It’s time for another new edition of our podcast! This podcast was really fun to record as it was with a long-time industry pal of mine, Andrew Parkinson. If you enjoy reading a yachting magazine from time to time, chances are you’ve seen his name in the bylines. With prominent roles as Executive Editor at […]
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ICYMI: Interview with Captain David Clarke
Hey there, I hope you’re having a great week! Back in February, we ran a really lovely podcast with our friend David Clarke. After spending decades as a superyacht captain all over the world, he’s now land-based but still in the industry with his own company. Read on for this mini-interview pulled from our podcast […]
Back on the bridge with Captain Nikos Tsoukalas
I hope your week is off to a great start! Spring is finally springing over here and I have to admit, it’s doing wonders for everyone’s mental health! 🙂 We’ve loved following along with the beautiful photos on Manu yacht’s Instagram account and are thrilled to feature their Captain Nikos Tsoukalas here! Manu anchored off the famous Shipwreck […]
We’re talking food with Chef Ely!
We’ve got a great feature with accomplished yacht chef Ely Reyad. Read on for his interesting story of how he became a chef onboard yachts! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? I have always been in love with food and what a person can create with different ingredients. I have never worked […]
A Podcast with the Conscious Stew, Sam Mujica
Welcome to a new month, and of course, a new podcast! I’m so excited for this edition (I say that every month don’t I?) But I think you’ll really love hearing from Sam Mujica who is an accomplished luxury yacht stewardess and eco-warrior! Sam has an incredible story about growing up in Venezula and after […]
An interview with yacht designer Igor Lobanov
I hope your week is off to a good start! This week we’ve got a great interview with luxury yacht designer Igor Lobanov of Lobanov Design. We love being able to showcase different angles of the yachting industry and sharing them with you! How did you become a luxury yacht designer? I’m not a luxury yacht […]
Guess who popped up in Industry Magazine?
We are so happy to share some more press coverage with you! We were approached by Industry Magazine to discuss burgeoning regions perfectly suited to explore via superyacht. So of course, we chose Indonesia (especially when onboard a classic phinisi like Dunia Baru)! Check out the full length article below As Nubia writes: “For an […]
Meet Chef Samantha Graney!
We’re excited to be back in the galley this week with the lovely Samantha Graney, who’s been working onboard luxury yachts since 2012. Read on for our interview with this pro chef! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? I started working on yachts in 2012 initially as a stew and got my […]
Podcast with Ex-Captain and Industry Insider David Clarke
Welcome to our first podcast of 2019! Thanks again for following us along month after month! If there is any other content you’d like to see us cover, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us! Comment here, reach us on social media, or send us an email. For this first edition of the […]
Check out our feature with Travel Weekly!
I hope your week is off to a good start! We are going through a VERY cold snap (-44 with the windchill at its worst!) over here in Ontario, Canada. So I have been spending a lot of time looking at photos of the Bahamas for an upcoming vacation in February (it cannot come fast […]
Get a taste of luxury yacht charters with short-term stays
You may have noticed on some of our recent social media posts that we’re also offering day charters now! This is an excellent way to test the waters (see what I did there?). Book a special event, weekend getaway or even for a corporate retreat! 106 foot Cedar Island available for day charters Head to […]
Our top destination picks for 2019!
While we’re still so early into a new year, I thought it would be an excellent time to share some of our top destinations for 2019! Alaska Where else can you catch glimpses of humpbacks, grizzly bears, killer whales, polar bears and some of the most pristine icebergs? Alaska, and the best way to make […]
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year and welcome to 2019! I hope you’ve had plenty of time to rest, recover and celebrate over the holidays. I’m not sure about you, but I’m looking forward to a bit of a break between all of the festivities and settle back into the start of a new year! No matter where […]
Sharing our latest press from Pinstripe Magazine!
Happy New Year everyone! Just a quick one to wrap up our latest press news for 2018! We’re so happy to share our latest press feature with you all! We were approached by Pinstripe Magazine recently to discuss vacation options for the men looking to “vacation like a boss”. Pinstripe is an excellent publication focusing on […]
Happy Holidays from all of us at OceanScape Yachts!
Happy holidays! I know this can be a very hectic time of year, but I wanted to take a quick moment of your time to say a big THANK YOU for all of the support throughout 2018. It has been a fantastic year, filled with new partnerships, new clients, new destinations, new offerings and even […]
A FREE copy of Sea the World Differently just for you!
