Wayfayrer Camping Food 300g Ready to Eat, Hot or Cold, Meal Pouch | Duke of Edinburgh Recommended Kit | Camping, Hiking, Fishing and Outdoor Adventures (Pasta Bolognese)

SO delicious, only discovered these for my Gold DofE but wish id found sooner So easy, so tasty and not too heavy compared to taking other ingredients. Not the cheapest but worth every penny Also recommend the chicken tika one and pasta bolognaise

easy to cook and tasty

Pretty surprised at how tasty this was. Never tried these type of meals before so was canny impressed. I'm pretty picky with a bolgognese but enjoyed it when heated up. A bit extra salt and pepper for my personal preference but will buy again. Just right amount so not stuffed but would require desert afterwards

tasted very good, needed only a tiny bit of salt. Very good for money and very high quality meal out in the forest

Brilliant idea but not particularly nice food nor good value

These were great for DoE silver as filling & easy to carry.

Daughter used as part of DofE training and enjoyed. Wants another for the main event so guess that says what it needs to.

I recently tried the Wayfayrer Pasta Bolognese, and I have to say, for a ready-to-eat meal that doesn't require refrigeration, it's seriously impressive. I primarily bought this for a weekend hiking trip, and the convenience factor alone earns it high marks. The 300g portion is satisfyingly filling, especially after a long day on the trail. I heated mine up in boiling water, and the pasta and sauce were ready in minutes. The flavor profile is hearty—a rich, savory tomato base with minced beef—and it genuinely tasted like proper food, not just ration survival gear. It’s well-seasoned, and the texture is acceptable; the pasta holds its shape, though it’s certainly softer than freshly cooked al dente. My only reason for docking one star is the price point (they are definitely a premium over standard dehydrated meals) and the slight oiliness that comes with these retort pouch meals. However, if you need guaranteed, quick, and reliable calories that you can eat hot or cold with minimal fuss, this is absolutely worth the investment. Perfect for camping, emergencies, or just keeping a quick lunch handy.