SBFF is an annual gathering of local and regional culinary alchemists, wild fermenters and health experts showcasing the history, benefits, and preparation of fermented foods. With three educational stages featuring 50+ speakers, demonstrations, and panel discussions, dozens of exhibitors, do-it-yourself (DIY) fermentation stations, a bacteria buddy passport kids program, 21+ farm-to-bar area and more, the festival offers something for everyone.
2017 Festival Highlights Include:
- Panel discussions on microbiome and nutrition during pregnancy, childbirth, and early childhood development
- New and improved DIY Fermentation Stations
- Extended Farm-to-Bar hours
- Live Music
- Round Trip transportation options from Carpinteria and Santa Barbara via the ‘Pickle Bus’ includes complimentary kombucha for all riders. $10.
- Data results from collaborative study with Slow Food Ventura County on fermented foods, probiotics, and our microbiome/mycobiome.
Proceeds from SBFF support Slow Food Ventura County and their programs aimed at better understanding the role of microbes, fermented foods, and probiotics on the immune system and the human body.
