Navigating Provisions and Palates on the High Seas.

Ahoy there, culinary adventurers of the high seas! Let’s talk about the glamorous world of provisioning for an Atlantic odyssey and a Caribbean escapade. Now, provisioning might sound like a fancy term for raiding the pantry, but when you’re embarking on a nautical journey, it’s more like preparing for a gastronomic gala on the waves.

First and foremost, we must address the need for high-energy delights, the kind that makes your taste buds do the samba. Such as nuts and seeds, the trail mix of the ocean, ensuring our crew doesn’t turn into a bunch of low-energy landlubbers.

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Now, onto the canned wonders of the deep blue – vegetables and fruits, the oceanic multivitamins. When fresh produce waves goodbye, these tinned delights come to the rescue, ensuring we’re not vitamin-deprived pirates sailing the seven seas.

And let’s not forget our protein-packed comrades: beans, fish, and chicken, canned for your convenience. We’re not just sailors; we’re culinary captains commanding the ship of deliciousness.

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maintaining a balanced diet might be challenging. Yet, with the advent of modern nutrition solutions, it’s easier than ever to ensure our bodies receive the essential nutrients they need to thrive. One such solution that has gained significant popularity is protein shakes (we use Herbalife nutrition). Incorporating protein shakes into your diet can be a simple yet effective way to prioritise your health and wellness in today’s fast-paced world. By embracing modern nutrition solutions like protein shakes, we can ensure that our bodies receive the nourishment they need to thrive, allowing us to lead healthier, more vibrant lives.

To keep the crew’s spirits high, we’ve got the easy-to-cook grains – oatmeal, rice, and quinoa, the three musketeers of the galley. They’re not just food; they’re the backbone of our seafaring sustenance.

Now, for a touch of indulgence – the treats! Crackers, applesauce, nutrition bars, coffee, and the pièce de résistance, chocolate. Because a voyage without chocolate is like a ship without a sail – still a ship, but a lot less fun.

With the menus carefully curated, it’s time for provisioning run number two. We’re not just buying food; we’re investing in the happiness of our shipmates. €800 later, and we’ve got enough supplies to make a Michelin-star chef jealous.

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And what’s a gourmet passage without a pre-cooked feast? a floating culinary carnival where every meal is a celebration. Our crew is about to embark on a 2-3 day cookout, turning the galley into a symphony of sizzles, sautés, and laughter.

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In addition to procuring provisions and preparing meals ahead of the crossing, we found ourselves tasked with the logistical challenge of organizing and securely storing all the cans, beverages, and various other products throughout the boat.

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So, as we set sail into the unknown, remember this – a happy sailor is a well-fed sailor. And with our provisions fit for kings and queens of the sea, our journey promises not just adventure but a culinary conquest of the waves. Bon appétit, my seafaring gastronomes!

Here is the Links for our Instant Pot and our bread maker we have onboard – 👇🏼

Instant Pot https://amzn.to/3PUOrdq and Bread maker https://amzn.to/3xFYiND

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