Kelsey Bye

My Story – Benicia FermentoryHi! I'm Kelsey, the fermentation educator behind Benicia Fermentory. What started as a love for food, travel, and health turned into a mission to reconnect people with the age-old art of fermentation. Along the way, I’ve learned that fermentation isn’t just about preserving food—it’s about transformation, resilience, and joy.After years of exploring fermented foods across cultures—from kimchi in Korea to miso in Japan—I returned to my small farm in Benicia, California, where I now grow many of the ingredients I teach with. I created Benicia Fermentory as a place where science meets storytelling, and where community and curiosity come together through hands-on workshops.My classes are fun, approachable, and packed with knowledge you can take home. Whether you’re new to fermentation or a seasoned fermenter looking to deepen your skills, you’ll leave with confidence, culture (the bacterial kind!), and a fresh sense of connection—to food, your gut, and maybe even your neighbors.Let’s ferment something beautiful together!