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10 Easy Camping Meals for Beginners
There’s something magical about camping—the fresh air, the stunning views, and the joy of disconnecting from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But let’s
Top 10 Lightweight Camping Burners
When you’re out in the wild, having a reliable and compact lightweight camping burner can make all the difference between a gourmet meal and a
Campervan Cooking Equipment
My list of campervan cooking equipment that everyone you needs to make cooking a dream.
Best Campervan Cooking Ideas: Complete Guide
Get a full list of Campervan Cooking ideas for your next adventure.
36 Easy Camping Breakfast Ideas
A list of my favourite easy camping recipe ideas for your next camping trip.
Best Camping Spots in Ireland: Discovering Ireland’s Hidden Gems
Embarking on a camping adventure in Ireland offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, explore picturesque landscapes, and experience the warmth of Irish hospitality.
Easy No Cook Camping Meal Ideas Guide
No Cook Camping Meal Ideas We all love getting out into the open to camp now and then whenever we can fit time in. It’s
The Best Wild Camping Locations in Ireland
Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of modern life and looking to escape into the great outdoors? If so, wild camping in Ireland
Step-by-Step: How to clean a Trangia Meths Burner
Guide on How to Clean A Trangia Meths Burner Welcome to this blog post on how to clean a Trangia meths burner! If you’re an
10 Delicious Recipe Ideas for Trangia Stove Cooking
Recipe Ideas for use with a Trangia Stove Hi, my name is Chef JJ and here I will give you a list of some of
Step-by-Step: Using a Trangia Stove for Outdoor Cooking
The Trangia stove is a well-known and widely used camping and backpacking stove that has gained popularity among outdoor enthusiasts for its simplicity, durability, and
Trangia Stoves 101: Understanding the Different Models
What are the different Trangia models available? Trangia stoves have long been a trusted choice among outdoor enthusiasts for their reliable performance and versatility. Whether
How to Use a Trangia: A Guide to using a Trangia Stove Safely
The Trangia is a popular camping stove used by hikers, backpackers, and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. While it is a reliable and efficient stove, it is
Trangia Camping Breakfast Recipe Ideas
In this article, our professional chef will give you a list of camping breakfast ideas that you can use to create a wide range of
6 Easy Trangia Camping Recipes
In this article, our professional chef has created these easy trangia camping recipes for your next camping adventure. Camping out in the open is a
Camping Keeping Food Cold
Greetings, fellow outdoor enthusiasts, Today, we will discuss a topic of utmost importance when embarking on a camping trip – keeping your food cold when
Vango Atom Stove: Best Ultralight Camping Stove
I’m a chef who loves to get outdoors and cook. I have used many different camping stoves over the years, and the Vango Atom Stove
Best Camping Skillet – Chefs Camping Cookware Guide 2023
The Best Camping Skillet for gas stove or open fire is a light-weight hard-anodised aluminium skillet. This skillet will heat better, scald or burn your
How to Use a Platypus Quickdraw Water Filter
The Platypus Quickdraw hollow fibre Microfilter combined with a water bladder is a fill-and-squeeze water filter. It filters 1l of water in under a minute
What is a Trangia Stove? Complete Beginners Guide
A Trangia Stove is a Swedish-made portable camping stove that primarily uses alcohol as its fuel source. The Trangia stove is a nesting cooking system.
Which Alcohol Fuel Should I Use? Complete Guide
Methylated Spirits also known as Denatured Alcohol is the best Alcohol Fuel for your Spirit Burner. Ethanol Alcohol should be the primary Alcohol as it
WHY IS THE TRANGIA GAS BURNER THE BEST?
The Trangia Gas Burner is an add-on gas burner attachment for the Trangia Cooking systems, the Trangia 27, 25, Trangia Triangle and open Spirit Stove.
IS IT LEGAL TO CAMP ON A BEACH IN IRELAND?
Under Irish by-laws, erecting any tent or temporary dwelling on public own Irish Beaches is illegal. This includes no camping on the foreshore, car park,
Titanium vs Aluminum Cookware. Our chef recommends the BEST.
