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Of Cabbages and KimchiBy James Read

In a Nutshell

Food writer and Kim Kong Kimchi founder, James Read, takes us through the history of fermentation and shares his knowledge on this global food phenomenon.

Favorite Quote

I can almost guarantee that you've eaten or drunk something fermented today, whether it's bread, chocolate, cheese, salami, olives, wine or coffee. It can be simple, it can be complex, but it is completely basic to almost every food culture on Earth.

James Read

Introduction

Fermented food may not sound appetizing, but most of us eat a lot of it, even if we don't know it.

Fermentation is an ancient and, in some cases, ritualistic process that makes food last longer. It also instills food with huge health benefits and can make it really tasty.

In his 2023 book, Of Cabbages and Kimchi, journalist, author, and the founder of Kim Kong Kimchi, James Read, delves into the history of fermentation and introduces numerous ingredients and recipes.

Drawing on science and culinary history, Read talks us through the origins of various fermented foods, provides practical tips on fermentation, and discusses why fermented food has become so popular in recent years.

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