I hope you enjoyed this month’s podcast with Pam Danziger that we posted last week – if you haven’t done so yet, please give it a listen! As we wind down the year, we wanted to give a little something back to our loyal clients and followers! Did you know we’ve been published? Well, we […]
A warm welcome to our new partner – Y Charter!
I hope your week is off to a great start! I’m excited to welcome another yacht partner to the OceanScape Yachts family! We will now be able to offer some of the lovely yachts available through Y Charter – whether it be for a day, weekend or week-long charter, we have plenty of new options […]
Luxury Market Expert Pam Danziger is Here!
Welcome to a new podcast and our final one for 2018! It has been such a spectacular year filled with incredible guests, wonderful insights and entertaining stories that we hope you’ve enjoyed too! THANK YOU for spending your time with us! Onto this month’s special guest, we’re thrilled that luxury market researcher and owner of […]
FunAir puts the FUN in yachting!
Winter has officially arrived over here and I’m daydreaming about hot and sunny locales! We love following everything the FunAir team does (and I’ve had the absolute pleasure of flying down one of their epic slides!) so we’re thrilled to feature an interview with them this week. Enjoy! Climbing wall on Lazy Z – photo […]
Captain Teddy Garsva’s Top Travel Tips!
As the leaves continue to turn here in Canada, we’re already dreaming of warmer destinations to escape to during our long cold winter! In case you missed our latest podcast published earlier this month, here’s a little peek into our interview with Teddy Garsva, broker with Sunseeker Florida as he shares his own travel tips! […]
Experienced Captain Paul Cresswell’s Adventures at Sea
We’re heading back into the bridge with Captain Paul Cresswell this week. We met a couple of years ago doing a cycle race up Mont Ventoux of all places…the joys of this industry is meeting people in random and wonderful ways! Enjoy! What is your current role and how long in superyacht industry? I am […]
Your Questions Answered! Part 1
It’s a new month and time for a new podcast! We’re excited to share this latest podcast with you all. It’s something that has been building behind the scenes thanks to all of you dear listeners and followers! We get a lot of questions and requests for further info so we thought we’d create a […]
New partner announcement with Luxury Day Charters
You may have noticed our social media posts recently feature some new faces! We’re thrilled to announce that we have recently partnered with LuxuryDayCharters.com and are proud to offer even more ways to get on board, including the ability to experience life on board for a day or two before booking in for a longer charter. […]
Top Dishes from our Chefs!
In honour of the colder weather, we’re turning our thoughts to cozy sweaters, fireplaces and of course, delicious foods! So it’s the perfect time to update those recipe books and try something new! Here’s a round up of some of our favourite dishes from our chefs! Chef Mark Godbeer’s New York Strip Loin Serves eight to twelve […]
Travel Offer with Luxury Travel Magazine
I hope you’ve had a great week! We celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving here last weekend and along with all the food, family time, and wine, it’s also a great time to reflect on the year, your life and give thanks for it all. And I wanted to say a special THANKS to all of you dear […]
Meet Chef Wayan Onboard Sequoia
It’s time to talk about food! We are back in the galley chatting all things local food and cuisine with Chef Wayan onboard Sequoia in Indonesia. Enjoy! How did you become chef onboard Sequoia? I am Balinese so my life has revolved around gathering food, living and eating well. One of my favourite adventures is […]
Broker and Captain Teddy Garsva Podcast
Welcome to a new podcast everyone! I’m so excited for this month (do I say that every month? Hmm…) but this edition I’m joined by my good friend, Teddy Garsva who has over two decades of experience working in yachting – both as a superyacht Captain, and now a broker at Sunseeker Florida. Listen in […]
Earthquake Relief for Lombok
This week’s blog is extra special. We love being able to share what our captains, crew, yacht partners and industry experts are up to, especially when it involves giving back to those in need. As you may have noticed on social media, Dunia Baru, Indo Yachts, 37 South Yachts and many more were involved in delivering urgently needed supplies […]
Meet the Cruise Director on Sequoia
I am very excited to sit down with the Cruise Director onboard Sequoia in Indonesia. Also the owner and operator, Yessi Maya Sari wears many hats and shares her incredible journey to yacht ownership and tour guide here! What is your role and how long have you been in the superyacht industry? I have been […]
Chef Sergio’s Love of Food
