Last week, the 4th and 5th-grade classes at St. Marys Catholic Elementary School had a special visit from Freeze Dried Emporium as part of their S.T.R.E.A.M. curriculum.
Tasha VanSickles from Freeze Dried Emporium explained the process of freeze-dried food, the equipment needed, and the science behind it. The freeze-drying process involves removing moisture from the items to make them shelf-stable and preserve them longer. Compared to dehydrated items, freeze-dried foods retain almost all their nutrition.
After the presentation, the students were treated to some Freeze Dried Emporium products. Locally, the company carries products at St. Marys Nutrition, Calypso & Co, Elk Mountain Winery, and Chicken Hill Distillery. They hope to expand to Ridgway and Johnsonburg in the near future and are happy to support local!
For more information, visit Freeze Dried Emporium at https://freezedriedemporium.com/ or visit their shop in Emporium, PA, Monday-Friday 9-5 p.m.
