FARMING: Authentic Fermented Vegetables

Our goal is simple: work with nature to create the finest functional foods.

From regenerative agriculture to craft fermentation, quality and sustainability matter.

All good fermenters know that natural biological soil grows the most exceptional ingredients. This is our way of making even the simplest recipes taste exquisite. The health effect is a diverse culture of local gut-loving microbiology, natural enzymes and postbiotics. The culinary effect is a delicious ready-to-eat living food; seasonally preserved, nutritionally superior, and ready to be enjoyed year-round.

No vinegar. No added sugar. No gluten. No pasteurization. No lab-grown biological cultures.

Kres uses whole plant ingredients, our diverse native ecology, unrefined mineral salts, nature and time - it’s that simple. Our products are classically fermented in solid vessels, never in plastic. We package in eco-friendly glass and recycle in-house.

Nourishing functional foods that fit your Regenivore Diet - this is our pledge to you.

The Grower and the Fermenter
Regenerative orchard bathed in morning sunlight with rows of garlic growing in the alleys.

Ultra-local Ingredients. Traditional Preservation. Bold and Briny Flavors. Diverse Nutritional Profiles.

Eating fermented foods can help boost the beneficial microbiome in your gut. This is important because abundant and diverse populations of beneficial bacteria can improve digestion, enhance your immune system, fight off cancers, aid in weight loss, and improve brain function, among other things.*

At Kres Kitchen, we use classic fermentation methods and seasonal produce to create flavorful small-batch sauerkrauts for adding deliciousness to any meal. Our sauerkrauts are made to satisfy an eating plan focused on nutritional variety, culinary enjoyment and the ultimate in healthy food convenience.

Wild Fermented Sauerkrauts & Spices

  • Sour For the People - Kres Kitchen

  • Hot Pepper Paste (fermented spice - unpasteurized, NO vinegar)

  • Apple, Juniper Berry & Garlic Signature

  • Apple, Juniper Berry & Garlic ROBUST (extra long ferment)

  • Aronia Berry (NEW for 2025)

  • Bare (just cabbage + salt)

  • Breakfast Kraut

  • Carrot and Caraway (SAVORY)

  • Cranberry

  • Dilly

  • Fennel & Green Apple

  • Fiery (Hot Sauce Style)

  • Garlic Scape and Chive

  • MILD Salsa

  • SPICY Salsa

  • Golden Turmeric

  • Spiced Turmeric

  • Sweet Ginger

  • Touch of Pink

  • Eastern Roots

  • Red Cabbage

  • PowerKraut

  • Sublime Celeriac

  • Sauerruben (sold out)

DOGGO!

A lacto-fermented food additive for dogs made with seasonal vegetables that are safe for dogs to consume raw.

A robust gut microbiome and healthy digestion are vital to the wellbeing of our families, including our furry companions. Seventy percent of the immune system is based in the gut, regardless if you’re human or K9. Kres DOGGO boosts the dietary intake of bio-available nutrients, beneficial microbes and enzymes. These bioactive compounds help support your pet’s nutritional health, digestion, and immune system… naturally.

Preorder DOGGO

How to get Kres Kitchen Products

2025 MARKET LOCATIONS

(see calendar for special events)

CHAGRIN FALLS FARMERS MARKET (closed for season)

CUYAHOGA VALLEY FARMERS MARKET (Sat. indoors)

GEAUGA FRESH FARMERS’ MARKET (Sat. indoors)

HAYMAKER FARMERS’ MARKET (Sat. indoors)

HUDSON FARMERS MARKET (closed for season)

MENTOR FARMERS MARKET (closed for season)

MARKET PRE-ORDER

RESERVE YOUR FAVORITE VARIETY

STORES CARRYING SELECT VARIETIES

SAGE’S APPLES ORCHARD & FARM MARKET

KRES KITCHEN UPCOMING MARKETS

From Farm to Fermentary… to You

Whole ingredients. Minimal processing. Small-batch local.

REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE Successful fermentation begins in our soil. Our ferments are powered by naturally occurring microbiology freely found on the surfaces of fruits and vegetables. Ecological stewardship is the foundation for healthy plants...

REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE

Successful fermentation begins in our soil. Our ferments are powered by naturally occurring microbiology freely found on the surfaces of fruits and vegetables. Ecological stewardship is the foundation for healthy plants... and for WILD fermentation.

