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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!

Can’t Simmer on Your Boat Stove?

Published on February 27, 2017; last updated on March 4, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

There’s a very simple solution if you can’t turn your stove burners down far enough to simmer. Inexpensive, too!

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