
What's Fermenting?
Workshops, tastings & gatherings from our collective of fermentation projects.
What's Fermenting — Recurring
Every Friday
After School! L'apéro du développement durableEvery Sunday
Urban Fermentory BrunchOctober 17
5 Years of COOPAINS × FERMENTHINGSAugust 2026

Bread Fest
A full day dedicated to bread, fermentation and the people who make it. Workshops, tastings and encounters celebrate one of our oldest fermentation traditions.

Brunch @ CSA TEO
Join us for a seasonal brunch celebrating the harvest and the producers of the CSA. Expect a menu built around local ingredients and Fermenthings creations.

Giardiniera @ CSA TEO
Learn how to preserve the abundance of late summer vegetables by making your own giardiniera. This outdoor workshop explores the history and techniques behind this colourful Italian pickle.
September 2026

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.

Workshop: Vinegar Making (From Classic Wine Vinegars to Infused Beer Vinegars)
Explore the fascinating world of vinegar, from age-old wine vinegars to more experimental creations made with Belgian beers and seasonal ingredients. You will learn the basics of acetic fermentation and leave with your own mother culture.

OYAKO DON
Oyako means “parent and child”, as this traditional Japanese dish is prepared with chicken and eggs. Join Atelier KuuKuu for a hands-on workshop exploring one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods.

Hot Sauce Workshop @ CSA Theo
Create your own fermented hot sauce using seasonal peppers while discovering fermentation techniques from around the world. A spicy workshop celebrating the harvest season.

Tasting ELSA Cacao Chocolat
An afternoon dedicated to the world of cacao and chocolate in collaboration with ELSA. Taste, discuss and discover the stories and craftsmanship behind exceptional products.

Workshop: Make Your Own Kombucha (ENG / NL / FR)
Learn how to brew kombucha from scratch and understand the science behind this sparkling fermented drink. We will taste different styles, work with SCOBYs, and prepare a batch for you to continue fermenting at home.

Shojin Ryori: cuisine de bouddhiste zen, végan
Discover shojin ryori, the refined vegan cuisine developed in Zen Buddhist temples in Japan. This workshop offers an introduction to its philosophy, ingredients and cooking techniques.

Hot Sauce Workshop @ CSA Courjette
Create your own fermented hot sauce using seasonal peppers while discovering fermentation techniques from around the world. A spicy workshop celebrating the harvest season.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.
October 2026

Tasting Schneeeule
Discover the unique world of Schneeeule and its modern interpretation of Berliner Weisse. An evening of tasting and discussion around fermentation and brewing traditions.

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.

Workshop: Introduction to Koji
Meet the microscopic fungus at the heart of Japanese fermentation traditions. Together, we will discover how koji transforms grains and legumes into products such as miso, soy sauce, sake, and amazake.

Ramen
Learn how to prepare authentic Japanese ramen from scratch, from the broth to the toppings. A workshop dedicated to one of Japan’s most iconic dishes.

Workshop: Make Your Own Kombucha (ENG / NL / FR)
Learn how to brew kombucha from scratch and understand the science behind this sparkling fermented drink. We will taste different styles, work with SCOBYs, and prepare a batch for you to continue fermenting at home.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.
November 2026

Workshop: Introduction to Koji
Meet the microscopic fungus at the heart of Japanese fermentation traditions. Together, we will discover how koji transforms grains and legumes into products such as miso, soy sauce, sake, and amazake.

Bi-yearly Geuze tasting
Our twice-yearly celebration of spontaneous fermentation returns with a selection of gueuzes and lambics. Taste rare bottles and discover the history of Brussels' brewing heritage.

Workshop: Make Your Own Kombucha (ENG / NL / FR)
Learn how to brew kombucha from scratch and understand the science behind this sparkling fermented drink. We will taste different styles, work with SCOBYs, and prepare a batch for you to continue fermenting at home.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Workshop: Make Your Own Kombucha (ENG / NL / FR)
Learn how to brew kombucha from scratch and understand the science behind this sparkling fermented drink. We will taste different styles, work with SCOBYs, and prepare a batch for you to continue fermenting at home.

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.
December 2026

Workshop: Vinegar Making (From Classic Wine Vinegars to Infused Beer Vinegars)
Explore the fascinating world of vinegar, from age-old wine vinegars to more experimental creations made with Belgian beers and seasonal ingredients. You will learn the basics of acetic fermentation and leave with your own mother culture.

Workshop: Introduction to Koji
Meet the microscopic fungus at the heart of Japanese fermentation traditions. Together, we will discover how koji transforms grains and legumes into products such as miso, soy sauce, sake, and amazake.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Workshop: Fermented Hot Sauce (ENG / NL / FR)
Dive into the world of chilli peppers and fermentation while creating your own unique hot sauce. Along the way, we will explore different pepper varieties, fermentation techniques, and hot sauce traditions from around the world.

Saké degustation
Travel through Japan’s brewing traditions with a curated tasting of artisanal sakés. Discover different styles, production methods and pairings throughout the evening.

Workshop: Kimchi (Classic & Local Variants)
Discover the history and techniques behind Korea’s most iconic fermented dish. During this hands-on workshop, you will prepare both a traditional kimchi and a seasonal local variation using vegetables from Brussels and beyond.
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