Host Rebecca Echevarria speaks with Darich Pérez Reyes, a prolific fermenter, artist, gardener, cook and more, who is based in the Hudson Valley. He was born in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico and we discuss his practice and passion for ancestral fermentation, learn about fermentation in Puerto Rico and dive deeper into a particular ferment he holds close to his heart, pique, a traditional hot sauce from the island.

More information about Darich and his practice, Puerto Rican fermentation and pique can be found at the links below: 

- Wild Culture Kitchen

- Ponce Fermentation Festival

- Jappi Foods Company 

- Jaruya Pique Artesanal