Kaitlynn Fenley

Kaitlynn Fenley Food Microbiologist and Fermentation Specialist

Kaitlynn is a Food Microbiologist and FSPCA-certified fermentation specialist. An alumna of the LSU College of Science, she combines her academic background in microbiology with her Cajun heritage to create safe and delicious recipes.

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Kaitlynn Fenley is a Food Microbiologist and Fermentation Specialist dedicated to the intersection of traditional food preservation and absolutely delicious recipes. An alumna of the Louisiana State University (LSU) College of Science with a B.Sc. in Microbiology, she bridges the gap between science and home cooking.

Beyond her academic background, Kaitlynn is FSPCA Certified in Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCQI), ensuring every fermentation protocol on this site meets rigorous safety standards. As a native Cajun from St. James Parish, Louisiana, she pairs her scientific rigor with a deep-rooted passion for nourishing, flavor-forward cooking for herself and her husband, Jon.