An instant barbecue that doubles as a camping gas cooker? How perfect that sounds. People seem to love the Cadac camping stove, so we’ve given it a try too. See what we thought. Read more
Clever tips and cooking equipment to make campsite meals easy and fun. From using less gas to carrying eggs; from keeping pans clean to unsalting the too-salty! Read more
Family, friends, fun and food are the four ingredients that make a camping trip truly special. When it comes to packing provisions, though, how can you make things easy, exciting and nutritious for vegans and people on plant-based diets? Read more
Cooking kit made specially for campers can be a bit utilitarian – and not always great quality. So, we’re always looking out for camp kitchen equipment that’s well-designed, multi-use and easy to pack. Here’s some of the best. Read more
We’ve been promising to review the LotusGrill barbecue ever since we thoroughly road-tested the Cobb. So here we are. Did it prove to be smokeless? Did it really only take three minutes to get to cooking temperature? Read more
Which is the best barbecue? We’ve tested lots and we now have a favourite for every budget. Plus ways to get the coals glowing faster and make barbecuing healthier. Read more
Can you live without toast? We can’t…so we’ve been on the hunt for the perfect camping toaster that’s quick, easy and packable. Have a look at these campstove toasters and let us know what you use too. Read more
Camping and foraging for mushrooms are the perfect recipe for a wild weekend. Our expert tells you what to look for. Read more
Although we love campsite cooking, there are times when we just want something fast and delicious. We’ve tested lots of readymeals and kits to find the ones that work. Shhhh, don’t tell! Read more
Imagine you’re on the banks of the Danube when you make this delicious campfire fish soup and make the most of British wild food with easy nettle soup. Read more
Forage for wild garlic (responsibly and carefully) and make these simple camping-friendly recipes. Vegetarian options too. Read more
A delicious camping meal that’s fun to make, easy to adapt and even easier to eat. Four recipes in under an hour, all cooked on woodburning camping stoves. Read more
We’ve come across some clever-looking barbecue innovations, but are they really any better than a basic barbecue? How do the Lotus Grill and the Cobb compare? Read more
Chargrilled tofu or steak with rice and lentil pilaff, a gooey chocolate pancake and a perfect camping breakfast-on-toast. Try our fast and simple camping recipes using either a Cadac Safari Chef or any decent camping stove. Read more
Which kitchen tools are essential for your camping kit? Delicious courgette fritters persuaded us to take a hand-powered processor perfect for campsite meals and dips. Read more
Is the Cobb barbecue better? Will it change our camping cooking? We’ve tested this tabletop barbecue on a menu of marinated trout and veggies and turkey kebabs. Here’s what we thought of it. Read more
”We are the cooking apes, the creatures of the flame”. Matthew de Abaitua shares an extract from his book, his campfire cooking kit and his love of eating outdoors. Read more
Our competition to win a kotlich campfire cooking set inspired some talented outdoor cooks. Here are just some of their mouthwatering recipes. Read more
Unless you have a big frying pan or plenty of hobs, cooking a camp breakfast is tricky. Here’s a way to get all the satisfaction of a fry-up without the hassle. Read more
The loveliest places to camp, eat and visit in the Lake District at any time of year. Share your tips and your favourite Cumbrian campsites, cafés and more. Read more
What a find. Free nuts in the hedgerow! It looks like a bumper year for British cobnuts. We’ve created a few of recipes to bring out their deliciousness. Try our (vegan) carrot bacon with them too! Read more
If you thought the camping season was over, you’re missing a treat. Add some warm layers, stoke up the campfire and take some inspiration for outdoor cooking from Andy Stevenson, developer of online local foodie and outdoor cookery community Local Food Lunches. Read more
A super-quick, delicious fish or vegan camping dish. Use smoked tofu, salmon, trout or any fish that keeps its shape. Local and sustainable is our choice! Read more
Giles loves woodland camping and the tastiest wild & local food. Let him win you over to the simple pleasures! Read more
Where’s worth exploring in the UK this year? Well, how about Hebden Bridge – reputed to be the fourth funkiest place on earth. We’ve certainly found some great campsites and fabulous food. Read more
Camping food needs to be quick and simple, but it can still have a gourmet touch. Try our recipe for a Moroccan-inspired chargrilled or barbecue meal that works with fish, chicken or aubergine steaks. Use a camping stove, a barbecue or the Cadac. Read more
Foraging is a great way to put free, super-fresh and tasty delicacies on the camping menu. Monica Wilde gives us an introduction to where, how and what to forage. Read more
Camping and eating in Shropshire and Somerset. A guide to great campsites and some delicious food finds. Read more
Here’s the first dish we ever tried on the Cobb oven – and it was a hit with our taste-testers. We served it as a starter, but add new potatoes and a larger salad for a main course. Read more
Make a pie at home the day before and you’ll have an easy first night’s camping dinner. Cath de Abaitua shares her recipe for Festival Pie. Read more
