Return to great-grandma’s tried-and-true process to make pickled cucumbers along with three other seasonal vegetables and all unique ways using balsamic vinegars.  Designed for beginners, this class covers the basics. You’ll pick up tips and tricks for pickling all kinds of produce and head home with recipes and jars of tasty pickled goodies! Students will participate in the hands-on part of the class when put your knowledge to use and pickle various seasonal vegetables. All supply costs are included in the class fee and students will take home four different jars made in the class. And, as always, bring your own wine for loads of fun! Joe and Son's Olive Oils will provide charcuterie, nibbles and goodies so you won't go hungry. 

John Barbie, the founder, chef and head pickleologist of Tip Top Canning, will be leading your class. He has been making jams, fruit butters, mustards and pickling all kinds of vegetables and fruits for as long as he can remember!  All of his recipes are a beautiful balance of salty, sweet, sour, bitter and savory flavors. His products may pull inspiration from the pickling traditions of generations before, but he is not afraid to switch things up!