Fresh Crunch

This review is for the pickling class in Falls Church.
We bought the Living Social/​Groupon deal for classes. It started with small bites — which were actually more like a dinner (small bites can be way too small in my opinion) and they were amazing. Great way to show meal ideas and how to use the pickled veggies we were making.
We pickled three different types of veggies, which vary depending on the season. He taught us basic techniques, which technique is best for each vegetable, etc. Matt started with basic recipes and let everyone add their own spices, which being a picky eater is a huge plus. He helped everyone, trying to suggest combinations based on the vegetable and what each person liked. And we had loads of food to take home!
This class is laid back, so don’t attend looking for a proper, strict cooking class. Everything is hands on, chopping, mixing, etc.
A great evening, really fun and totally worth the price. I would recommend this to anyone who loves pickled vegetables or loves cooking.

My fiancé and I did the pickling class with Matt. We’ve purchased a few products before, from the Alexandria market. The class was an ok experience — the pickles were tasty! My fiancé pointed out that Matt is probably a much better pickler and entrepreneur than classroom instructor. But I think it was a nice way to pass the afternoon.

The best pickles ever. No competition. I love how inventive Matt gets and the combinations. Recently tried the picked cabbage and have been craving it ever since… I seriously get a pickle fix and liad up every time they come to the Del Ray farmers market. The Flying Mexican is a favorite in my house and you can snack on these pickles straight out of the jar or add them to a sandwich for one satisfying lunch. Always excited to see what new items they’ve got! Not to mention the owners are super nice and really open to feedback… great customer service!

I am so amazed only 1 review. and of course a good one :) These are the best. I have purchased and consumed every different kind of Pickle they have and many of them numerous times. The pickled Asparagus doesn’t even make it home half the time. The Ginger Beets, White Balsamic Pickles, Carrots, the Peppers, the Green Beans. I know I missed a lot. SORRY. My mouth is watering just thinking about Fresh Crunch… YUMMERS
And save your jars they have a recycling program. Bring back 2 jars receive a dollar off your purchase.
I want my Fresh Crunch Pickles and nothing else will do

Husband and I discovered Fresh Crunch at the Del Ray Farmers Market in Alexandria this season. I am a die-​hard pickled *anything* fan (ever had Jake & Amos’ pickled Brussels sprouts? Oh.Muh.GAWD.): there are two jars of Claussen halves in our fridge at all times, I’m notorious among coworkers for stealing pickle spears off lunch plates, and I do my own (super basic) pickling at home on occasion. So when I noticed the Fresh Crunch stall at Del Ray, I went hustling on over immediately.
Fresh Crunch Pickles is a specialty food extension of Fresh Lunch caterers, run by UVA grad Matt Bressan. He’s putting together some pretty inventive pickle combinations, from curry and cauliflower to carrots and jalapeño (cleverly named «Flying Mexican»). The folks running the farm market stand have a rainbow array of samples spread out for you to nibble, and are happy to answer any questions you might have (why, yes, you *do* detect cumin in the seasoning blend, Smarty Pants). Favorites include subtle Sweet Dill Cucumbers, Citrus Ginger Beets with a hint of warmth, and the aforementioned exceptionally spicy Flying Mexican Carrots — particularly when you bite into a slice of jalapeño which has pickled right along with the orange root veg. Additional choices could include cauliflower, green beans, okra, cabbage, and a few other cucumber varieties (spicy or sour) among others. The vegetables change regularly depending on what’s fresh and in-​season.
Jars are $ 7 each, or two for $ 12. As a bonus, Fresh Crunch offers a «recycling» program: bring two jars back to the market and receive a dollar off your next purchase.