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University of California Press

The World Atlas of Fermented Foods and Drinks

Pre-order today to watch an exclusive fermentation workshop with author Ken Albala

Get ready to take a global tour of the fascinating world of fermentation.

To celebrate the upcoming release of The World Atlas of Fermented Foods and Drinks, we’re offering an exclusive fermentation how-to video with author Ken Albala.

In this workshop, Ken Albala will show you how to make şalgam suyu — the refreshing, gorgeously-colored Turkish drink that he thinks should replace kombucha! 

He'll cover:

— How to prepare and serve şalgam suyu
— The ingredients and supplies needed
— A behind-the-scenes peek at a few other ferments in his kitchen
— A couple of his favorite fermentation supplies

To get access:

- Pre-order your copy of The World Atlas of Fermented Foods and Drinks wherever books are sold
- Save your receipt or proof of purchase 
- Upload a photo or file of your receipt here: https://bit.ly/fermentedfoodsatlas
- Submit to get access to the video

Offer available until August 31, 2026.

ABOUT THE BOOK 

The World Atlas of Fermented Foods and Drinks explores the many ways that people across the world use fermentation to transform their cuisines. Elegantly illustrated with beautiful photos and maps, this book provides a complete guide to 140 ferments, from kimchi and cheese to kvass and pulque. Blending the science behind the microbes with culinary history, Ken Albala reveals the cultural connections between the techniques, ingredients, and rituals of the world's wildly diverse fermented foods.

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