{"product_id":"building-your-home-pantry-an-introduction-to-food-preservation-january-30-2027-1-00-pm","title":"Building Your Home Pantry: An Introduction to Food Preservation - January 30, 2027 • 1:00 PM","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Your Home Pantry: An Introduction to Food Preservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJanuary 30, 2027 • 1:00 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterested in preserving food but unsure where to begin? Whether you want to save your garden harvest, make better use of seasonal foods, or build a pantry your family can rely on, understanding your options is a useful first step.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin Christina Myerscough for a beginner-friendly introduction to the main methods of home food preservation. We’ll discuss how each method works, the equipment involved, and what to consider when choosing an approach that fits your food, space, budget, and household.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll cover the basics of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-bath canning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressure canning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDehydrating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreeze drying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry-food storage and vacuum sealing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch a water-bath canning demonstration using fruit juice and a demonstration of pressure-canner operation \u003c\/span\u003ewhile making jars of emergency drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. You’ll also sample foods preserved using several of the methods discussed and explore how their flavors, textures, and uses compare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the class, we’ll discuss essential safety principles—including why different foods require different methods and why vacuum sealing alone does not make perishable foods shelf-stable. Christina will point you toward trusted, research-based resources so you know where to find tested recipes and detailed instructions when you’re ready to begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an introductory overview with demonstrations and tastings, rather than an in-depth, recipe-focused class. No previous preservation experience is needed—just bring your questions and curiosity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saturday, January 30, 2027, at 1:00 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e North Georgia Homestead Supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11197 Highway 53, Marble Hill, GA 30148\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Christina Myerscough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCost:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $49 per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited to 10 attendees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReserve your seat and take the first step toward a well-stocked home pantry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass Registration Policy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\nClass registrations are nonrefundable. In some circumstances, store credit toward a future class may be offered at our discretion. A separate ticket is required for each person attending the class. Due to space and planning needs, only registered participants may be in the classroom, including children, spouses, and other guests. Thank you for helping us provide a comfortable and well-prepared experience for everyone.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NORTH GEORGIA HOMESTEAD SUPPLY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68118531473724,"sku":"foodpreservation1","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/6696\/7868\/files\/Building_Your_Home_Pantry_Instagram_Post_1.png?v=1794016665","url":"https:\/\/northgeorgiahomestead.com\/products\/building-your-home-pantry-an-introduction-to-food-preservation-january-30-2027-1-00-pm","provider":"NORTH GEORGIA HOMESTEAD SUPPLY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}