Letter from the Foundress
Happy new year! The start of a new year is the ideal time to stop and thank yourself for choosing That Kombucha. It is thanks to you that we continue to grow independently and sustainably, faithful to our mission of sharing a kombucha as delicious and beneficial as its homemade version. For our (incredible) team, […]
Plants: A Portal of Consciousness
Reconnecting with nature: balance between body, mind and spirit Plants are truly a portal to consciousness and bring a number of benefits to human life in various aspects, including the body, emotions, mind and spirit. This connection to the natural world can be profoundly transformative and enriching, offering a constant source of inspiration, renewal, and […]
Skin and Fermentation
Relationship between gut and skin: the importance of the microbiome for skin health The skin microbiome is the set of microorganisms that live on human skin. These organisms include bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa that contribute to the balance of the skin and can play an important role in health. The skin microbiome is unique […]
Post-summer reset: the power to get back to the routine
Tips for an invigorating post-holiday reset We have reached September, that month of change and “rebalancing”! On vacation we end up taking a detour from our routines (and how good you know!) but then it can seem difficult to get out of this summer mood. That’s why the idea of starting from scratch makes perfect […]
The World in the Pocket: Fermentation as Art, Culture, and Global Connection
From Sourdough to Yogurt: A Global Creative Fermentation Journey Fermentation surrounds us at all times. It would be even more correct to say that our whole existence is inseparable from fermentation, from the beginnings of life on earth. Fermentation is a process of transformation at the microscopic level, which unfolds, in subtle but powerful fervor, […]
Nature conservation in climate action: the key role of forests
Environmental economics: the transformation needed to sustain our planet The right to a healthy environment is, in fact, the basis of all human rights. The lack of a healthy environment is one of the biggest causes of poverty and the biggest cause of mortality in the world. A reality that has become more acute as […]
You have to leave the Island to see the Island
Saramago and the exodus: a necessary encounter with the internal and external unknown I’ve been thinking about the movement back to unknown places. To the unknown that is the Island, and to the unknown that we are. Few people outside the island are aware of a phenomenon that all of us, inside it, experience: the […]
Notions and Tips for a Good Fermentation
From water to honey: notes and essential ingredients for successful fermentation Fermented food and drink is enjoyed in many cultures around the world. Much of the food we eat on a day-to-day basis such as coffee, chocolate, cheese, salami, olives, beer, wine, kombucha (…) is fermented. Fermentation is a natural process in which carbohydrates are […]
The resilient search for textile sustainability during the pandemic
Sustainable fashion in focus: growing environmental awareness and the pandemic that transformed trends More than half of those responsible for sustainability at textile and apparel brands have seen an increase in consumer demand for environmentally sustainable practices and products since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. A study by the US Cotton Trust Protocol, which […]
Sowing urban and eco-conscious ecosystems
Sustainability in every drop: the connection between kombucha, ecosystems and the preservation of the planet. The importance of Ecosystems Since we have to live in a system that is in an ecosystem. I believe that for anything to work, there need to be several components that complement each other and add overall value. We can […]
The inspiring journey of Aquela Kombucha
Sharing, resilience and greatness in the little things: lessons learned from the art of fermentation We are not alone. We are part of a whole: of a universe, of a planet, of a continent, of a country, of a city, of a community, of a family. It is positive to gain perspective. When I sink […]
Use the wool. The environment is grateful and so are the sheep
Demystifying shearing: a journey of care, ethics and appreciation of indigenous breeds. Spring has already started and here at Saber Fazer is the time when we start to think (even) more about one of our favorite materials, Wool, because we are entering the shearing season! In Portugal we have 16 indigenous breeds of sheep raised […]
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Japanese breakfast with Yoske Nishiumi
Traditional breakfast, fermented foods and the magic of miso If you’ve ever stayed overnight in a traditional Ryokan somewhere in Japan, you must have tasted its breakfast. He is served in his room, while he is still in his Yukata pajamas, sitting at a low table on the Tatami mat. For those who have never […]
Composting is easy
Unlocking the secrets of composting: turning waste into natural fertilizers through the worm revolution Any person or organization can compost. Transforming kitchen and garden scraps into quality natural fertilizers is a simple, ecological and economical way to value organic waste and promote environmentally friendly agriculture. There are several ways to compost… AbroadThose who have an […]
Healthy fermentations at home
Explore the art of lactic fermentation to transform fruits and vegetables into delicious preserves The fermentation of vegetables and fruits (lactic fermentation) has been used by many peoples for several centuries, being very useful not only to make certain foods safer in the absence of refrigeration, but also to increase the stability of perishable products […]
The Myths of Essential Oils
Explore the world of Essential oils: care, quality criteria and conscious aromatherapy. Essential Oils are not for playing with dolls! It is very important that all those who use essential oils know that it is not because it is a “natural product” that it will not hurt. Because if it is misused, it can cause […]
Plants don’t want to be eaten
Understanding the defenses of plants: from survival to conscious eating, an agroecological and regenerative journey. Unlike animals, plants cannot run away from their predators. As such, they have developed several strategies to defend themselves and survive: physical defense – by equipping themselves with protective elements such as thorns or defense by symbiosis with defending animals […]
The vision of Yoga through the Soul
Exploring the essence of Yoga: a journey towards serenity and awareness. Welcome to the House of the Soul. At a time when the excess of information is as harmful as or more harmful than the lack of it, it is essential that we increasingly try to find the purest sources that allow us to drink […]
Your journey to less waste
Discover practical strategies to reduce food waste at home. Take control, make smart choices and become part of the revolution against waste. Food waste starts in our dustbin!Did you know that according to the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) about a third of all food produced annually is wasted? But before […]
Fermented foods: The revolution for full health
Discover the secrets of ‘live’ fermented foods to transform your health and taste buds. Ancestral tradition, conservation methods and the importance in modern culture. Earth’s First InhabitantsBacteria were among the first inhabitants on planet Earth. From the fermentation between them and the mutations that this process created, the rest of the beings we see today […]
