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Learn the culinary secrets of fermentation. From raw ingredients to extraordinary culinary creations, learn the secrets of fermentation from start to finish. We will guide you through soy sauce, vinegar, and baijiu, manufacturing techniques that blend new and old traditions to make unforgettable tastes.
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Sichuan Fermentation Experience
Learn the culinary secrets of fermentation. From raw ingredients to extraordinary culinary creations, learn the secrets of fermentation from start to finish. We will guide you through soy sauce, vinegar, and baijiu, manufacturing techniques that blend new and old traditions to make unforgettable tastes.
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Foundations of Sichuan Fermentation
Learn the core Sichuan ferments—doubanjiang, suancai, douchi, and rice-based starters—through salinity maps, temperature control, safe pH targets, and clean handling. You’ll leave with a repeatable setup, a troubleshooting playbook for off-notes, and a lab notebook to scale from jars to small crocks.
The Art of Baijiu and Fruit Wine: Fermentation, Blending, and Pairing
Build fluency in baijiu styles and aroma categories, how qu/fermentation shape flavor, and how to blend, dilute, and serve with intention—then apply that sensory discipline to craft clean, stable fruit wines. You’ll design tasting flights, assemble balanced blends for specific dishes, and pair confidently while observing legal and safety guidelines.
Seasoning the Chinese Kitchen: Soy Sauce, Vinegars, and Aromatics
Taste and use essential seasonings—light/dark soy, aged vinegars, and foundational aromatics—to build depth, balance, and finish without heaviness. You’ll learn quality tells, smart substitutions, and fast base techniques (aromatic oils, master sauces, slurries) so your cooking hits the right gloss, salinity, and snap every time.