I'll be honest, when I first tried kimchi, I was not a fan. The strong and fishy aftertaste put me off, and I thought I would never touch it again. But my sister, who is an adventurous foodie, encouraged me to give it another chance. She told me that kimchi is a staple in Korean cuisine and that many people love it for its tangy, spicy, and savoury flavour.

Being a food lover myself, I love to cook and experiment with new ingredients and dishes. I decided to take up the challenge and make kimchi from scratch, hoping to change my perception of it.

I followed a simple recipe online and watched few YouTube videos and carefully selected the freshest ingredients. I added my own twist by skipping the fish sauce and shrimp paste, as I wanted to avoid the overpowering flavour. And let me tell you, the result was amazing! The kimchi had a perfect balance of spice, tang, and heat, with a subtle hint of garlic and ginger. My sister and I couldn't stop eating it, and we finished a 2-liter jar in just one week! We consumed it with almost every meal. 

After discovering the joys of homemade kimchi, I was inspired to keep experimenting and perfecting my recipe. I played with different vegetables, spices, and seasonings, constantly learning, and adjusting through trial and error. (I shall share some of those fails with you soon.) And today, I am proud to say that the kimchi you can buy from Zambur Ferments is a result of all that love and care.

With each jar, you can taste the passion and dedication that goes into every step of the process. And if you're anything like me, I'm sure you'll fall in love with the unique and delicious flavours of my kimchi.

Fast forward a few years later, and I now have my own fermented food and drink business, with my vegan kimchi being my top-selling product. I am thrilled to share my love for kimchi and fermented foods with the world, and I can't wait to see where this journey takes me next.