Since 2013, Food & Ferments has been passionately crafting award-winning fermented vegetables and tonics from our home in Cortland, New York, nestled in the scenic Finger Lakes region. We proudly source 90% of our vegetables from local farmers, ensuring our products are rooted in quality, freshness, and community.

Founders Dave and Carly Dougherty—a husband and wife team—discovered their shared love of fermentation while working together at A Full Plate Cafe in Philadelphia. What started as small-batch experiments in their apartment quickly grew into a full-fledged business. In 2012, they launched Food & Ferments, becoming one of the first in Philadelphia to offer a diverse line of naturally fermented foods and beverages.

In 2014, Food & Ferments put down roots in Central New York, starting out in a small kitchen on our family’s organic dairy farm. As our business and community of fermentation fans grew, so did we. We’ve since opened a production facility in Cortland, NY, where we now make the bulk of our ferments.

Today, Food & Ferments offers a full range of naturally fermented products—from tangy sauerkrauts and vibrant kimchi to our signature beet kvass and apple cider vinegar tonics. Their products are available online, at farmers markets throughout the region, and in over 200 retail locations across the tri-state area. Whether you're shopping in person or ordering from the comfort of home, their mission remains the same: to honor the tradition of fermentation, promote good health, and share the joy of living cultures.

Thank you for supporting our journey—we're honored to share our ferments with you.