(This entry is as much a “note-to-self” as it is a note-to-readers.)
First of all, the nutritionally conscious will buy a dehydrator and make their own dehydrated meals (which are generally considered more nutritious than freeze-dried meals.)
Or, if you want someone else to do the work for you, here are two nice options, recommended by reliable sources:
Hawk Vittles
Lightweight gourmet meals made by a chef. Nutritious, creative recipes.
(Post trip review: good taste and looks good, but doesn’t thoroughly soften and bag shape makes it difficult to stir. Quantity size: okay. Those who need more calories may want to buy double-sized meals.)
http://hawkvittles.com/order.html
Pack It Gourmet
Haven’t yet tried it.
http://www.packitgourmet.com/
This one is an internet discovery. Haven’t tried it.
Pack Lite Foods
Try it and let me know how it is.
http://www.packlitefoods.com/
Wise Company
http://wisefoodstorage.com/
But better than what?
Alas, both these brands have carried me through hundreds — maybe thousands — of miles. But, I’m simply no longer enthused by their offerings.
Backpackers Pantry
http://www.backpackerspantry.com/
Mountain House
http://www.mountainhouse.com/
Best,
Robert
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Robert Matson
New York City Recumbent Supply
The Innovation Works, Inc.
copyright 2011 Robert Matson
One reply on “Good lightweight camping food – it exists”
Good suggestions! We actually offer a sample of both Mountainhouse and Wise Food for FREE (just pay shipping) if anyone is interested in checking them out. Good choices for camping food!
http://www.freezedryguy.com/homepage/catalog/tabid/91/categoryid/8/productid/49/default.aspx