Finally, something seriously good in your backpack
We’re Nica and Chris – founders of Cucina Alpina, outdoor lovers and, admittedly, pretty big foodies. Since meeting at a dance night over ten years ago, we’ve spent more and more time outside: hiking, camping and travelling. Chris is happiest heading off for a few weeks with a backpack and tent, while Nica prefers a great apéro and a little dolce vita in the mountains.
One thing we always missed? Outdoor food that’s practical but still genuinely delicious. Carrying fresh ingredients around is a hassle, while traditional trekking meals are often designed to get you only one thing: calories. For us, this is not enough!
The idea for Cucina Alpina came after a hike in France, over red wine, cheese and olives. That’s when it clicked: a camping meal should feel like a reward.
From idea to One-Pot Meal
At the beginning of 2025, we quit our jobs and moved to Mexico for a year. It gave us the time and freedom to turn our idea into something real. Together with our friend Thierry Ambrosini, a French chef and restaurant owner, we developed and tested our first recipes.
And yes, we got pretty picky about it. We tried multiple versions of many ingredients until the flavour, quality and preparation felt just right. Our focus: plenty of organic vegetables, mushrooms, herbs and spices – all packed into a meal that stays easy to cook wherever you are.
That’s how our One-Pot Meals were born: everything goes into one pot, and a few minutes later, dinner is ready.
Cucina Alpina brings together two things we love: good food and life outdoors. Because really, what could be better than watching the sun go down somewhere in nature with a seriously good meal in front of you?