We’re sticking in the galley this week as we bring you some soundbites from our podcast earlier this summer with Chef Sergio Marichales. Don’t forget to go back and have a listen if you missed it! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? Were you a chef first and yachtie second or vice versa? I’ve […]
Nikko Karki and Indo Yachts Podcast
So happy you’re here to join me for this podcast episode with Nikko Karki of Indo Yachts. Karki is a fount of knowledge in the Indonesia region – destinations, yachts, hidden gems, he’s got it all! Nikko onboard Dunia Baru Listen in to learn more about: What brought the Finnish American to Indonesia – and […]
Cruise Director Gaz and His Time Onboard Rascal
Ever wondered what it’s like being the captain onboard a luxury wooden yacht in Indonesia? Well you’re in luck as we’re offering sneak peek behind the curtain onboard Rascal with the Cruise Director, Garry (Gaz) Phillips! Dining alfresco on Rascal What is your current role and how long in superyacht industry? The past seven years […]
Suggested Itinerary: British Virgin Islands
Explore tranquil clear waters and over 60 stunning islands when you book a vacation to the British Virgin Islands. Read on for a sample itinerary! DAY 1 Start your vacation in Tortola before heading to meet your captain and crew at lunch time. Welcome to your new home for the next week! Enjoy taking a […]
Chef Mark Godbeer’s Delicious Creations!
I hope you had a great week and enjoyed our latest podcast last week! This week we’re heading back into the galley as we chat with Chef Mark Godbeer. Enjoy! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? Were you a chef first and yachtie second or vice versa? After my apprenticeship and college, my brother […]
Yacht Charter: Italy
Suggested Itinerary For Your Luxury Italian Yacht Charter Spend time exploring Europe’s most magnificent coastline when you book a yacht charter along the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Visit ancient historical sites, play in crystal clear Mediterranean waters and soak up that hot Italian sun living la dolce vita. YACHT CHARTER DAY 1 Spend the morning […]
Suggested Itinerary: Florida & The Keys
It’s time to head down to the hub of superyachting in North America – Florida. Soak up the hot sun while passing one pristine white sand beach after another as cruise some of south Florida’s hottest cities before relaxing in the laid back Florida Keys. DAY 1 Kick off this incredible tour in Miami. Be […]
Suggested Itinerary: Croatia
Come and discover the pristine beaches and many islands dotted across the the Adriatic Sea when you charter a yacht through Croatia. Revel in medieval walled towns, or take a deep dive in crystal clear blue waters while watching the other yachts bob in the water. CROATIA YACHT VACATION DAY 1 Spend the morning exploring […]
Top Destinations for 2018 from Our Captains!
This week I’m rounding up the top destinations you need to check out for 2018 as recommended by our very experienced Captains. Time to book that vacation you’ve been dreaming of! The Bahamas Recommended by Captain Michael Lewis, Il Capo There is a reason this area is so frequented by yachts of all sizes. The […]
Suggested Itinerary: New England
Never thought of taking a yacht around New England before? Well we think you should give it some serious thought! Cruise along white sand beaches in Maine, take in a baseball game in Boston or go shopping and hit the sights in New York City – better yet? Do it in the fall when the […]
Indonesia Yacht Charter Suggested Itinerary
Welcome to your next vacation – truly off the beaten path in Indonesia. With over 17,000 islands to cruise around, it can be hard to choose where to go! The best place to start is Raja Ampat…read on to see why! INDONESIA YACHT VACATION DAY 1 After arriving a day or two before your yacht […]
Suggested Itinerary: Spain and the Balearics
Feel like a vacation to Spain filled with tapas, siestas and excellent wine? Have you done Barcelona and Madrid and want something else? Why not book a vacation on your own private yacht charter throughout the Balearics and see Spain in a whole new light. DAY 1 Spend the morning exploring Palma de Mallorca and […]
Suggested Itinerary: Australia
Is a trip down under on your bucket list? Discover the world famous diving of the Great Barrier Reef, anchor next to remote islands and take in everything Australia has to offer when you travel on your own luxury yacht from one famous port to the next. AUSTRALIA YACHT VACATION DAY 1 Arrive in Port Douglas […]
Suggested Itinerary: France
Take a step back in time to where the birth of superyachting really began. Visit the French Riviera to get your dose of glitz, glamour, stylish French culture, beautiful beaches, quiet bays and unbeatable shopping. Whether you want to mix with the gliteratti in St Tropez, catch the races in Monaco or sleep under the […]
Suggested Itinerary: Leeward Islands
Cruise from St Barths to Antigua and more onboard a luxury yacht vacation in the Leeward Islands. Dock up at famous superyacht marina Christophe Harbour, sip cocktails on the beach after hitting luxury shops in town. Or cruise down to wild Dominica and take a hike in the jungle before dining on the beach. With […]
