Silicone trivets are lightweight, nonbreakable, nonskid and do an excellent job of protecting counters and tables!
Kitchen Shears
My Wusthof kitchen shears are wonderful for boning meat and doing other tough chores.
Great Grater for a Boat Galley
A review of features to look for in a grater and a recommendation for the best grater for frequent use, particularly on a boat.
Dish Drainer for a Boat Kitchen
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.
Making Toast on a Boat
4 ways to make toast if you don’t have a toaster — easy on a boat, RV or camping!
Best Thermos Bottles for Boat Life
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!
Serving/Salad Bowl for Cruiser Potlucks
Even if it is accidentally dropped, these bowls won’t spill your salad or other foods on the way to a potluck.
Best Salt & Pepper Shakers on a Boat
On a boat, with the typical high humidity, you need a salt shaker with a good seal on it. My choice is . . .
Meat or Yogurt Thermometer
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!
Best Boat Dinnerware: Corelle, Melamine, and What to Skip
Not all boat dinnerware holds up. Here’s what works after years of living aboard — and what looks terrible within months.