by Sally-Anne | Nov 14, 2022 | Vacuum Sealer Bags, Vacuum Sealers
Mylar bags are the best way to store food for long periods of time. Indeed, when used with vacuum sealers for Mylar bags, stored food can last for many years. Modern Mylar bags are airtight and watertight, making them the perfect storage container for keeping your...
by Sally-Anne | Nov 6, 2022 | Home Food Canning, Water Bath Canners
When it comes to canning, there are 2 different methods to use, pressure canning and water bath canning. Traditionally, both were time-consuming as you had to be in the kitchen during the whole process. Modern electric water bath canners can be programmed for...
by Sally-Anne | Aug 2, 2022 | Home Food Fermenting
Until recently, I didn’t know what fermenting honey was. Fermented honey is made by adding moisture and warmth to raw honey. In fact, it is known for its anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. It is even supposed to improve your immune system. Honey is a...
by Sally-Anne | Jun 23, 2022 | Food Dehydrator
Drying basil in a dehydrator is the perfect way to preserve the fresh basil from your garden. As basil is an annual plant, it will die down over winter. It is important to pick all the leaves before the winter cold and preserve them. This allows you yummy basil...
by Sally-Anne | May 12, 2022 | Dehydrators For Jerky, Food Dehydrator
A question we are commonly asked is how long to dehydrate jerky for the best results? There are not many foods more delicious or healthy than well-made jerky! Making your own jerky is a great way to ensure that you know exactly what is going into it. Not to mention,...
by Sally-Anne | May 6, 2022 | Canning Supplies, Home Food Canning
When I spoke to my friends about a canning machine they all asked if I was brewing my own beer! Now I know we have done a couple of articles recently about fermenting wine, but I am not ready just yet to make beer at home. So, what is this “canning...
by Sally-Anne | Apr 21, 2022 | Food Fermenters, Home Food Fermenting
If you are looking to buy the perfect wine fermenter, read on! This easy piece of home preserving equipment will have you sipping a beautiful red or white in no time!! It’s important to know the type of wine you want to make and also the size of batch to select...
by Sally-Anne | Mar 22, 2022 | Freezing Cheese and Dairy, Home Food Freezing
Cheese can last up to two weeks in the fridge, but what if you want to save it for longer? There are a lot of misconceptions about how to freeze cheese. So, in this post we tackle if and how to easily store different cheese at home! Some people believe you...
by Sally-Anne | Mar 14, 2022 | Freezing Fish and Seafoods, Home Food Freezing
Did you know that freezing fish and seafood is a great way to preserve them? Not only does freezing keep the food fresh, but it also locks in the flavor and nutrients. In this blog post, we will discuss the best methods for freezing fish and seafood. Not only that,...
by Sally-Anne | Mar 8, 2022 | Home Food Fermenting
So you want to ferment your own wine at home? Excellent choice! Home-fermented wine is not only delicious, but it’s also a great way to save money. Don’t worry, fermenting wine can be easy even for beginners. Generally, we have discussed a fermentation...