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Author Bio – Kirianna Poole

Kirianna Poole has spent five years travelling and camping through Australia and New Zealand with her husband, Lockie, and their three children (Riley, Alba and Elsie), in a vintage Volkswagen Kombi campervan (Izzie). Together, they share their life and adventures on Instagram, @theslowroad_.

Born to a Māori family, Kirianna grew up in the peaceful kitchens of her grandparents and the hectic ones of her Dad’s restaurants. She honed her skills and love of food with family, who taught her that good food is best shared.

Yearning for a slower life, she and Lockie bought a 1962 Volkswagen Kombi splitscreen in 2018 and set off on the adventure of a lifetime, twice circumnavigating Australia, exploring as many campsites, out of the way oases and remote beaches as they could. An adventure that began with just one child turned into a lifestyle that continues with three, and now traverses countries.

Along the way, they’ve inspired millions of people through Instagram to take their camp cooking next level, proving that it’s possible to cook hearty and wholesome camp meals from a tiny kitchen on the go. Using ingredients you can find everywhere, Kirianna’s slow food philosophy centres around seasonal and local produce, and her Māori heritage and international travels influence her recipes.

Kirianna’s book, The Slow Road Cookbook, was published November 1, 2023.

Read more about Kirianna and her family travels on these great blogs
The Dreamers #92 – Banabae Blog
7News – Couple Quits Jobs to Live Minimalist Life
Caravancampingsales – Classic Caravan Rig Cooks Up A Storm

4 comments

  1. This book is a sensory delight…. the images delight the eyes, the words and stories touch you soul and the food is sustainable, delicious and realistic to make and share and enjoy.

  2. I love this so much! Such a wonderful family and I have tasted Kirianna’s cooking over the years. You will not be disappointed.

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