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Provisioning, Food Storage & Cooking

Cooking on a boat IS different -- provisioning, food storage, and being on a moving platform all add challenges.

Helpful hints, great products and boat-friendly recipes to make it easy!

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Food Storage

For more help, check out The Boat Galley Cookbook and The Boat Galley Guide to Storing Food without Refrigeration.

How to Use an Ice Box Cooler for Food Storage

Published on December 5, 2010; last updated on April 1, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Step-by-step instructions for how to use an ice box or cooler for food storage. Learn how to set your cold box up and how long you can expect ice to last. [More] How to Use an Ice Box Cooler for Food Storage

5 Tips for Baking Bread on a Boat

Published on December 1, 2010; last updated on December 3, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Baking bread from scratch isn’t all that difficult, and these 5 tips will make it even easier. [More] 5 Tips for Baking Bread on a Boat

Downloadable Provisioning Spreadsheet

Published on November 28, 2010; last updated on May 9, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Download this editable Excel inventory and provisioning spreadsheet for cruisers, campers, and anyone else wanting groceries for a week or more. [More] Downloadable Provisioning Spreadsheet

Storing Canned Food on a Boat

Published on November 19, 2010; last updated on September 16, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

10 things to remember when stowing canned goods on a cruising boat. [More] Storing Canned Food on a Boat

Drinks in the Boat Refrigerator

Published on November 15, 2010; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Galley tips for cold drinks on a cruising boat -- making the most of limited refrigerator space and power.

Galley tips for cold drinks on a cruising boat — making the most of limited refrigerator space and power. [More] Drinks in the Boat Refrigerator

How to Store Meat on a Boat

Published on November 9, 2010; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to store meat on a boat while cruising? Nine tips to make the most of the tiny refrigerator and have a wide variety of meals. [More] How to Store Meat on a Boat

How to Store Produce on a Boat

Published on November 2, 2010; last updated on December 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you keep fruits and vegetables on a boat without them spoiling? Check out the best tips and step-by-step info on how to store fruit and vegetables in a boat refrigerator for the longest life. [More] How to Store Produce on a Boat

Equipment for Hand Mixing

Published on November 1, 2010; last updated on October 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

When you're mixing everything by hand -- no electric beater, blender, or food processor -- having the right tools can make all the difference.

When you’re mixing everything by hand — no electric beater, blender, or food processor — having the right tools can make all the difference. [More] Equipment for Hand Mixing

Adjust the Baking Time When You Change the Pan Size

Published on October 28, 2010; last updated on May 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to change the baking time and temperature when changing a pan size. The key for successfully using a different size pan when baking, or when doubling a recipe.

How to change the baking time and temperature when changing a pan size. The key for successfully using a different size pan when baking, or when doubling a recipe.  [More] Adjust the Baking Time When You Change the Pan Size

Organizing a Top-Loading Refrigerator

Published on October 26, 2010; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five keys to effectively organizing a top-loading refrigerator. Make the most of the space, keep food for the longest time possible and find what you need! [More] Organizing a Top-Loading Refrigerator

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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Latest Articles & Podcasts

Hauling Out? How to Protect Yourself

May 25, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Hauling your boat out to make repairs? Here’s how to protect yourself from regrets. All it takes is a plan. [More] Hauling Out? How to Protect Yourself

Three Tips for Rafting Up

May 24, 2022 By Nica Waters

Good practices to consider when sharing an anchor  [More] Three Tips for Rafting Up

How to Test Stainless Quality

May 20, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t get stuck with poor quality stainless. Here’s how to know what you’re buying.     [More] How to Test Stainless Quality

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