# Event Details - **Event Name**: ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a special evening of conversation about author Julia Skinner's latest book all about fermentation!About this EventABOUT THE COOKBOOKIn this must-have reference book, food-preserving expert Julia Skinner offers a comprehensive guide to all the methods used for preserving every type of food-from canning vegetables to making fruit wines to curing meat-with more than 250 recipes and creative zero-waste options for using all the parts that are normally discarded.The must-have reference guide to all the methods used for preserving every type of food-from canning vegetables to making fruit wines to curing meat-with more than 250 recipes and creative zero-waste options for using all the parts that are normally discarded. Essential Food Preserving is organized by type of food, with multiple preservation methods for each one, so you can preserve the bounty in a variety of ways, including: canning, fermenting, brewing beer, wine, and vinegar, pickling and more.Food-preserving expert Julia Skinner focuses on minimizing waste; every part is used, including the byproducts of processes. Just as important as her comprehensive approach is Julia's expert curation of the topic and creative recipes that go beyond the basics, accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions and original photography.ABOUT THE AUTHORJulia Skinner, PhD is an award-winning food writer and culinary business owner, writing coach, fermentation and culinary educator, and food historian. Her book, Our Fermented Lives, won a silver Nautilus Award and earned her the title of Finalist for both Georgia Author of the Year and the IACP Cookbook Awards. Her latest book, The Fermentation Oracle, was a gold Nautilus Award winner and a nominee for Georgia Author of the Year. Skinner is the owner of Root, a fermentation and food history company, which offers classes, consulting, research services, and a food-focused newsletter. She also owns the Culinary Curiosity School, offering unique and playful culinary courses, and Roots + Branches writing and creativity coaching. She has a PhD in Library & Information Science, a graduate certificate in Book Art and Book History from the University of Iowa Center for the Book, and lives between Atlanta, GA and Cork, Ireland.ABOUT THE MODERATORNevin Martell is a D.C.-area based independent writer-photographer focusing on food, foraging, and travel, whose work has appeared in The Washington Post, National Geographic, The Boston Globe, USA Today, and many other publications. He is the author of eight books, including Red Truck Bakery Cookbook: Gold-Standard Recipes from America’s Favorite Rural Bakery, The Founding Farmers Cookbook: 100 Recipes for True Food & Drink, and more. He is currently at work on his ninth book, a wild food cookbook to be published by Storey Publishing in the spring of 2027. Last, but definitely not least, he is a proud poppa. Find him on Instagram @nevinmartell. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/essential-food-preserving-with-julia-skinner-and-nevin-martell/100001991496314085 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Bold Fork Books - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 45.57, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Bold Fork Books - **lat**: 38.928463 - **long**: -77.03751600000001 - **full address**: Bold Fork Books, 3064 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/2327b69f468281ff631aa7f9a44a61589536901b200f7948516261d72dfc2bca-rimg-w1200-h600-dc8c7c2e-gmir.jpg?v=1781213763 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell being held? - **A:** ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell takes place on Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Bold Fork Books, 3064 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell? - **A:** ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell is organized by Bold Fork Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ESSENTIAL FOOD PRESERVING with Julia Skinner and Nevin Martell is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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