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Best Trivets for Use on a Boat

Published on April 11, 2011; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Silicone trivets are lightweight, nonbreakable, nonskid and do an excellent job of protecting counters and tables!

Silicone trivets are lightweight, nonbreakable, nonskid and do an excellent job of protecting counters and tables!

Kitchen Shears

Published on March 9, 2011; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

My Wusthof kitchen shears are wonderful for boning meat and doing other tough chores.

Great Grater for a Boat Galley

Published on March 4, 2011; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

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

Published on February 26, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 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.

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

Published on February 11, 2011; last updated on June 26, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

4 easy ways to make great toast if you don't have a toaster--easy on a boat, RV or camping!

4 ways to make toast if you don’t have a toaster — easy on a boat, RV or camping!

Yoebi Wine Glass Holder for Boat Life

Published on January 26, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 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.

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

Best Thermos Bottles for Boat Life

Published on January 13, 2011; last updated on August 30, 2024 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!

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

Published on December 19, 2010; last updated on January 6, 2026 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.

Best Salt & Pepper Shakers on a Boat

Published on December 17, 2010; last updated on December 31, 2025 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 . . .

Meat or Yogurt Thermometer

Published on December 13, 2010; last updated on August 30, 2022 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!

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