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John Kamman Activity: 8 days ago
Introducing Wholesum Cookbooks: 280+ Field-Tested Recipes, Ready to Plan

Introducing Wholesum Cookbooks: 280+ Field-Tested Recipes, Ready to Plan

Most people who find Wholesum arrive with a stack of recipes already in hand — a binder from the boathouse, a spreadsheet passed down from the last food buyer, a few favorites scrawled on an index card. The... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: 6 months ago
5 WAYS TO SPICE UP YOUR CULINARY GAME IN 2026

With the 2021 summer season just around the corner, now is a great time to step back and consider how you might make some small adjustments to your food planning for this year to really “wow” the next wave of clients.  Whether you’re serving a high-end clientele that expects... Read more

University Outdoor Programs
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John Kamman Activity: 6 months ago
MHO Meal Map vs Wholesum: A Practical Comparison for Canadian & US Outfitters

For outdoor programs, camps, and outfitters, menu planning is more than picking recipes—it’s logistics, budgeting, dietary restrictions, client communication, and operational consistency. With new tools entering the market, it can be tough to know which platform truly supports... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: 9 months ago
Best Practices for Meal and Menu Planning on Sailing Charters

Planning meals for a sailing charter requires a blend of creativity and practicality. From managing limited storage space to ensuring everyone on board is well-fed, meal planning at sea can be challenging but rewarding. Here are some best practices for meal planning on sailing... Read more

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John Kamman Activity: 10 months ago
Introducing Wholesum's New Mobile App

We’re excited to announce that the new and improved Wholesum Mobile App is here! Now you can manage your recipes, ingredients, and menu plans from anywhere — right from your phone or tablet.

Download now:

Apple App Store

Google Play Store

Plan trips, adjust menus, or check your... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: 11 months ago
Wholesum Two Minute Crash Course

New to Wholesum?  We put together this 2-minute video to give you an introduction to the main tools and strategies to get started today.  Enjoy!

 

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Wholesum Activity: over 1 year ago
March 12th - Wholesum Webinar

Join us for our spring webinar!

Date & Time: Mar 12, 2025 2:00 PM in Mountain Time (US and Canada)

Description: An Introduction to using Wholesum Food Calculator to plan menus for groups: Scale meals to group size, generate shopping lists, and easily accommodate dietary... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: over 1 year ago
4 Great Backcountry Thanksgiving Recipes

During a holiday season when social distancing and outdoor dining might be more appealing than ever, we thought we'd share a few of the best backcountry Thanksgiving meals in our shared recipe collections for those of you that are thinking about opting out side for this Turkey... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: over 1 year ago
Join Us: Upcoming Intro to Wholesum Webinars

WHOLESUM WEBINAR

For those of you new to Wholesum, or considering it as a solution for your organization, we're offering upcoming webinars that give an overview of how Wholesum works and taking questions that might help you and your team assess whether it's the right solution for... Read more

University Outdoor Programs
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Wholesum Activity: over 1 year ago
Why Leading Outdoor Organizations Trust Wholesum for Menu Planning

For organizations managing multi-day expeditions, outdoor programs, and group dining, food planning can be a logistical headache. Enter Wholesum, a powerful, easy-to-use meal planning platform designed to simplify food preparation for adventure-based organizations. From... Read more

University Outdoor Programs
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Wholesum Activity: almost 2 years ago
DECLUTTER & IMPORT ANY RECIPE!

Announcing Wholesum’s New Recipe Decluttering Tool

Wholesum is excited to introduce a tool designed to simplify your online recipe experience—no more ads, endless stories, or pop-ups. Our new Recipe Declutterer is now available at declutterrecipes.com, offering an easy way for... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: almost 2 years ago
TEASER: New Features Coming Soon

In the coming weeks, we've got two much-anticipated features rolling out:

 

First - Import recipes from URL:  Want to import recipes from the vast array of recipes out there on the internet?  We're working on a tool that will make that possible with Wholesum.... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: almost 2 years ago
3 Exciting New Features: Unit conversion, Ingredient Info Panel & Secondary Sorting
  1. PURCHASING UNIT CONVERSION

One of the challenges familiar to everyone who shops for groups is the conversion to purchasing units. For example:

  • How many cups of rice are in a pound?
  • How many tablespoons of olive oil are in one bottle?

With purchasing unit conversion in Wholesum, you... Read more

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Wholesum Activity: almost 2 years ago
Best Practices for Retreat Center Menu Planning

Creating a retreat center menu that caters to diverse groups can be a challenging but rewarding experience. Whether you're organizing a wellness retreat, corporate event, or spiritual gathering, well-planned meals are key to the success of your event. Here are some best... Read more

Outfitters
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Wholesum Activity: over 2 years ago
March 13th - Wholesum Webinar

Join us for our spring webinar!

Date & Time: Mar 13, 2024 12:00 PM in Mountain Time (US and Canada)

Description: An Introduction to using Wholesum Food Calculator to plan menus for groups: Scale meals to group size, generate shopping lists, and accommodate dietary... Read more

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