If you’re tired of forcing down prepackaged foods on the trail, it might be time to start preparing your own backcountry meals at home. Dehydrating is one popular option among backpackers, but ...

Fruits are nature's candy, but we don't just eat them because they taste sweet. Many fruits are also incredibly nutritious; they're particularly high in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, so ...

As the popularity of at-home freeze drying continues to grow, so do questions about its safety. Once primarily a commercial food preservation technique, freeze drying has made its way into homes, with ...

From a leader in backpacking meals to entrepreneurs putting their spin on the market, Oregon is a hub for freeze-dried food. In the Pacific Northwest, farmers markets show off the bounties of the ...

Over the past decade, events such as hurricanes, wildfires, widespread power outages, and global pandemics have made one thing undeniably clear: preparation isn’t optional—it’s essential. As the ...

pink frosting in a clear bowl next to two pink-frosted chocolate cupcakes - Jessica Morone/Tasting Table Store-bought strawberry frosting has a pretty pink color, but it may also have a slightly ...

In a world where unpredictability is the only certainty, preparing for emergencies is necessary. Food security is often the top priority for preppers, survivalists, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who ...