Food & Cooking

Cooking aboard presents unique challenges from limited space to moving surfaces. We cover galley setup, meal planning, provisioning, and making the most of fresh catches.

Fishing for Food: A Beginner's Guide

Float fishing for coarse fish like carp and pike is the easiest way to start catching your own food in British rivers and canals.

How to Barbecue on a Boat

Set up a safe barbecue on your boat with the right equipment, placement and precautions to grill while on the water.

How to Set Up Your Galley

Set up your boat galley with smart storage and minimal gear to cook safely in tight spaces.

Identifying Shoreline Food to Eat

Find mussels, rock samphire and sea kale on UK beaches, here's how to identify and cook edible shoreline food.

On a Boat: Cooking in Rough Weather

Keep your galley organised and stay safe while cooking on a boat when weather turns rough and seas get choppy.

Onboard: Ensuring Your Stove Is Secure

Keep your boat's stove secure with gimballed designs, crash bars, and proper installation to stay safe while cooking at sea.

Preparing Freshly Caught Fish

Keep your freshly caught fish safe to eat by following proper cleaning, gutting and storage methods from the start.

Sailing: Meal Planning

Plan your boat trip meals ahead with your crew to avoid cooking stress and keep everyone happy in a small galley.

The Right Fuel to Cook Onboard a Boat

Compare propane, electric, diesel and other cooking fuels for boats, with pros and cons to help you choose the right option.