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Stories, science and step-by-step guides to making authentic Bulgarian yogurt and kefir at home.
Why Bulgarian Yogurt Is Different — and Better
Why Bulgarian Yogurt Is Different — and Better Walk into any supermarket and you'll find shelves of "yogurt." Most of it is mild, sweetened,...
How to Use a Yogurt Maker (and Without One)
How to Use a Yogurt Maker (and How to Do It Without One) A yogurt maker has one job: hold milk at a steady,...
Probiotics for Women Over 35: The Science
Probiotics for Women Over 35: What the Science Says If you're over 35 and curious about probiotics, you've probably noticed the noise: bold promises,...
Kefir vs Yogurt: What's the Difference for Your Gut?
Kefir vs Yogurt: What's the Difference for Your Gut? Kefir and yogurt are cousins. Both begin with milk, both are transformed by friendly bacteria,...
What Is Lactobacillus bulgaricus?
What Is Lactobacillus bulgaricus? The Strain Behind Bulgarian Yogurt Every jar of authentic Bulgarian yogurt owes its tang, its thickness, and its name to...
How to Make Authentic Bulgarian Yogurt at Home
How to Make Authentic Bulgarian Yogurt at Home Bulgarian yogurt is thick, tangy, and quietly alive. For generations it was made in clay pots...