Food Safety

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Ask a Master Food Preserver LIVE (Online Delivery via Zoom)

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Aug 12, 2026

OverviewAsk questions, swap stories, and troubleshoot home food preservation with UC Master Food Preservers using safe, research-based guidance.Are you interested in home food preservation?Join UC Master Food Preservers for a free, interactive session focused on safe, research-based methods for preserving…
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Preserving Zucchini: Sweet and Savory Possibilities (Online Delivery via Zoom)

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Aug 4, 2026

Overview Explore research-based ways to preserve zucchini, from drying and freezing to sweet marmalade and savory pickle relish.An A-to-Z look at preserving zucchiniZucchini is one of summer's most versatile vegetables. It's also famously abundant—so much so that August 8 is celebrated as "Sneak Some…
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Tomato Preservation Basics: Canning, Dehydrating and More (Online Delivery via Zoom)

Event Date
Aug 15, 2026

OverviewDiscover safe ways to can and dehydrate tomatoes, with research-based ideas for preserving them beyond sauce and salsa.Have extra tomatoes, or simply want more ways to enjoy them later? Join UC Master Food Preserver Online Delivery volunteers for a friendly, practical look at canning and dehydrating…
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Solano/Yolo: Grillin' & Chillin': Keeping it Fun & SAFE

Event Date
Jul 18, 2026

Celebrate Safely: Tailgate Parties & Family PicnicsGreat food. Great friends. Great memories. Discover easy food safety tips to help keep foodborne illness off the menu and make every gathering safe, fun and delicious. Date: Saturday, 7/18/26Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMCost: $35 per personLocation: 501…
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UC Master Food Preservers of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties: Event

San Bernardino/Riverside: Dehydrating Basics- Ramen in a Jar

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Jul 18, 2026

Join us for our next class, Dehydrating Basics- Ramen in a Jar, on Saturday, July 18th! In this hands-on class, UC Master Food Preservers of San Bernardino/Riverside will walk you through the basics of dehydrating vegetables and lead you through creating your very own jar of ramen.Day: Saturday, July…
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Pregunte a un Maestro Conservador de Alimentos de la Universidad de California (En línea)

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Jul 22, 2026

Únase en línea a los Maestros Conservadores de Alimentos de la Universidad de California para una sesión gratuita de preguntas y respuestas en español sobre métodos seguros y basados ​​en la investigación para la conservación de alimentos. Un panel de voluntarios especializados en congelación,…
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Cucumber Pickles at Home: Quick, Fermented, & Shelf-Stable (Online Delivery Program)

Event Date
Jul 28, 2026

Got extra cucumbers or just love homemade pickles? In this beginner-friendly, one-hour class, UC Master Food Preservers share research-based guidance on making cucumber pickles safely at home. You'll explore several ways to preserve cucumbers, from quick refrigerator pickles to fermented pickles and shelf…
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Jam Session: The Science of Sweet Spreads (Online Delivery Program)

Event Date
Jul 25, 2026

In this beginner-friendly, one-hour class, UC Master Food Preservers share research-based guidance on jams, jellies, preserves, conserves, and fruit butters. You'll learn how fruit, pectin, acid, sugar, and heat work together to create a gel, why tested recipes matter for quality and safety, and how to…
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Ask A Master Food Preserver Live Q&A (Online Delivery Program)

Event Date
Jul 8, 2026

Are you interested in home food preservation?Join UC Master Food Preservers for a free, interactive session focused on safe, research-based methods for preserving food at home, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and more. Bring your questions about freezing, dehydrating, pickling, fermenting, canning, and…
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How to Make a Sourdough Starter (Jackson)

Event Date
Aug 27, 2026

Learn how to make sourdough starter. This class is a hands-on make & take experience. Come learn how to create a sourdough starter that can be used to make homemade sourdough bread and other baked goods.  You will also learn how to care for and maintain your starter for future bread…
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