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🎧Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos – Perfect Boat Pantry Meal

Published on June 28, 2025; last updated on February 1, 2026 by Nica Waters

Sweet potato black bean tacos - for a boat

Sweet potato black bean tacos are a perfect boat meal. They’re versatile and can be made even when your stores are light.

🎧Provisioning in the Marquesas

Published on June 14, 2025; last updated on June 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Boat anchored with mountains in the background - provisioning in the Marquesas

Provisioning in the Marquesas was said to be difficult and expensive. The truth is better. Here’s what I learned.

How to Prepare the Galley to Leave the Boat

Published on May 8, 2025; last updated on January 2, 2026 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 1, 2026 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 February 9, 2026 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 January 24, 2026 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 March 4, 2026 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.

5 Tips for Baking Bread on a Boat

Published on January 16, 2025; last updated on December 31, 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.

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