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Food Reviews
Backpacker field tests the tastiest recipes, reviews pre-packaged backpacking food, and evaluates lightweight, gourmet and tasty food options for the backcountry trail. Try not to get too hungry while reading our latest backcountry food reviews.
The Best Dehydrated Macaroni and Cheese
Think all cheese delivery services taste the same? Not a chance.
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Pouch Wars: The Best Dehydrated Backpacking Curry
Nine international spicy stews go head to head.
Pouch Wars: The Best Dehydrated Burrito Bowls
Which take on beans and rice deserves to end up on your tortilla?
Pouch Wars: The Best Dehydrated Backpacking Pasta
Nine meals were sampled. Only one was crowned king.
Pouch Wars: The Best Dehydrated Shepherd’s Pie
Only one rib-sticking potato mash took top marks.
Pouch Wars: The Best Dehydrated Backpacking Chili
Only one smoky bean bowl earned top marks.
Fuel Up With an Energy Drink Mix That Actually Tastes Good
Get the electrolytes you need without overpowering your tastebuds.
Happy Yak Merry Berry Couscous
The best breakfast of 2021.
Brave Overnight Breakfast
The best no-cook breakfast of 2021.
Good To-Go Cuban Rice Bowl
The best vegetarian dinner of 2021.
ZENB Sweet Potato Veggie Bites
The best savory snack of 2021.
Setton Farms Chipotle BBQ Pistachio Kernels
The best nut-based snack of 2021.
Honey Stinger Plus+ Performance Chews Stingerita Lime
The best caffeinated snack of 2021.
Campfare Chicken Tikka Masala
The best fully hydrated dinner of 2021.
Next Mile Meals Beef Tacos
The best dinner for thru-hiking of 2021.
Nutrient Survival Vitamin Coffee Classic
The best drink of 2021.
Editors’ Choice 2021: Good To-Go Chicken Pho
Fuel up better with this savory soup.
Kate’s Real Food Bars
Energy boost
Stowaway Gourmet Turkish Delight
Best breakfast