Titanium Cookware is best for boiling water as it doesn’t distribute heat evenly. Aluminum cookware distributes heat evenly and is less likely to burn food.
How long does a 4oz – 110g fuel canister last?
A 4oz (110g) canister of 80/20 blend of Isobutane and propane will boil 64oz (1.9ltrs) of water per 1oz (28g) of fuel Using a pocket
How do you cook food on a hike?
To cook food on a hike, you need a camping stove, fuel, and a ready-to-eat meal that requires water and a long-handled spoon. Place the
9 Must Have Items for Cooking at a Campsite (2023)
Must-have items for camping include a cooking source, fuel, lighter, pots and pans. Including a water container, cookware, enough food and water for each person,
What are Esbit Fuel Tablets? How to use them.
Esbit Fuel tablets are made by mixing a Methenamine (Hexamine) with wax and are compressed into a tablet. It burns smokeless, doesn’t liquefy when burning
How to light a Camping Stove and the 4 tools you can use.
Even if you have a stove with a built-in igniter, you should always carry another way to create a spark to light your camping stove.
Camping Cookware: Chef Advice on Stainless steel Cookware
Stainless steel camping cookware is durable, cleans easily and won’t react with acidic foods. They tend to scorch food due to hot spots, can cost
Can I Camp in Winter in Ireland? A Beginner Guide
During the winter months, I often love the opportunity to go out in the wild and do a winter camp. I’m a chef, so Winter
Butane vs Propane Camping Stove. Which is Best
As a Professional Chef and experienced camper, I know how important it is to choose the right stove when camping. Choosing the right fuel is
Is Having a Camping Knife Necessary? Chef’s Knife Guide
Do you Need a Camping Knife? As a professional Chef with years of experience using knives on almost a daily basis, I will give my
12 Foods that Keep Well for Camping
12 Foods That Keep Well For Camping. Essential Food List Using my years of experience as a chef and an avid camper/hiker I have compiled
How To Take Bacon with you When Camping
How To Take Bacon With You When Camping It’s a well-known fact that bacon makes everything taste better. And when you’re camping, there’s nothing quite
Wild Camping in Ireland – How to guide
Irish Guide to Wild Camping in Ireland I’ve been wild camping in Ireland for over 20 years and have visited some of the country’s most
Camping Air Mattress vs camping Cot review
Camping air mattress vs. Camping Cot. Which is the Best? Camping air mattresses offer more comfort and are more like sleeping in your bed at
What are the Different Types of fuel for a Trangia Stove
The different types of fuel for a trangia stove I just love to get out camping and as a chef one of my favourite things
Best Caravan Solar Panel Kit UK 2023
Caravanning is a popular holiday choice for people of all ages, and a solar panel kit can make it even more enjoyable. By installing a
Best Fridge for a Campervan
What is the Best Fridge for a Campervan The best fridge for a campervan depends on your setup. A compressor fridge is best for a
Camping food ideas no refrigeration
tips for camping food That Require No Refrigeration Camping food doesn’t have to be dull or unhealthy. In fact, many different types of camping food
Are Tent Heaters Safe for Camping?
Are Tent Heaters Safe? Camping is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. However, it can be a little cold at night, especially
Jetboil Minimo vs Flash: Buyers Guide
Jetboil Minimo vs Flash If you are looking for a Jetboil, then you may be wondering whether to buy the Jetboil Minimo vs Flash. Both
Top 10 Best Cooking Equipment for Camping (Chef Reviews)
Cooking equipment for Camping Welcome to my top 10 list of best cooking equipment for camping. Hi, my name is JJ, and I am a
Trangia Spirit Burner vs Gas Burner: Which is best?
Is the Trangia Gas Buner better than the Trangia Spirit Burner? The Trangia Gas Burner is the perfect accessory for a faster cooking time, allows
Trangia 25 vs 27 – what’s the difference?
What’s the difference between the trangia 25 and the 27? The main difference between the Trangia 25 vs. the 27 is the size. The Trangia
Trangia Stove Review
Trangia Stove Review by a professional chef The Trangia cookset is a fantastic all-in-one cooking system. It can give the hiker or backpacker more options
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