So, there I was, sitting next to the tent in the middle of the Pyrenees savouring the most amazing Catalan cheesecake baked on a gas stove in precise accordance to a family recipe handed down across generations. A rich, sweet aroma filled the air and the flavours exploded on my palate. A perfect dessert… if […]
Cooking outside the comforts of a home kitchen often comes with the misconception that outdoor meals are less varied. Sure, there’s nothing wrong with the classic barbecue and grilled meats—unless, of course, you’re a vegetarian or vegan on the hunt for plant-based alternatives. However, for those travelling for extended periods, a diverse menu—or dare I […]
This product review started completely on the wrong foot, because I never understood the idea of filling up a box with ice cubes to keep stuff cold when I have a perfectly capable compressor fridge in the back of the Land Rover…until, that is, I didn’t. Don’t get me wrong, I still have the Dometic […]
The original stainless-steel wood burning Solo stoves are available in three sizes: Lite (1-2 persons), Titan (2-4 persons) and Campfire (4 persons or more). Popular for backpacking, bushcraft and vehicle supported travel, the Solo Stove has two main components, the stove itself and a cooking ring which doubles as a windshield. Personally, I use the […]
I like uncomplicated yet effective travel gear and seeing as the Optimus SVEA has been in production for more than 70 years, this small stove made completely from brass is right up my street. Approximately 9 cm in diameter, 13 cm high and weighing 614 g with fuel, SVEA fits in everywhere. Turned upside-down with […]
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