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Best Boat Dinnerware: Corelle, Melamine, and What to Skip

Published on December 9, 2010; last updated on March 19, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Colorful mix of plates, bowls, and spoons on a weathered white wood surface for boat dinnerware

Not all boat dinnerware holds up. Here’s what works after years of living aboard — and what looks terrible within months.

The Best Can Opener for a Boat

Published on December 9, 2010; last updated on January 21, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s the best can opener on a boat? Here’s my preference!

Buying a Cutting Board for a Boat

Published on December 7, 2010; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What characteristics are important for a cutting board to be used in a boat galley? And what boards do I recommend?

How to Use a Cooler for Food Storage on a Boat

Published on December 5, 2010; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wire rack and ventilated bin inside a cooler for food storage, keeping produce and mushrooms dry above the ice

Step-by-step instructions for how to use a cooler for food storage. Learn how to set your cold box up and how long you can expect ice to last.

Make Your Own Sour Cream from Non-Refrigerated Ingredients

Published on December 3, 2010; last updated on March 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Homemade sour cream made from non-refrigerated ingredients using canned media crema

You can make real sour cream from shelf-stable ingredients in 5 minutes — here’s how.

Downloadable Provisioning Spreadsheet for Boaters

Published on November 28, 2010; last updated on March 18, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Provisioning spreadsheet open in Excel showing categories, items, and quantity columns for boat trip planning

Free spreadsheet builds your boat provisioning list and does all the math for you.

How to Store Meat on a Boat

Published on November 9, 2010; last updated on January 4, 2026 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.

5 More Great Cookbooks on Kindle

Published on November 8, 2010; last updated on November 9, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cookbooks for Kindle

Five of the best cookbooks available for Amazon’s Kindle e-reader.

How to Store Produce on a Boat

Published on November 2, 2010; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

DIY Hanging Produce Baskets

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.

3 Keys to Easier Hand Mixing in a Boat Kitchen

Published on November 1, 2010; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you’re going to use a mixing spoon to hand mix batter or dough, keep these 3 keys in mind!

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then 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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