Ferment Fest Mtl

Ferment Fest Mtl

Ferment Fest Mtl celebrates its 6th edition at Jean-Talon Market! Come discover the magic of kombucha, sauerkraut, bread, kimchi, and much more on September 13 and 14.

Organized by Isabelle Dupuy and Robert Paradis, in collaboration with Ferment, a boutique specializing in artisanal fermentation, Ferment Fest Montreal is a gourmet and educational event dedicated to the fascinating world of fermentation.

Seventeen exhibitors will be on site to showcase their exceptional products, while free conferences and hands-on workshops with registration will allow you to learn more about the world of fermentation.

You can even prepare your own fermented products!

Youth Week is also back for a third year, offering free workshops on fermentation for elementary school students.

See the complete program

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10am to 6pm

Hands-on workshops (registration required)

All workshops take place in the Panorama venue at Jean-Talon Market. The room is located on the 2nd floor and is accessible by elevator. 
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Plant based cheeses
Discover how to make delicious plant-based alternatives to traditional cheeses.
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Duration
2h
Cost
60$
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Mastering homemade kombucha – from cultivation to bottling
Learn how to make your own kombucha with Luc from Cactus Kombucha
9 am to 10:30 am
9 am to 10:30 am
Duration
1h30
Cost
35$
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Learn how to make traditional kimchi
Learn how to ferment your own traditional kimchi
11 am to 12:30 pm
Duration
1h30
Cost
45$
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Discovering amazake
Discover this sweet Japanese drink made from fermented rice with Noriko from the San-O Brewery
1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Duration
1h15
Cost
45$
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Dégustation
Learn how to make milk kefir, viili and matsoni
Discover three fascinating milk fermentation traditions from around the world
3 pm to 4:15 pm
Duration
1h15
Cost
40$
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Discovering the world of brewing
Dive into the fascinating world of beer through a fun and accessible workshop open to everyone
5 pm to 7:30 pm
Duration
2h30
Cost
$60
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Incorporating fermentation into your recipes
Cook a dinner with chef Mathieu Laplante
11:15 am to 13:15 pm
Duration
2h
Cost
$55
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Introduction to making homemade miso
Discover how to make your own miso using soybeans or peas with Robert Paradis from Boutique Ferment
13:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Duration
1h15
Cost
40$
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Cook your own sauerkraut with Aliments Good Big Nice
Practical workshop in the Panorama Venue
3 pm to 4:30 pm
Duration
1h30
Cost
$45
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To contact the Ferment Fest organizers, please email the following address: fermentation.fermentfestmtl@gmail.com.

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