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A feast for the eyes
An extraordinary tablescape sets the mood for a wonderful meal and keeps guests engaged throughout charters.
Chefs to the rescue!
After Hurricane Ian brought destruction southwest Florida, longtime yacht chef Adrienne Gang helped serve over 640,000 meals to impacted communities.
Silver Service Protocols: There’s more to master than just table décor
Working a formal meal service is an important task for every charter. Here are the details you need to become a master at meal service.
When lightning strikes
Yacht life can change in a flash, but as one crew has learned, even a total disaster often ends with heartwarming bonds and memories to last a lifetime.
Dock & Dine: Enjoy waterside dining without fighting the traffic
The greater Fort Lauderdale area is full of restaurants that offer dockage, most on a first-come, first-served basis. Here’s some of our favorites.
Former crew feed crew, give back
By Lucy Chabot Reed Two former yacht crew who started a catering business in South Florida years ago have shifted their focus during the pandemic as events have been cancelled…
Crew’s Mess: Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Bread
Crew’s Mess: by Capt. John Wampler This variation on jalapeño poppers works great as a creative party appetizer, a quick meal or a hearty snack. It’s simple to prepare and…
Crew Compass: Yachting life a challenge, a blessing
Crew Compass: by Lauren Loudon A friend and I were recently discussing the pros and cons of the industry, and it got me thinking about the way we wind ourselves…
Culinary Waves: Nutrition, time management, sanitation courses boost chefs’ CVs
Culinary Waves: by Chef Mary Beth Lawton Johnson Just as captains and all deck crew need to take courses to maintain their licenses on board, chefs need to maintain their…
Culinary Waves: Chefs can stay at the top of their game with a little due diligence
Culinary Waves: by Chef Mary Beth Lawton Johnson While in the galley this coming year, do your due diligence to keep yourself abreast of the changes in the food industry.…
