Food Reviews
All food gear reviews.
Sunnyside Denatured Alcohol Review
A thorough look at Sunnyside Denatured Alcohol as a backpacking stove fuel — covering burn performance, efficiency, safety, and where it fits in the alcohol-fuel landscape.
Real Turmat Chili con Carne Review
A freeze-dried chili from Norwegian brand Real Turmat — solid flavor, good protein, and vacuum-packed convenience, but mild heat and moderate calorie density temper the enthusiasm.
REAL Turmat Kebabgryte Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian chicken kebab stew with rice — bold spicing, easy prep, but modest calories for hard-working thru-hikers.
REAL Turmat Kjøttsuppe (Beef Soup) Review
A lightweight, gluten-free freeze-dried beef and vegetable soup from Norwegian brand REAL Turmat — best suited as a warming midday break rather than a full trail dinner.
Real Turmat Kylling Karri (Chicken Curry) Review
A detailed review of Real Turmat's Chicken Curry freeze-dried meal — Norwegian-made, vacuum-packed, and lactose-free, with 627 kcal in 132g.
Real Turmat Kylling Tikka Masala Review
A well-seasoned, 579 kcal freeze-dried chicken tikka masala from Norwegian brand Real Turmat — fast to prep, vacuum-packed, and among the best-tasting pouches in the category.
REAL Turmat Kyllingsuppe (Chicken Soup) Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian chicken soup with coconut milk, ginger, and garlic — best as a lightweight trail lunch rather than a calorie-dense main meal.
Real Turmat Laks med Pasta og Fløtesaus Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian salmon pasta from arctic-tested Drytech. Rich, creamy, and consistently praised by users — but watch the salt content.
REAL Turmat Pulled Pork with Rice Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian classic — the REAL Turmat Pulled Pork with Rice earns its best-seller status with genuine flavour and fast rehydration, at a premium price.
REAL Turmat Freeze-Dried Meals Review
REAL Turmat is a Norwegian freeze-dried meal line made in Tromsø for backpackers and expeditions — strong on taste and variety, but it'll cost you.
REAL Turmat Storfegryte (Beef Stew) Review
A review of REAL Turmat's freeze-dried Beef Stew — 602 kcal of Norwegian-sourced beef, rice, and vegetables in a vacuum-packed pouch. Solid taste, steep price.
REAL Turmat Tomato Soup Review
A freeze-dried vegan tomato soup from Norwegian brand REAL Turmat. Light, comforting, and easy to prepare — but 286 kcal makes it a lunch option, not a dinner.
Real Turmat Torsk i Kremet Karrisaus (Cod in Creamy Curry Sauce) Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian cod curry from Drytech's Real Turmat line — mild, creamy, and hearty, but modest on calories for a demanding day out.
REAL Turmat Viltgryte (Reindeer Stew) Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian reindeer stew with lingonberries and mushrooms — distinctive Nordic flavors in a compact vacuum-sealed pouch, at a price premium.
REAL Turmat Asian Curry Review
A thorough review of REAL Turmat's vegan Asian Curry freeze-dried meal: flavor, rehydration quality, caloric density, and who it's best suited for.
REAL Turmat Bacalao Review
A freeze-dried Norwegian clipfish stew inspired by Portuguese tradition — real flavor ambition, but 405 kcal keeps it from being a full-dinner workhorse.
Ursack AllMitey Review
The Ursack AllMitey is an IGBC-certified soft bear bag that combines UHMWP and Kevlar to resist both bears and small critters — a canister alternative worth serious consideration.
Ursack Major Review
The Ursack Major is an IGBC-certified, 10.65L bear-resistant food bag that weighs just 204g — a compelling canister alternative for most bear country.
Forclaz Repas Lyophilisé Pâtes à la Bolognaise Review
A budget-friendly freeze-dried bolognese pasta from Decathlon's Forclaz line — fast prep, clean ingredients, but light on calories for hungry trekkers.
Forclaz Freeze-Dried Mashed Potato & Minced Beef Review
A budget-friendly French freeze-dried trail dinner with solid calories and clean sourcing — but inconsistent rehydration keeps it from greatness.
Forclaz Duo de Quinoa aux Légumineuses Freeze-Dried Meal Review
A budget-friendly, high-protein vegetarian freeze-dried meal from Decathlon's Forclaz line, combining white and red quinoa with green lentils in an 8-minute camp-ready pouch.
Forclaz Repas Lyophilisé Végétarien et Bio – Semoule aux Légumes Review
A budget-friendly, organic vegetarian dehydrated trail meal from Decathlon's Forclaz line — solid value, but low caloric density warrants attention for hard days out.
BearVault BV450 Jaunt Review
The BearVault BV450 Jaunt is a 7.2L, tool-free polycarbonate bear canister built for 3–4 day solo trips. Broad regulatory approval, transparent walls, and a fair price make it a trail staple — but the weight is real.