Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
From the campfire to the cooktop — every camp cooking question you've ever had, answered
Whether you're chasing the perfect camp coffee, cooking through a total fire ban, or wondering if freeze-dried meals are actually worth it — Ben and Lauren have served up a feast of answers. In this Q&A compilation episode, our video guy, Larry, has raided four years' worth of content to collate your most common camp cooking and food questions into one well-seasoned episode.
From camp oven lamb shanks and the great damper debate, to induction cooker realities, 12V oven limitations, and the AeroPress fan club — our gear gurus dish out practical advice on planning your camp menu, prepping smarter at home, and making the most of whatever cooking setup you've got.
Tune in for a blast from the past — and a whole lot of food for thought!
00:00 — Intro & episode format explained
03:54 — What's your favourite recipe for camp stove and open fire?
07:00 — Camp meal ideas, preparation & tips for stove-only cooking
09:14 — What cooking options do you recommend for total fire ban days?
14:43 — Induction cooking is on trend — what's available for camping?
21:26 — What are the best coffee makers for camping?
24:43 — Best ultralight crockery and cutlery for hiking at the lowest price
27:13 — What's your favourite meal to cook when camping?
29:12 — Have you reviewed BackCountry/Outdoor Gourmet freeze-dried meals?
36:18 — Wrap up
Join the conversation over on our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/snowys
Head to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs: https://www.snowys.com.au
From the campfire to the cooktop — every camp cooking question you've ever had, answered
Whether you're chasing the perfect camp coffee, cooking through a total fire ban, or wondering if freeze-dried meals are actually worth it — Ben and Lauren have served up a feast of answers. In this Q&A compilation episode, our video guy, Larry, has raided four years' worth of content to collate your most common camp cooking and food questions into one well-seasoned episode.
From camp oven lamb shanks and the great damper debate, to induction cooker realities, 12V oven limitations, and the AeroPress fan club — our gear gurus dish out practical advice on planning your camp menu, prepping smarter at home, and making the most of whatever cooking setup you've got.
Tune in for a blast from the past — and a whole lot of food for thought!
00:00 — Intro & episode format explained
03:54 — What's your favourite recipe for camp stove and open fire?
07:00 — Camp meal ideas, preparation & tips for stove-only cooking
09:14 — What cooking options do you recommend for total fire ban days?
14:43 — Induction cooking is on trend — what's available for camping?
21:26 — What are the best coffee makers for camping?
24:43 — Best ultralight crockery and cutlery for hiking at the lowest price
27:13 — What's your favourite meal to cook when camping?
29:12 — Have you reviewed BackCountry/Outdoor Gourmet freeze-dried meals?
36:18 — Wrap up
Join the conversation over on our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/snowys
Head to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs: https://www.snowys.com.au
