14/08/2026
Calling all foodies! 📢
UNE is excited to announce the inaugural Fermentation Festival happening in Armidale on Saturday 19 September.
Organised in partnership with The Welder's Dog Brewery and UNE Life, the event will celebrate the science, craft, and nutrition behind one of humanity’s oldest biotechnologies, featuring a series of hands-on workshops followed by a fermentation-inspired canapé dinner in the evening.
“Fermentation has been around for centuries and is the centrepiece of gut health, nutrition, sustainability, and food culture,” says event organiser, Associate Professor Gal Winter from the UNE School of Science and Technology.
“As a microbiologist and nutrition educator, I am passionate about showcasing the real-world application of food science to the broader community in a fun and engaging way.”
The day will feature three workshops delivered by The Goldfish Bowl, Yinyang Kombucha and Kai Allison from UNE Nutrition, covering everything from sourdough to sauerkraut, revealing the living science behind some of your favourite foods and beverages.
🍴In the evening, The Welder’s Dog will host a fermented feast at their brewery in Beardy Street, featuring a canapé-style dinner created by the team at UNE Life, b**r tastings, and a talk from Head Brewer, Patrick Bolton on the craft of brewing and wine-making.
🎟️ The festival will feature flexible ticketing options, providing attendees the chance to attend the workshops, the dinner, or the full-day experience.
Find out all the details and explore ticket options via the link in the comments 🔗