THE BEST RAW INGREDIENTS Our happy vegetables are sustainably grown in a healthy ecosystem free of synthetic chemicals, pesticides and sprays. Harvested at the peak of freshness, we process almost immediately. This means very little waste or nutri

THE BEST RAW INGREDIENTS

Our happy vegetables are sustainably grown in a healthy ecosystem free of synthetic chemicals, pesticides and sprays. Harvested at the peak of freshness, we process almost immediately. This means very little waste or nutrient loss and LOTS of FLAVOR!

AUTHENTIC FERMENTATION Our ancestors understood that important chemical changes occur during fermentation; nature can't be rushed. Our ferments are allowed to progress spontaneously so that key biological and chemical transformations can be fully

AUTHENTIC FERMENTATION

Our ancestors understood that important chemical changes occur during fermentation; nature can't be rushed. Our ferments are allowed to progress spontaneously so that key biological and chemical transformations can be fully realized. This is how flavor, vitamins, enzymes, phytonutrients and antioxidants, naturally unfold.

FRESHNESS PRESERVED We believe lacto-fermentation is an artisanal craft. A time-tested preservation method that offers the best culinary experience and the highest nutritional benefit when produced in small quantities. Our products & ingredients m

FRESHNESS PRESERVED

We believe lacto-fermentation is an artisanal craft. A time-tested preservation method that offers the best culinary experience and the highest nutritional benefit when produced in small quantities. Our products & ingredients may change, but our core processes are solidly rooted in quality and cultural heritage.

What People are Saying about Kres Kitchen…

  • "I'll just say this... when I eat your kraut, I feel better."

    Beth M.

    (A KK fan from Chagrin Falls)

  • "DOGGO has been a game changer for our 11 year-old girl. She’s a Dalmatian/Shar Pei mix and has struggled with sensitive skin and grumbly stomach for some time. Since we’ve been putting a little DOGGO on her food, her allergies seem better; much less licking and skin irritation. Her digestion is better too."

    Heather H.

    (Dog parent picking up a few “Summer” DOGGOs at Haymakers in Kent. We’re so happy it’s helping, Heather!)

  • "The Salsa Kraut was <bleeping> amazing!"

    Karen S.

    (A new fan from Mentor Farmers Market :)

  • "DOGGO! My dog loves it; won't eat until I put it on."

    Jill F.

    (A dog parent at Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market)

  • "Bought a jar of Golden Sauertkraut a few weeks ago at Haymaker farm market in Kent. Opened it tonight, it is outstanding! Thank you for such a nice quality product. Highly recommend. Going to take it to work tomorrow for co-workers to try. KUDOS!!!"

    Diane B.

    (Thank you, Diane, for taking the time to email us. This is wonderful feedback and we’re so happy you’re enjoying the kraut!)

  • "The ROBUST Apple Juniper Berry & Garlic is the best sauerkraut variety I've had. That kraut is legend!"

    Dwight S.

    (Loyal and consistent supporter, Haymaker Farmers’ Market)

  • A couple comments... "Kres Kitchen Fiery Sauerkraut turns a simple hot dog into something elevated and special." Also... "Robust Sauerkraut with Apple and Juniper Berry is simply the best, most unique and flavorful sauerkraut I've tasted, and has become a staple in any kitchen I cook in."

    Edward J.

    (Sent via email after Haymaker’s Market. THANK YOU, Edward, for these and all other wonderful comments! Our Robust Apple, Juniper Berry & Garlic [ultra slow fermented] will be available again starting in May ‘25.)

  • "I take the Mild Salsa with me to have for breakfast. I top an "everything" or "sea salt" bagel with a local schmear and your Salsa kraut - great combo."

    Steven H.

    (Our Haymaker fans BRING IT. Just love this!)

  • "Red Sauerkraut goes great on brussel sprouts. I cut the sprouts in half, roast in a pan and then add the Red kraut on top after cooking. Really good!"

    Brad B.

    (One of our favorite Haymaker fans with the right idea on how to easily elevate homemade meals!)

  • "I've been giving a forkful of Dilly kraut to my 9 year-old daughter and my 3 year-old son everyday. They like it and it seems to be helping; I've been able to stop giving them probiotic supplements."

