Food Preparation

UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Event

Central Sierra: Entertain with Ease: Preserved Goodies for Gatherings & Gifting | El Dorado County

Event Date
Nov 1, 2025

Treats & Time-Saving Tips for Low-Stress Holiday Fun! In this “entertaining” class, we’ll present a variety of easy homemade preserves and creative ways to use, present, and gift them. From cozy family/friend get-togethers to big festive parties, from mocktails to dessert, these recipes and ideas…
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Central Sierra: Making Pickles & Condiments | El Dorado County

Event Date
Aug 23, 2025

Pickling is easy. Learn the ins and outs of canning pickles and other condiments. Basic boiling water and steam canning will be taught. Fun pickling recipes will be presented. This class is suitable for beginners and advanced. 
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Central Sierra: Canning Salsa, Peppers, and Spices | El Dorado County

Event Date
Aug 9, 2025

Salsa! There are so many different kinds. In this class basic waterbath and steam canning will be taught. We will have some creative recipes for canning salsas, peppers using some DIY spices mixes. This class is suitable for beginners and advanced. 
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tomato tasting
UC Master Gardeners of Amador County: Event

Central Sierra: Tomato Tasting Contest | Amador

Event Date
Sep 6, 2025

The annual Master Gardener Tomato Tasting provides local home gardeners with an opportunity to show off their tomatoes in friendly competition. The contest is free to enter, with prizes for:Heaviest TomatoBest Tasting Red TomatoBest Tasting Non-Red TomatoBest Tasting Cherry TomatoTo enter, bring at least one…
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strawberries
UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Event

Central Sierra: All About Strawberries - (in person Jackson)

Event Date
Jun 21, 2025

Strawberries aren't just delicious—they're versatile! Learn the secrets of preserving these vibrant berries with the UCCE Amador County Master Food Preservers in an engaging class.Discover different ways to extend the life of your strawberries, including:  Jam Making – Capture their peak sweetness…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Event

Central Sierra: Pickle Palooza - (in person Jackson)

Event Date
Jul 19, 2025

Did you know that many vegetables and fruits can be pickled, not just cucumbers? Join us to learn how to make a variety of pickled or fermented products. We’ll cover several techniques including refrigerator, freezer, fermented, and canned pickles.Plus, enjoy delicious samples while you learn!
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Funky Tea: Kombucha (online)

Event Date
Apr 17, 2025

Join us to learn about how to make kombucha, a refreshing drink made from fermenting tea. We’ll teach you how to maintain a healthy SCOBY (a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) to make kombucha, and how to do a second fermentation flavored with various fruits.
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