The Preserving Chef

With Certified Master Food Preserver Chef Connor Flynn

Our Online FERMENTATION Class Is Now Live!

We’re thrilled to announce that our much-anticipated Online FERMENTATION Class is officially live!

Perfect for beginners and seasoned fermenters alike, this class will guide you through the essentials of creating safe, flavourful ferments, crunchy vegetables- all with confidence at home.

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Whether you're brand new to preserving or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is packed with everything you need to safely and confidently can your favourite fruits, veggies, and more- from the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ready to get started?
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Online Canning Class

Chef Connor at the Canadian Fermented Foods Initiative’s Workshop in Toronto

Chef Connor had been working closely with Lawson Reasearch through St. Joseph’s Health Care and Western University and is looking forward to presenting at the Canadian Fermented Foods Initiative’s Workshop. He’ll be sharing his passion for fermentation and spending time with top doctors from around the world, exploring the incredible health benefits and goodness of fermented foods.

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FOOD EDUCATION CLASSES

Taking one of our courses is a real investment in your future.

Learn New Skills

From traditions past down through the ages, to the latest safe food handling, we get you up to date so that you know what you are doing, with confidence.

Make Memories

With time honoured assurance, you will be able to take part and make traditions in your family like never before. Passing down something priceless.

With the ability to make use of our produce at peak seasons, you will learn the skills to capture the most nutrition possible, while keeping costs lower.

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Discover the Art of Preservation

Food education for health, wellness and a better life.

About The Preserving Chef

Join Master Food Preserver Chef Connor Flynn and explore the fascinating world of food preservation, enhancing your culinary skills while enjoying the process of creating delicious, sustainable foods.

We are Canada's premier source for food preservation education, taught by a Certified Master Food Preserver and Chef.

Customer Reviews

See what our participants say about their learning experiences with us.

After taking this course on the weekend, I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in canning or preserving! Not to mention Laura and Connor were fantastic!

Katelyn W
A black and white photograph of a table set with various foods including large cuts of meat, a pitcher of milk, eggs, and a variety of fruits and vegetables such as cauliflower, apples, and turnips. These items are displayed on plates and arranged neatly across a tablecloth.
A black and white photograph of a table set with various foods including large cuts of meat, a pitcher of milk, eggs, and a variety of fruits and vegetables such as cauliflower, apples, and turnips. These items are displayed on plates and arranged neatly across a tablecloth.

Thanks for providing this opportunity. I really enjoyed the teaching, the hands on approach and I felt it was the perfect length of time. Very informative and also fun. I look forward to putting what I have learned to use and would love to take more courses like this. Well done!

A close-up view of several jars containing pickled and preserved foods, including green olives and sundried tomatoes. The jars are arranged on a surface and include metal lids and visible condensation.
A close-up view of several jars containing pickled and preserved foods, including green olives and sundried tomatoes. The jars are arranged on a surface and include metal lids and visible condensation.
Angela G
★★★★★
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