How to Ferment Authentic Kvass: Bread Soda Recipe

The most comprehensive guide to making sourdough kvass with zero equipment

14 hrs ago • Denis Pashkov

March 2026

Cherry Kvass Zefir

Where wild fermentation meets the architectural precision of modern pastry

Mar 29 • Denis Pashkov

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Fermentation Expert Denis Pashkov Launches Non-Profit Skill-Sharing Initiative for UAE Culinary Professionals

Free Online Fermentation Workshop for all UAE-based chefs and hospitality professionals

Mar 17

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Koji-Cultured Butter: The Enzymatic Path to High-Fragrance Floral and Coconut Aromatics

Learn how to ferment heavy cream using fresh rice koji for a unique, aromatic butter profile. Get a simple detailed recipe for butter cultured with…

Mar 13 • Denis Pashkov

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Crafting Modern Kombucha with Giorgio Cornalba

For Giorgio—a Milan-based bartender, sake sommelier, and beverage consultant—the traditional back-bar has been replaced by a dynamic collection of…

Mar 10 • Denis Pashkov

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Lacto-Fermented Mandarin Soda

This salt-free fermentation guide utilizes a mature sourdough rye kvass starter to culture a bright, carbonated mandarin soda through precise lactic…

Mar 8 • Denis Pashkov

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Milk Kefir Whey Sodas

The most versatile fermented soda powered by lactic acid bacteria and yeast for bright acidity, gentle carbonation, and probiotic diversity

Mar 7 • Denis Pashkov

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Shio Koji: The Shortest Way to Umami

How to make shio koji at home—easy recipe, fermentation tips, and uses for umami-rich seasoning

Mar 4 • Denis Pashkov

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February 2026

Building an Umami-Forward, No-Added-Sugar Fermented Drink for Ramadan

Fermentation-driven Ramadan beverage design featuring koji, probiotics, and no added sugar

Feb 8 • Denis Pashkov

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December 2025

Sour Amazake – Lacto-Fermented Koji

Sour amazake a less known brother of sweet amazake.

Dec 30, 2025 • Denis Pashkov

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Lacto-Fermented Sodas Workshop: A Look Back at Last Sunday’s Session

A comprehensive fermentation workshop in Dubai for chefs, bartenders, and flavor-driven creators exploring low-sugar, living sodas

Dec 1, 2025 • Denis Pashkov

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November 2025

Lacto-Fermented Sodas

A new fermentation guide by Denis Pashkov

Nov 4, 2025 • Denis Pashkov

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