    Amanda F.

    (Wonderful feedback! We appreciate your practical experience as a parent in terms of kids + Kres kraut + gut health. This is the way.)

  • "I came all the way from Warren to find you. This is the best kraut."

    Pam R.

    (Love you back, Pam! Hope you're enjoying the kraut and we look forward to seeing you again soon.)

  • "I'm a firm non-sauerkraut person; I don't like it! But this stuff is great."

    Pat Mc.

    (We live for this! Sharing our bold & briny FLAVORS with Haymaker market-goers… and maybe converting a few skeptics along the way. Woohoo!)

  • "We loved it so much we SLAMMED IT!"

    Lauren S.

    (Haymaker customers are the best :)

  • “Just grabbed a jar of the garlic scape and chive at the Hudson farmers market. OMG! Thank you! I don't think I can ever eat my turkey sandwich plain again.”

    Jennifer G.

    (A new fan in Hudson emails us)

  • “I’m here to buy a kraut for my son’s birthday. He tried your Fennel Green Apple and loved it. I asked him what he wanted for his birthday and he said ‘Buy more kraut; I’d rather have something healthy to enjoy’!”

    Cindy S.

    (We’re honored to help celebrate with the wonderful folks at Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market)

  • “We had the cranberry on a turkey sandwich with cheese and farmers’ market lettuce. It was wonderful!”

    Jane

    (A senior member of the Haymaker community who trusted our “good eats” suggestion. We’re grateful for you!)

  • “I wanted to stop by and tell you your kraut is amazing. We had the Eastern Roots with Pad Thai soup. Just perfect!”

    Ashley S.

    (What a terrific pairing. Haymaker food creatives are the BEST. We love you guys!)

  • "At Saturday’s market you recommended fiery sauerkraut on toasted sourdough with peanut butter. Thank-you, Thank-you! It is delicious and I would have never thought to pair peanut butter and sauerkraut."

    Kate K. via email

    (A trusty fan from Geauga Fresh on a flavor adventure)

  • "First time using your product. Got the garlic scape & chive. Love it! Also enjoyed our interaction at time of sale. Very informative. Thank you."

    Brenda W. via email

    (Happy Customer, Haymaker Farmers’ Market)

  • ”Your kraut was amazing on carrot dogs. My kids loved it!”

    Tiffany & her 2 Girls

    (Haymaker Farmers’ Market)

  • "Your sauerkraut was so good. I ate it like a side and it's been good for my stomach."

    Courtney

    (Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market)

  • "The whole family ate it right out of the jar... for breakfast. We just passed it around, and it was GONE! We'll be back again for more."

    Tiana and Luke

    (New Fans from Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market)

  • "I've been using your kraut on salads; it adds a lot of flavor. I actually hated sauerkraut until I found you guys!"

    Margo W.

    (Haymaker Farmers’ Market)

  • "The Sublime Celeriac was delicious with venison. I added your sauerkraut after cooking and the combined flavor of the venison and the kraut was amazing. This was a tasty kraut but I love every variety I've tried so far - they're all so different. I eat a spoonful just about every day... sometimes twice a day."

    Maria K

    (Local foodie and wellbeing enthusiast)

  • “I like the ginger sauerkraut. Sometimes I take it to school and sometimes I eat it for dinner. It’s really, really good.”

    Theo

    (Our favorite Young Krautster, soon to be 6 years. Happy Birthday Theo!)

  • “Hello, I purchased the Sweet Ginger Sauerkraut at Slovenian Home yesterday and tasted it and found that it was delicious, I will be regular customer. I read your story and found it very inspiring! Love your mission and passion!”

    Jeff Potocnik via email

    (1st timer & fellow Slovenian)

  • “I absolutely love the Fiery Kraut. I hate making chili without it anymore - topping off a bowl with this spicy kraut really adds a lot of flavor!”

    Karen C

    (Home sauerkraut maker and Kres customer)

  • “It’s so good I've just been eating it right out of the jar.”

    Barb M.

    (Loyal customer; Haymaker Farmers’ Market)

  • “Okay okay okay you are going to think I’m crazy cuz my roommate thought I was. Your cranberry kraut on a burger SMACKS. It’s so good I will never be able to eat a burger the same.”

    Amanda C

    (KSU student)