Buying a Boat & Gear for It

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Dish Drainer

Published on February 26, 2011; last updated on October 30, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tiny to store and able to hold lots of dishes, this idea for a dish drainer is perfect for a boat or any small kitchen. [More] Dish Drainer

Yoebi Wine Glass Holder

Published on January 26, 2011; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The Yoebi Stemware Holder turns any standard drink holder into a secure holder for your wine glass, martini glass, brandy snifter or other stemware. [More] Yoebi Wine Glass Holder

Best Thermos Bottles

Published on January 13, 2011; last updated on March 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

My choices for the best Thermos bottles, ranging in size from 16 ounces (2 cups) to 61 ounces (almost a half gallon). I’m amazed at how well they keep food and drinks hot! [More] Best Thermos Bottles

12-Volt Fans

Published on December 29, 2010; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

12 volts fans for your boat that move the most air per amp of power. Which one last and which ones don’t. [More] 12-Volt Fans

Serving/Salad Bowl for Potlucks

Published on December 19, 2010; last updated on January 24, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Even if it is accidentally dropped, these bowls won’t spill your salad or other foods on the way to a potluck. [More] Serving/Salad Bowl for Potlucks

Salt & Pepper Shakers

Published on December 17, 2010; last updated on October 30, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

On a boat, with the typical high humidity, you need a salt shaker with a good seal on it. My choice is . . . [More] Salt & Pepper Shakers

Meat or Yogurt Thermometer

Published on December 13, 2010; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wondering if your roast chicken is done? Making yogurt and want to know if the milk is the right temperature? You need a good thermometer in your boat galley! [More] Meat or Yogurt Thermometer

Cookie Sheets

Published on December 10, 2010; last updated on October 30, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Galley ovens are generally smaller than those ashore, and it can be hard to find cookie sheets that will fit. Here are some that will! [More] Cookie Sheets

Unbreakable Boat Dishes

Published on December 9, 2010; last updated on April 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hundreds of options exist for boat dishes. Get the pros and cons of Corelle, tempered glass, melamine, plastic and aluminum. [More] Unbreakable Boat Dishes