Skip to main content
info

"Informed AI News" is a news aggregation platform based on AI, aiming to provide users with high-quality news content that has been carefully selected and organized. It analyzes a vast array of news sources, filtering out low-quality or untrustworthy information to ensure that users receive accurate and timely news. Find out more >>

Chef Shares Outdoor Cooking Tips from Camper Life

Chef Lee Kalpakis, who lived in a camper, shares her outdoor cooking adventures in her book "Out There." Embracing nature's imperfections, such as a honeybee in her dinner photo, reflects her belief in the beauty of imperfection. Her recipes, refined over two years in a camper, vary from simple to sophisticated, utilizing the flavors of open fire cooking.

Kalpakis' book features dishes like Campfire Bucatini with Charred Tomato Sauce and Scallops with Peas and Prosciutto, cooked in cast iron over fire. She highlights the adaptability required in outdoor cooking, promoting a flexible mindset.

"Out There" caters not only to campers but also offers recipes for those with limited kitchen resources, such as college students or Airbnb guests. Kalpakis' candid depiction of camper life, including its challenges, contrasts with the idealized images often seen on social media. Her approach instills resilience and resourcefulness, valuable skills in any kitchen.

Full article>>