Podcast with West Nautical’s Kurt Fraser
I hope you’re having a wonderful week! It’s the start of a new month which means it’s time for our latest podcast! Come sit down with me as I’m joined by Kurt Fraser of West Nautical in London. Kurt has a had a lengthy career in the luxury travel and yacht industry and we’re so […]
Suggested Itinerary: Greek Isles – Cyclades
Set sail on a new way to see the Greek isles. Book a charter from Athens around the Cyclades and find vibrant villages set in cliffs above the deep blue Aegean Sea; or walk along cobbled alleys in ancient towns, sipping wine in a taverna before dancing the night away in some of Europe’s best […]
Suggested Itinerary: Bahamas & The Exumas
Explore the very best that the Exumas and Bahamas has to offer for your next luxury yacht vacation. Discover deserted islands all for you, deep crystal clear waters and the freshest seafood served from source to table by your very own private chef. BAHAMAS YACHT VACATION DAY 1 Arrive in Nassau and head straight for […]
Il Capo’s Chef Angela’s Tales from the Galley
This week we’re returning to the galley as we sit down with Chef Angela onboard Il Capo. Enjoy! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? Were you a chef first and yachtie second or vice versa? It actually happened at the same time. I put myself through university working in the food and […]
Our Latest Feature with Super Yacht Magazine!
We’re bringing you our latest press feature with another well-respected industry magazine! Head on over to Super Yacht Magazine to check out their latest article on us that was published earlier this week. Rascal, photo courtesy of Indo Yachts Go on over and check it out now! Find out our Top 10 tips to help guide […]
Dunia Baru’s Philanthropic Legacy
For this week’s blog post, I’m bringing an update over to you on one of our fabulous yachts, Dunia Baru who announced in the spring that owner, Mark Robba, would be investing in a Learning Centre in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. I spoke to Mark for an update on the project and their philanthropic legacy they […]
New Partner Alert! Welcome Indo Yachts!
You may have noticed in our recent social media posts that we have yet another new announcement for you all! We’re thrilled to formally announce that we have partnered with Indo Yachts and proud to have a carefully selected number of their luxury yachts available for charter for you across Indonesia. If you haven’t had the […]
Guest Podcast with Travel Expert Mary Lynn Villeneuve
Welcome to a new month and a brand new podcast! For this edition, we’re excited to welcome Mary Lynn Villeneuve, a highly experienced travel agent to the show. Mary Lynn has been working in the travel industry for nearly two decades and loves creating memorable itineraries for her clients. A lover of all travel herself, […]
Check Out Our Feature with Robb Report!
We are so excited to share our latest press news with you all! Recently we were approached by Robb Report to discuss charter trends and share a little bit more about what we do and how the landscape is changing here, Head on over to their website to check out their latest article on us that […]
Interview with Yacht Chef Anthony Crockett
It’s time for more food chat as we head into the galley with chef Anthony Crockett of MY Lady M. And how did you enjoy last week’s podcast with Chef Sergio Marichales? I hope you maybe even took a few recipe ideas from it! Without further ado, let’s check out Anthony Crockett! How did you […]
Chef Mariska van Rooyen’s Life at Sea
We’re back in the galley this week speaking with Chef Mariska van Rooyen – she’s spent a life at sea and has a love affair with food – enjoy! How did you become a chef onboard luxury yachts? Were you a chef first and yachtie second or vice versa? One of my earliest memories is […]
Guest Podcast with Chef Sergio Marichales
Welcome to this month’s edition of the podcast! We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Sergio Marichales to the show. Sergio has years of experience as a luxury chef onboard yachts, in restaurants, hotels, even food trucks! We love Sergio’s laid back attitude, hilarious disposition and most importantly…his delicious skills in the kitchen! Listen in to learn […]
Il Capo Captain and his Love of the Sea
I hope you have been enjoying the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere – happy to report we’ve been able to spend some time out on the water and it feels good to be back! This week we’re on the bridge again with a new Captain interview from Michael Lewis onboard Il Capo. The bridge […]
Chef Greg Howell Talks Haute Cuisine
We’re so happy to share one of our new features with you – something we all love to talk about…FOOD. Yes, the food on a luxury yacht charter is quite unlike anything else! We’ll be talking to some of the industry’s top chefs to share their favourite recipes and offer some insight into the galley. […]
Meet the Captain of Queen of Sheba!
