Popular Fermented Food
and Ancient Foods

Fermented food has been around for a long time and these are some of the most Popular.

Some of these foods are actually ancient foods that have been around since the days of ancient egypt and some of these foods come from the ancient days of the orient.

Fermenting food was a good way to preserve foods prior to the invention of freezers and refrigerators.

It seems that ancient foods are making a comeback because of the increased nutritional value found in these foods. Although some of these foods have remained popular in their country of origin.

Sourdough Bread

This bread has a sour or tangy taste
and originates from Ancient Egypt

Yogurt, Kefir, and Buttermilk

These foods are made from milk and originate from Europe

Cheese

Also made from milk, but seems to have been around a lot longer and used by Ancient Egyptians

Wine

Dates all the way back to Ancient Egyptian Days. They had it pretty good back then!

Miso, Tempeh and Soy Sauce

Made from soybeans and comes from Japan

Sake

Alcoholic drink from Japan and made from rice......Surprisingly!

Kombucha

Made by fermenting sweetened tea and dates back to China

Beer

One of the World's Oldest Beverages
and dates back to Ancient Egypt

Kimchi

A spicy fermented dish from Korea

Sauerkraut

Europe's version of kimchi just minus the spicy

Salami

A sausage that first came from Italy. It was made from various meats - horse meat included.....Giddy Up!

Chocolate

A gift from the Mayans and Aztecs from Ancient Mexico

Coffee

A fermented drink that originates from Ethiopia. Originally discovered by goats......Go Figure!

Tequila

Made from agave and comes from Mexico

Apple Cider Vinegar

Made from apples and was used by the Ancient Egyptians for ailments of all kinds

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