Ferment Forage Grow

Wild Foods, Cultured Living.

  • Fermentation course – 29th March 2026

    Back by popular demand 🎉

    Last time I ran this course, I had to turn a few people away, so I’m excited to be offering it again. This will be the last intensive fermentation course I’ll be running for a while.

    The previous one sold out quickly, so booking early is recommended 💚

    Fermentation Workshop

    📌 Nano Nagle birthplace, Ballygriffin, Mallow

    🗓️March 29 from 10am to 1:30pm

    🏷️ €85 euro plus booking fee

    🤗 Join me for a relaxed, hands-on fermentation workshop where you’ll learn the foundations of natural food preservation using three core methods:

    Dry salting (salt-only fermenting, perfect for sauerkraut, kimchi & seasonal vegetables)
    Brine (saltwater brine for carrots, pickles & flower buds like wild garlic)
    Vinegars (turn fruit scraps and other seasonal produce into natural, raw vinegar)

    🧭 We’ll explore textures, flavour development, safe fermenting practices, and how to confidently create your own recipes at home.

    🍽️ After the workshop, enjoy a homemade lunch, featuring seasonal ingredients, ferments, fermented drinks (kombucha and water kefir) and nourishing dishes that highlight what we’ve just learned.

    You’ll go home with:

    🫙 3 jars of ferments to take home, started in class

    📝 A recipe guide

    ✨ The confidence to keep fermenting on your own, and with support from me

    😋 A stomach full of beneficial microbes!

    Perfect for beginners and enthusiastic home cooks alike.

    Spaces are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment. Booking link in bio.

  • Cork Biodiversity Hub: Join Me This Summer for a Hands-On Workshop Series

    Cork Biodiversity Hub: Join Me This Summer for a Hands-On Workshop Series

    Supported by Regenerate

    Looking to reconnect with nature, learn practical skills, and explore food traditions? This summer, I’m excited to invite you to a hands-on workshop series designed to nourish, inspire, and empower — all in the heart of County Cork.

    Each session offers something unique — from foraging and herbal crafting to fermentation — and is suitable for curious beginners and seasoned nature-lovers alike.

    Workshop Schedule:

    20th July – Foraging Walk & Tasting Table
    Explore local wild plants with a guided walk and finish with a seasonal tasting table celebrating nature’s abundance.

    10th August – Herbal Teas + Salve Making
    Craft your own herbal tea blends and learn how to make soothing salves with natural ingredients.

    14th September – Fermenting Workshop
    Discover the basics of fermentation and create your own delicious seasonal ferment to take home.

    Location: Cork Biodiversity Hub, Powder Mills, Ballincollig
    Time: 2PM to 4PM
    Spaces are limited – book early to avoid disappointment!

    To register:
    Call Chloë: 085 1310344
    Email: fermentforagegrow@gmail.com

    🔗 More info: regenerateourecosystem.ie

  • CECAS: Explore Wild Foods: Foraging and Fermentation Workshop

    CECAS: Explore Wild Foods: Foraging and Fermentation Workshop

    Get ready for a beautiful, hands-on experience celebrating the land, food, and community connection.

    Join us on Saturday, July 3rd at CECAS (Myross Wood House, Leap, West Cork) for a seasonal workshop led by Chloë Dempsey of @fermentforagegrow.

    We’ll begin the day with a foraging walk, exploring the vibrant summer hedgerows and woodlands of Myross to gather wild edibles, learn how to identify seasonal plants, and reconnect with the rhythms of nature.

    Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves for a hands-on fermentation session, where you’ll discover how to preserve the flavours of summer in your very own wild flower soda.

    We’ll close the day with a tasting table, featuring foraged and fermented delights — a true celebration of place, season, and community.

    What’s Included:

    • Guided foraging walk through woodlands and hedgerows
    • Wild soda demo + DIY session
    • Nourishing snacks made from wild and local ingredients
    • A beautiful setting in the peaceful surrounds of Myross woods

    Book Your Place:

    Spots are limited — reserve yours now via the CECAS website
    Click here to get tickets

  • Cork on A Fork: An Afternoon of Nature, Nourishment & Community Awaits!

    Cork on A Fork: An Afternoon of Nature, Nourishment & Community Awaits!

    Step into a truly unique experience where the wild beauty of nature meets the art of fermentation and the joy of shared community.

    Join us on Thursday afternoon, August 14th, for a gentle, immersive walk through the lush Fitzgerald’s Park with the incredible Chloë Dempsey — fermenter, forager, and gardener behind @fermentforagegrow. Chloë will guide you on a fascinating journey to discover and identify edible and medicinal plants thriving in our local wild spaces.

    After reconnecting with nature, we’ll gather in the serene Probys Kitchen garden for an engaging water kefir demonstration and lively discussion. Taste the magic of foraged foods thoughtfully paired to nourish your body and soul. Plus, each guest will take home their very own kefir starter to embark on a second ferment at home — a delicious way to keep the experience alive!

    Ready to join the adventure?

    Get your tickets here!

    Spaces are limited — don’t miss out on this chance to blend wild foraging, fermentation wisdom, and community connection in one unforgettable afternoon!