Jenn de la Vega is a caterer and cookbook author based in Brooklyn, NY. Her most recent projects include The Four Horsemen Cookbook, ISLAS, Đi Ăn, Justine Cooks, and the forthcoming My Neighbor Totoro ...

Dill pickles are typically made with cucumbers, vinegar, salt, sugar, fresh dill, and spices. But spices like black peppercorns, mustard seed, and fresh garlic can add more flavor to your pickles.

Making pickles at home is a rewarding process. You can make them using traditional recipes or experimenting with new flavours. However, using the wrong ingredients in the preparation can make the ...