World Ferment Day 2026 Recap

CFFI Joined the Global Fermentation Movement initiated by Jo Webster!

On February 1st, CFFI partnered with The Preserving Chef to host a World Ferment Day celebration at The Grove in London, Ontario — and it was a fantastic success!

The event brought together community members, health professionals, fermentation enthusiasts, and curious newcomers to learn, taste, and connect around fermented foods.

Highlights included:

• Research insights from Dr. Jeremy Burton and Dr. Carla Liria (Lawson Research Institute / Western University) on fermented foods and health
• A live sauerkraut-making demonstration and fermentation basics with Chef Connor Flynn
• Showcases and samples from local fermented food entrepreneurs and small businesses
• Community tasting, vendor exploration, and a fermented foods raffle

Thank you to all speakers, vendors, partners, and attendees who helped make this celebration of fermentation so engaging and impactful. We’re excited to keep the momentum going.

Stay tuned for the 2027 edition!!