin conditions.

Food preservation is not something new, although methods may vary.

Today we are teaching you four easy and effective ways to preserve fruits and vegetables you grow during the gardening season.

The method you choose depends on what you want to do with the food when it comes the time to eat it.

If you think in order to get started with homesteading you need to move to a farm, think again! Keep reading to find out 7 ways you can develop more self-sufficiency, practice sustainable living techniques, urban agriculture and a frugal lifestyle.