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Reduce What’s In The Refrigerator

Published on May 3, 2020; last updated on January 28, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Condiment bottles organized in a small boat refrigerator door

Three ways to reduce what’s in the refrigerator — essential for living with a small refrigerator, whether in a boat, RV or off the grid.

Do You Need to Refrigerate Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip?

Published on April 27, 2020; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Spreading mayonnaise onto a sandwich with a clean spoon — the key rule for keeping mayo unrefrigerated

One simple rule is all that stands between your mayo and a cupboard shelf. Here’s how it works.

Using Dehydrated Food

Published on March 28, 2020; last updated on February 9, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What I do and don’t like about cooking with dehydrated meats and veggies after four months of doing so — plus tips for better results!

Ciguatera Fish Poisoning: What Every Cruiser Needs to Know

Published on March 1, 2020; last updated on March 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whole raw fish with lemon and herbs — ciguatera fish poisoning risk for cruisers eating fresh-caught tropical fish

You can’t see it, smell it, or cook it away — here’s what cruisers need to know about ciguatera before eating fish in the tropic

A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Published on March 30, 2019; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Molly Eberhare

The best manual juicer

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity!

Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Published on June 4, 2018; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an alternative to carrying -- and throwing away -- boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

Looking for an alternative to carrying — and throwing away — boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

Sugar-Free Electrolyte Replacement

Published on December 25, 2017; last updated on May 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Concentrated electrolyte replacement without sugar or other sweeteners, flavoring, or color -- plus it does not need refrigeration and has a two-year shelf life. Perfect for boaters!

Concentrated electrolyte replacement without sugar or other sweeteners, flavoring, or color — plus it does not need refrigeration and has a two-year shelf life. Perfect for boaters!

Serving Appetizers at a Potluck

Published on December 18, 2017; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Two fun ways to serve appetizers at large-group potlucks so that people in line are sure to get some — and have something to do while standing in line!

Oven Baking Unevenly?

Published on November 6, 2017; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

14 photos from a Caliber 40 to give you ideas for monohull galley storage. Step-by-step organizational tips to stow everything securely for easy use.

An oven that bakes unevenly — say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone — is SO frustrating. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t involve a new oven!

Lighting a Propane Stove

Published on April 25, 2017; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Marine Stoves - 2 burners or 3

How to light a boat or RV propane stove and how the safety mechanisms work. If you’re having problems getting yours to light, read this!

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