Kirianna Poole has spent five years travelling through New Zealand and Australia with her husband and three kids in a vintage Kombi, discovering the art of slowing down and cooking with heart.
Inside The Slow Road Cookook You'll Find:
- 80+ Easy Family-Friendly Recipes: Delicious meals for every kitchen—at home, on the road, or over a campfire.
- Variety of Dishes: From comforting breakfasts to vibrant seafood, hearty meats, and decadent desserts.
- Cheeky Cocktails: Fun drinks to enjoy alongside your camp cooking or home meals.
- Seasonal Ingredients: Recipes that celebrate fresh, seasonal produce for tasty, fuss-free cooking.
- Easy Cooking Techniques: Simple, fuss-free methods for weeknight dinners, weekend feasts, or campfire cooking.
Kirianna’s relaxed style shows that great food isn’t about fancy equipment or hours in the kitchen; it’s about connection—with family, friends, the land, and yourself. Whether you’re cooking in a cosy apartment, a family kitchen, or a campervan by the beach, The Slow Road invites you to slow down, share the table, and create meals that turn ordinary days into lasting memories.
After five years exploring New Zealand and Australia with her husband and three kids in their beloved vintage Kombi, Kirianna Poole has mastered the art of cooking delicious, wholesome meals on the road and at home.
Life slows down in an old campervan, giving Kirianna plenty of time to create simple, hearty recipes perfect for camping, family meals, and outdoor cooking. Schooled in her dad’s restaurants and inspired by a slower-paced lifestyle, she believes great food is at the heart of memorable family adventures.
From the small burner in her van to the warmth of a campfire, The Slowroad Cookbook brings together flavours from her Māori heritage in New Zealand, international tastes discovered on the road, and classic camping recipes under the Aussie bush sky. Say goodbye to instant noodles—simple, wholesome recipes for families at home or on the road.
Customer Reviews
- January 11, 2024
Have cooked a number of dishes now from this book – absolutely amazing! Love Kirianna’s little stories throughout, and her helpful hints for cooking over fire. Everyone must try the raw fish – 10/10!
- November 14, 2023
Received the book a few days ago and tried out the mussels! Exceptional! Cooked for 10 of us in the pizza oven at the beach, everyone was astounded at my new found capabilities in the kitchen! Highly recommend this book, as it’s recipes are easy to folllow, ingredients are generally what I have in my garden or cupboards. Great way to entertain friends if you want to impress! Definitely my go to recipe book now!
- November 11, 2023
This book is a delight to the senses it is visually beautiful , the recipes and pictures make your mouth water, it makes you want to explore different life options yet can be all cooked at home. It is environmentally aware with a tree planted for each book as well as being thoughtful on food wastage and reutilising what you have. It is the perfect Christmas present.
- November 9, 2023
Just received my copy of this book from the pre order I did. Absolutely blown away by the quality and photographs. So many useful guides as well from all about how to build and cook on a fire to information on what gear to carry. This is such a great book for anyone travelling Australia and has so many great recipes in it. We tried the Coconut Habanero Fish last night and it was absolutely unreal!
- November 10, 2023
Not your average cookbook!! This gem is packed from cover to cover with delicious recipes, amazing photography, and stories that will inspire you to hit the open road and eat well along the way.
- November 3, 2023
You can really tell how much love has been poured into the creation of this cookbook. The coconut habanero fish recipe will change your life! Thank you Kirianna for sharing your beautiful story and recipes with the world!