Food Safety

June is California Avocado Month! It's the perfect time to learn how to make the most of avocados while at peak harvest and quality. In this one-hour class, UC Master Food Preservers will share practical, research-based methods for selecting, storing, freezing, and preserving avocados for later use…

Have food preservation questions?Join UC Master Food Preservers online for a free live conversation rooted in safety and a culture of prevention. Bring your questions about canning, freezing, dehydrating, fermenting, and more. This is more than a one-way Q&A. It is a chance to swap stories, compare notes…

Learn practical, research-based methods for preserving garlic bulbs and seasonal garlic scapes at home. In this one-hour class, participants will explore safe techniques for curing (drying), dehydrating, and pickling garlic to help extend storage life and maintain flavor and quality. Frank Voelz of…

Learn safe ways to preserve peaches, plums, and apricots with fruit butters, compotes, BBQ sauce, and more.Go beyond jam and discover creative, research-based ways to preserve summer stone fruit at home. In this one-hour online class, participants will explore safe methods for preserving peaches, plums, and…

Transform the seasonal bounty of your garden (or the local farmer’s market) into vibrant, crunchy, and tangy delights that last all year long! Whether you are a gardening enthusiast looking to manage a harvest or a food lover eager to create custom condiments, this class will cover the essential techniques…

In this one-hour webinar, we will talk about the basics of food preservation and how an everyday person can start preserving food today, how to keep your food fresher, longer in the refrigerator, and the environmental benefits of food preservation. We hope you can join us for this exciting collaboration…

Learn the fundamentals of freeze-drying for long-term food preservation. In this one-hour class, you’ll explore how freeze-drying works and how it helps maintain food quality over time.We’ll cover practical applications, including preserving complete meals and freeze-dried snacks such as fruit and candy. The…

Únase en línea a los Maestros Conservadores de Alimentos de la Universidad de California para una sesión gratuita de preguntas y respuestas en español sobre métodos seguros y basados ​​en la investigación para la conservación de alimentos. Un panel de voluntarios especializados en congelación, deshidratación…

Únase en línea a los Maestros Conservadores de Alimentos de la Universidad de California para una sesión gratuita de preguntas y respuestas en español sobre métodos seguros y basados ​​en la investigación para la conservación de alimentos. Un panel de voluntarios especializados en congelación, deshidratación…

Make your preserved foods into delightful gifts.  The workshop will show you how to take jars of jam, salsa, pickles, dried fruits, herbs, and more and turn them into charming, ready-to-give gifts. From seasoning blends and soup mixes to decorative jar toppers, this class highlights simple ways to…