This week, Italy is in the spotlight at Lyophilise & Co

In celebration of Italy Day this Monday, March 19th, Lyophilise & Co gathered your feedback on 5 freeze-dried Italian recipes "authentically from our homeland," to inspire you for your upcoming outdoor adventures! Jean-Luc, Sam, Thomas, Lucas, and Françoise kindly shared their impressions and tips to help you make the best choice from the wide variety of options available in our shelves. Here’s the top 5 of our Italian freeze-dried options: let's go!

Pasta with Pesto and Salmon from Trek'n Eat

Adventurer: Jean-Luc

The last time I ate this was: While camping on the heights of Mont Blanc

What I like: The taste, the quick preparation... it's a very well thought-out product!

What I like less: The price.

My personal touch: I pour the pasta into a bowl and add a drop of tabasco... a treat!

Farfalle with Gorgonzola Sauce and Spinach from Lyo Food

Adventurer: Sam

The last time I ate this was: During a trekking adventure in the Pyrenees

What I like: The creamy texture of the Gorgonzola sauce, combined with the freshness of spinach. It's hearty and flavorful, perfect after a long day of hiking.

What I like less: Sometimes the portion can feel a bit small for a big appetite.

My personal touch: I like adding a sprinkle of Parmesan for extra flavor—really makes it feel like a gourmet meal!

Available in two formats: 440 Kcal for 98g dry and a larger format with 591 Kcal for 132g dry.

Spaghetti Carbonara by Expedition Food

Adventurer: Thomas

The last time I tasted it: During the Transgascogne on a Mini 6.50

What I like: The taste is very pleasant, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.

What I like less: Nothing to report!

My personal touch: I enjoy it just as it is!

Available in 455 Kcal and 1000 Kcal

The Bolognese Pasta from Real Turmat

Adventurer: Lucas

The last time I ate this was: In the middle of the Atlantic, during the Mini Transat 2011.

What I like: It's a hearty and flavorful recipe!

What I like less: It lacks salt.

My personal touch: Plain, with a drizzle of olive oil.

Pasta Bolognese by Summit to Eat

Adventurer: François

The last time I ate this was: During the Mini Transat.

What I like: The creaminess, which gives it all its flavor!

What I like less: Mmm... nothing to say on this side!

My personal touch: I add a little bit of olive oil on top.

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