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In Mexican culture, an itacate is food packed to take along for the journey. It might be a few homemade tacos wrapped for the road, a meal prepared for a long day of work, or something comforting to share with family when you're away from home. The word itacate comes from itacatl, a word in Nahuatl, the Indigenous language of the Aztecs that is still spoken by communities today. Its roots connect the word to the tradition of carrying food for the journey. More than just food to go, an itacate carries a little piece of home with you. It's...

For years, trail meals have largely centered around the same familiar categories: pasta, rice, freeze dried soups, and the occasional curry. But as more people bring their own cultures, tastes, and food traditions into the outdoors, the backpacking food aisle is starting to look a little different.

You may notice a new label on backpacking meals. Here’s why labelling has changed, what it means, and what you need to know about the ingredients in your favorite backpacking meals.

Every meal we create is hecho con corazon—made with heart. Whether you're hiking a trail, camping, or embarking on a long backpacking trip, we want you to feel that sense of comfort and belonging when you open an Itacate meal. It’s more than just sustenance; it’s a small piece of home that travels with you.