# Fermentation Classes in Altea

Fermentation classes on the Costa Blanca: a hands-on 2.5-hour class in your home kitchen or a public space with kitchen access. €375, supplies included.

Fermentation is alchemy in its most literal form: turning simple ingredients into living, probiotic-rich foods through cultures and time. These hands-on classes teach you to craft your own kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, and more. Ty comes to your home kitchen, or we arrange a public space with kitchen access on the Costa Blanca. You’ll leave with your own starter cultures, the confidence to ferment at home, and an understanding of why gut health is the foundation of all wellness. Small groups, real food, ancient technique.

- **Duration:** 150 minutes
- **Price:** €375 (founding rate; first conversation complimentary)
- **Element:** Earth
- **Credentials:** Rooted in professional brewing and fermentation craft
- **Delivery:** in person at your home or a mutually agreed location, or online

## Benefits

- Improved gut health and digestion
- Strengthened immune system
- Hands-on skills you’ll use for life
- Your own starter cultures to take home
- A community of fellow fermenters

## What to expect

1. In your home kitchen or a public space with kitchen access
2. Small group setting (max 6 people)
3. All ingredients and equipment provided
4. Step-by-step guidance through 2 to 3 ferments
5. Take-home jars, SCOBY, and recipes

## Frequently asked questions

### What will I learn in a fermentation class?

You'll learn to craft your own kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, and more. The 2.5-hour class includes all ingredients and equipment, step-by-step guidance through 2 to 3 ferments, and take-home jars, SCOBY, and recipes.

### Where does the class take place?

Ty comes to your home kitchen, or we arrange a public space with kitchen access on the Costa Blanca. The class is hands-on, so a kitchen setting is essential. Small groups (max 6 people) ensure you get personal attention.

### Do I need any experience?

No experience needed. The classes are hands-on and beginner-friendly. Small groups (max 6 people) ensure you get personal attention.

### Why is fermentation good for health?

Fermented foods are rich in probiotics that support gut health and digestion, and strengthen the immune system. Gut health is increasingly recognized as the foundation of overall wellness.

Last updated: 2026-10-13
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