I am excited to bring Garden Heat to Kekoskee River Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026!
I plan to be set up and ready to start selling by about 9:00 a.m. at Kekoskee Village Park. I will be there while supplies last.
What’s Happening at River Day
Kekoskee River Day will have plenty going on throughout the day. Mad Dog & Merrill will be filming their Midwest Grillin’ show on site beginning around 10:00 a.m. The event will also include a display of Native American artifacts, local crafts and vendors, and live music following the filming.
It is a fun opportunity to spend the day in the park, enjoy the activities, and support local vendors.
What I’ll Have for Sale
I will have a small selection of homemade goods available, including:
- Garden Heat, my small-batch lacto-fermented hot sauce
- Maple syrup, produced in small batches on our property
- Fresh baked goods
I will have limited quantities of Garden Heat available, so if you have been wanting to try it, I encourage you to stop by early.
If you are interested in how we make our maple syrup, you can also read Homestead Maple Syrup Making: Sugar Shack to 66° Brix Gold.
About Garden Heat
Garden Heat starts with garden-grown peppers and a lacto-fermentation process that develops its tangy flavor before the sauce is bottled.
If you would like a closer look at the general process behind lacto-fermenting vegetables, you can also read my recent post, How to Make Lacto-Fermented Dill Pickles in a Crock. While the finished product is different, the same basic fermentation principles are at work.
An Invitation
I will be offering hot-sauce samples, so please feel free to stop by and say hello—even if you are simply curious to taste Garden Heat or learn more about what I am making. Your support and encouragement mean a lot as I take this next step.
I am excited to keep building a business around the food we grow, preserve, and make at home. If you are coming to Kekoskee River Day, I would love to see you there!
If you are planning to attend Kekoskee River Day, what are you most looking forward to seeing or doing?
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