Welcome to the canning club

Exclusive Recipes

Ona has been developing and testing incredible recipes for decades. By joining The Canning Club, you’ll get exclusive access to these tried-and-true recipes while supporting the work that goes into creating them. Plus, your membership helps keep this site free from pop-ups and ads—how nice is that?

Kitchen tips & more

Ona brings years of experience working in diverse kitchens and a wealth of knowledge passed down through generations in her family. As a Canning Club member, you’ll get an exclusive look into her culinary journey, along with valuable tips and tricks for more successful ventures in your own kitchen. Read more about her qualifications here!

Chat with ona 1-1

As a member of The Canning Club, you get exclusive 1:1 access to Ona! Whether you have questions about cooking, canning, preserving, or anything in between, Ona is here to help. Simply click the chat box in the bottom right corner once you're logged in and ask away!

FAQs

  • We post once a week—sometimes more! You’ll get quality recipes, kitchen tips, and exclusive content. No spam, no filler—just the good stuff.

  • Each recipe, article, or video takes hours of research, testing, and production. Instead of cluttering the site with ads or gating content behind social platforms, we built The Canning Club as a clean, focused space for people who are serious about leveling up their food preservation and cooking skills. Your subscription keeps this work sustainable—and lets you directly support independent, high-integrity food education for the cost of a cup of coffee each month.

  • Think of The Canning Club as a blend of Substack, Patreon, and a blog. You can expect a mix of quality recipes, exclusive videos, and in-depth articles on food history, food systems, and preservation techniques. I’ll dive into topics I’m passionate about and share lessons from my years of experience. Plus, members can suggest new topics or ask questions you’d like to see covered, making it a collaborative space for growing your skills together!

  • This space is for anyone who wants to learn—no matter your experience level! Whether you’re just starting to can your first batch of jam or you’ve been pressure canning for years, there’s something here for you. We focus on clear, practical techniques that help you preserve food safely and effectively, but also leave room for creativity and a deeper connection to traditional foodways. Unlike free canning blogs, The Canning Club offers richer, more in-depth content, straight from a certified Master Food Preserver. Our tested recipes go beyond just how to make something—they explain why it works, and you’ll have access to member-only articles, early event access, and opportunities to shape the future of content with your requests.

  • Definitely. The Club is meant to be a two-way street. If there’s a topic, technique, or food history rabbit hole you want explored, feel free to reach out through the member message form, email clarascanningco@gmail.com, or use the live chat feature in the Club section to message me directly. Many of our posts are sparked by member questions, so your input helps shape the content!

  • Yep! Your subscription gives you access to the full archive—so you can explore previous deep-dives, recipes, and resources at your own pace.

  • While we don’t offer a traditional trial period, we’re currently offering 50% off memberships for the first 30 days—just $4/month (normally $8/month). This ensures the Club is accessible for anyone interested in learning and supporting the work we do. Plus, there’s no long-term commitment—you can cancel anytime!

  • Click the chat tab on the bottom right of the screen when you’re logged into The Canning Club, and ask anything! If we aren’t online, we’ll respond via email within 48hours!