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There is perhaps no time of year that reflects more than the holidays: food, family and – probably above all – gift-giving. When you conjure up the idea of presents, your mind likely churns through all the traditional ones such a toys, clothes and tech. But if you truly want this holiday season’s present to be one-of-a-kind, unique and tasty, we have plenty of inspiring ideas for you – freeze-dried food. These little snacks are perfect ‘taste it’ presents for someone who’s a foodie, an adventurous eater or enjoys gourmet foods.
The Rising Popularity of Freeze-Dried Snacks
Unless you’ve been living in a hole, sleep-eating tubs of dried, chemical-laden Italian ice, you’ve likely heard the terms freeze-drying and lyophilisation bandied about of late. After all, this process has now caught on among health food fanatics and culinary snobs alike in a big way. Due primarily to lyophilisation’s ability to transform foods into tastier, better-preserved presents that make eating – or, at least, the proxies that once were made of that food – into marvels of intense flavour and granular crunch, it’s a revelation among health nuts and gourmets alike.
Benefits of Gifting Freeze-Dried Food
Longevity: Unlike fresh produce or baked goods, freeze-dried snacks can keep for years if stashed away correctly, and the recipient will be able to enjoy them on their own terms.
Novelty: To many, the taste of freeze-dried foods will still be new, making it an interesting gift.
Diversity: It is possible to switch from fruit and vegetable varieties to ‘entire meals’ on offer.
Mobile outdoor products: light and compact, ideal for adventurers who frequently travel to exotic places.
Must-Try Freeze-Dried Food Ideas for Gifting
Fruits & Berries: For those who love strawberries and mangos, the feeling of biting on one piece of freeze dry strawberry or mango is incredible. The taste explosion is amazing. For a fruit salad lover or anybody who always prefers a healthy snack in their cabinets.
Ice cream: Believe it or not.
Complete Meals: Whether you’re camping, hiking or just living out of your backpack during a gap year, a freeze-dried spaghetti or Thai curry meal can be part practical gag gift.
Vegetables: These can be eaten right off of the packaging, or added as a rehydrated component to dishes. These include freeze-dried corn, peas or even bell peppers.
Exotic blends: There are now several companies that sell bags of custom mixes of fruits, nuts and spices. A combination of dehydrated pineapple, chili and lime might result in something utterly delicious.
