Coconut Coucous Lentil Stew

It’s the beginning of Fall and the perfect time to go backpacking. This year I had the chance to take a couple backpacking trips and it got me really excited about going into the backcountry again.

Toasted Pound Cake with Pineapple and Coconut Rum Caramel

When Mai-yan and I were on our bike tour we didn’t make many desserts (though we may have eaten quite a few).

Backpacking French Toast

Ever since I moved away from my best friend in Florida to go west, we’ve talked about meeting up in a cool place halfway between us for an adventure.

Eggs in the Backcountry

I recently purchased a dehydrator, and have been getting more daring in my recipes. Most people I’ve spoken to mainly use their dehydrators for camping recipes like jerky and dried fruits and vegetables.

Herby Cheddar Cheese Crackers

It’s been a hiking kinda summer. In the last year or so, a hiking group has naturally formed which we’ve named Trailchuggers. It’s a silly name but it’s something to hang on to and it motivates us to coordinate 5 different schedules so we can get outside and have an adventure together.

Peach Blackberry Fruit Leather

We’re going to Banff in a few weeks, and I’m starting to get really excited about the possibility of seeing grizzlies, moose, caribou, wolves, and the insane wilderness of the Canadian Rockies! My excitement is reminding me that I’m in charge of the food for 4 people, and I better get prepping.

Sweet Potato and Sausage Savory Pie Bomb

Here it is, the end of July already, which means birthday month is officially coming to an end. I absolutely love birthday month and this year was even better with Emily and I successfully pulling off a joint birthday backpacking celebration.

Mountain Berry Bread

I am not the master baker of this group. We all know that title belongs to Aimee. But I’ve been backpacking a lot lately, and baked goods seem to be the best thing to eat on the first morning of the trip. So not only have I been baking, but I’ve been vegan baking! I’ve […]

Zucchini Carrot Walnut Muffins

I don’t get many weekends off from work. When I get lucky with more than one day off in a row, I take advantage. This has lead to a bunch of fun quick trips so far this summer.

Red, White, and Bean Salad

How exciting to have Independence Day on a Saturday this year! Hopefully that means that all of you will be able to escape to somewhere beautiful and high up so you can see a fabulous fireworks show and enjoy a warm summery evening with your friends. Here is a recipe that’s perfect for a day […]