Yogurt Making

It’s no coincidence that almost every culture in the world has a long tradition of yogurt making. Yogurt is simple to make, nutritious and a convenient way to preserve dairy in the form of a protein-rich snack. In this class we will learn how to make yogurt from scratch, using milk and a live heirloom culture. You will learn a simple process for making yogurt at home with tools you probably already have in your kitchen. Students will take home a live culture they can use to make yogurt at home. The class will also cover the history of yogurt making, the health benefits of lacto-fermentation and discuss cultured dairy product traditions from around the world. We will sample yogurt-based recipes for Tzatziki and the Turkish drink Ayran. Anna Mays is an anthropologist who enjoys researching and teaching about world culinary traditions, agricultural practices and the intersection between food, diet, culture and well-being.