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You Can Only Buy What the Store Sells

Published on June 12, 2024; last updated on January 23, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

You can only buy what th store has - photo of woman buying produce at outdoor market under a tent

You can only buy what the store sells. So how do you provision when you don’t know what you can get from port to port? Some tips.

A Good Blender for a Boat

Published on May 30, 2024; last updated on May 26, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Portable blenders

Looking for a good boat blender? A reader found a small one she finds worth making room for. Here’s what you need to know.

How to Store Green Onions

Published on May 23, 2024; last updated on January 21, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Green onions will last several months with this storage method. Better yet, they don’t take up space in the refrigerator!

Radishes Without Refrigeration: How to Keep Them Fresh for Weeks

Published on March 21, 2024; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Fresh radishes stored without refrigeration — a great provisioning choice for cruising boats

Radishes last way longer without refrigeration than you’d think. Here’s the simple method that keeps them crisp for weeks.

Easy Passage Meals

Published on February 28, 2024; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning passage meals in advance makes for a happier journey. But one cruisers has a great idea to make it even easier.

Farmers Markets – A Cruiser’s Friend

Published on January 3, 2024; last updated on January 23, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Farmer’s markets offer many benefits to provisioning cruisers. And best of all, you can find them nearly everywhere!

🎧Best Tips for Fruit Storage Onboard

Published on October 13, 2023; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you store fruit without refrigeration on a boat for the best results? Here are a few tips.

Individual Ice Cubes – Perfect on Boats

Published on October 11, 2023; last updated on January 25, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Individual ice cubes are perfect on a boat. They don’t take up much room. And give just enough cool to make your drinks better.

Storing Coffee on a Boat

Published on October 4, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

It’s virtually impossible to “perfectly” store coffee on a boat . . . but with these tips, you’ll come close!

Food Safety for Boaters 101

Published on August 31, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

green plate with raw chicken breasts - food safety

Food poisoning is never good, but it’s worse when you’re away from medical care. Learn the basics of food safety for cruisers.

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