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How to Prepare the Galley to Leave the Boat

Published on May 8, 2025; last updated on May 7, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat galley with lockers propped open - prepare the galley before leaving the boat

Avoid a major “critter” infestation by thoroughly preparing the galley before you leave the boat. It’s not just a matter of getting rid of food.

🎧 How to Provision for a Long Passage in an Unfamiliar Place

Published on April 5, 2025; last updated on March 30, 2025 by Nica Waters

Silhouette of man repairing sailboat rigging - how to provision for a long passage

Do you know how to provision for a Long passage? How about from an unfamiliar location. Here are my best tips.

How to Make Coffee on a Boat

Published on March 27, 2025; last updated on March 26, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Coffee in clear mug beside a press - best way to make coffee on a boat

Wondering how to make coffee on a boat? Here are the best options including those with and without electricity.

🎧How to Feed the Crew for a Panama Canal Transit

Published on March 22, 2025; last updated on April 1, 2025 by Nica Waters

Catamaran tied to a small boat - how to feed the crew for a Panama Canal transit

Wondering how to feed the crew for a Panama Canal transit? We have all the tips you need and specifics you won’t find anywhere else.

The Best Food Storage Containers for your Boat Galley

Published on March 13, 2025; last updated on March 12, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

What are the best food storage containers for your boat? These are the must haves and other considerations plus what I recommend.

Two Things to Store in the Boat Refrigerator

Published on February 20, 2025; last updated on February 19, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wasabi in a bowl with pickled ginger - two things to store in the boat refrigerator

What are two things to store in the boat refrigerator every time? You might be surprised. And if you don’t, you’ll regret it.

How to Store Spices on a Boat

Published on February 13, 2025; last updated on February 12, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

row of spices in containers - how to store spices on a boat

How to store spices on a boat? If you do it right, they’ll keep the flavor better even in the heat and humidity.

🎧Galley Gear Substitutes

Published on February 1, 2025; last updated on January 25, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

brownies on a plate - galley gear substitutes

Here are some great galley gear substitutes if you don’t have the equipment a recipe calls for. Everything should have at least 2 uses.

5 Tips for Baking Bread on a Boat

Published on January 16, 2025; last updated on April 28, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sliced bread - baking bread on a boat.

Baking bread on a boat isn’t all that difficult. And these 5 tips will make it even easier. Plus I share bonus tips from other cruisers.

Baking Holiday Treats on a Boat

Published on December 5, 2024; last updated on December 4, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to make holiday treats on a boat? Feeling frustrated by lack of counter space, tiny oven and heat? Here are the tips you need.

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