6 Gadgets That Will Transform Your Camping Kitchen for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

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Camping is a real pleasure; there’s something really nice about eating outdoors, isn’t there? For some reason, it always tastes better. But the experience can quickly turn into a disaster if you don’t have the right camping gear on hand.

In addition to the essentials (such as camping dishes, refrigerator, camping table etc.), a few gadgets can make your stay in the camp kitchen much less stressful, and can even help you avoid packing too much stuff (which we can easily do, especially when it comes to cookware).

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current camping kitchen or just want to start over, here are six gadgets we think will make your time spent in the tent even more enjoyable.

1. Jetboil

Whether you’re going camping or on a day hike, the Jetboil is a must-have if you want to cook something to eat or enjoy a hot drink. camping stove It’s compact (small enough to fit in a backpack), lightweight, and can boil water in just over a minute. We gave the Jetboil Flash five stars in our review and think it’s a must-have piece of one-pot camping gear.

2. Areopress coffee maker

If you thought you couldn’t enjoy a fresh cup of coffee because you were camping, think again because the Areopress Coffee Maker makes it possible. This small device is lightweight, portable and can make three cups of filtered coffee in a minute. It’s perfect for traveling or longer trips.

3. YETI Travel Bag

‘Why is a bag an essential piece of camping kitchen equipment?? you ask. Well, not only is this bag perfect for day trips, but thanks to its waterproof construction and sturdy, upright design, it’s also perfect for filling with soapy water to wash dirty pots and pans. You can even use it for a quick morning wash of the bucket or a good soaking of the wetsuit – I told you it was more than just a bag.

4. Cobb

Want to cook up a feast while camping? The Cobb is what you need, especially if you’re looking for something more compact. With this multi-functional device, you can fry, boil, bake, grill and smoke your favourite foods (you can even roast a chicken in it). What’s even better is that it weighs just 4kg, so it’s completely portable.

5. Multi-tool

Instead of taking a whole set of kitchen knives with you on your camping trip, a multi-tool is a much more compact option. Not only can you use it for food prep, but you can also use it for a variety of other camping tasks, whether it’s cutting rope or repairing gear – it’s definitely worth having in your camping kitchen.

6. Icy Breeze

AND refrigerator is essential on longer camping trips to keep food fresh and drinks icy cold, but the IcyBreeze is more than just a cooler, it’s also an air conditioner! It blows out icy air at 35 degrees below the outside temperature, so you can sit back, relax and stay cool while sipping a chilled drink. All you have to do is fill it with a little cold water and it does the rest.