Jam Making 101

Have you always wanted to preserve those delicious seasonal fruits? This is your opportunity to learn how. They start each workshop with a cup of tea and tastings of a selection of local cheeses and jams while you learn all the fundamentals of jam making, from fruit selection and jar preparation to 'setting point', bottling, and storage. The importance of pectin, acidity, and temperature will be explained, and you will put this all into practice when you get "hands-on", using fruit from the orchard to prepare and make a batch of yummy jam. There will be lots of guidance during each step and suggestions for interesting fruit combinations and flavours. With the skills and knowledge gained from this class, you'll be equipped to take advantage of the seasons and preserve fruits when they are fresh and plentiful. This class is appropriate for those 15 years or older, including absolute beginners, those needing a refresher or those who want extra tips to improve their preserving skills. Please wear closed-in non-slip shoes. Everything you need for the class will be provided. Take home a freshly made jar of chutney or jam, full workshop notes and recipes, and increase knowledge, skills and confidence in making preserves. Participants must wear enclosed, non-slip shoes. Everything else is provided.