I hope you enjoyed our podcast last week! We always love to hear your feedback on which guests you’d like to hear from or new topics we can discuss – please reply or find us on social media to share! This week we’re back on the bridge with a new Captain interview from Tim Collins […]
New Yacht Partnership with Denison Yachting!
Welcome to a new week and a piping hot new blog post! You may have noticed on our social media channels on Friday that we had some news to share with you all! We’re so excited to announce that we have recently partnered with Denison Yachting and proud to have 10 of their luxury yachts […]
Guest Podcast with Coral Triangle Safaris
Guess what today is? New podcast day! This episode we are so excited to be chatting with Yessi Maya Sari, who co-owns the luxury yacht Sequoia, with her husband, Kevin Corcoran. Based out of Indonesia and operating under the title of Coral Triangle Safaris, this intimate luxury yacht is available for groups of two to […]
Captain of Firefly Talks Travels in Yachting
I was excited to take another mini-break this week with Captain Tony Borg of Firefly. I hope you enjoy it too! What is your current role and how long in superyacht industry? I have been a captain in the yacht industry for the past eight years, and the charter industry for the last four years. […]
Travel Talk with the Cruise Director on Dunia Baru
Today on the blog, we are daydreaming about our next vacation goals! Have a virtual escape with us right now to Dunia Baru where we get to chat to the Cruise Director, Sebastien about his experiences onboard in Indonesia! What is your current role and how long have you been working in the superyacht industry? […]
New Podcast! Wildlife on a Superyacht Vacation
Welcome to another month, which means it’s time for our latest podcast! This episode we explore the incredible wildlife experiences, sometimes only available onboard. What is the one thing that unites most of us when booking a vacation? Whether you are taking a vacation by boat or on land? Well for us, you guessed it! […]
Meet J-P Le Tissier on S/Y Relativity
Welcome back to another interview with the Captains! Growing up sailing, I always love the ability to feature a sailing yacht so we were excited to sit down with J-P Le Tissier of Relativity for this week’s feature. I hope you enjoy hearing from the bridge with us! What is your current role and how […]
Broker Simon Turner Shares Industry Insight
I’m so happy to share this interview with a long time friend of mine and seasoned broker in the superyacht industry: Simon Turner of Iconovista. I hope you enjoy! You’ve been based in Singapore and the Med – how do the chartering trends differ here? I guess the simplest difference would be that in the […]
Meet Captain Jean-Marc Bitouzet on M/Y St. David
We’ve been working away on a new feature for you all with our amazing yacht partners. In order to gain some fresh insight into the crew behind your yacht charter, we’re going to be running Captain interviews over the coming weeks. We hope you enjoy this new feature and getting to know your crew! Meet […]
New Podcast! Top Five Destinations for Your First Yacht Vacations
We’re so excited to share our latest podcast on our top five destinations with all of our followers! Are you thinking about your vacation for this upcoming year? Or maybe you’ve just returned home from holiday (which makes the present the perfect time to start planning the next one)! And while we certainly don’t think […]
New Feature in The Islander!
We wanted to share our latest press feature with The Islander for their March issue. Please click below for an update on what we’re up to, why we think there is more of a need than ever for changes to the charter norm, and some snapshots of our favourite destinations. Read now to learn why Todd […]
Luxury Living in St. Kitts with Christophe Harbour
We’re so excited to share our latest interview with you – our old friend and real estate visionary, Buddy Darby spent a bit of time with us this week. If you follow their Instagram account, you have probably looked longingly at gorgeous beach shots and fabulous yacht photos in Christophe Harbour just like us! Read […]
Discover the Coral Triangle with Sequoia
We were so excited to sit down with one of our newest yacht partners – the owners of privately chartered, Sequoia. Based in the Coral Triangle of Indonesia, she is ready to accommodate four guests in intimate, luxurious settings. Read on for the interview now! Can you share the best-kept secrets of Indonesian cruising – […]
Welcome to Our Podcast!
We are so excited to share our latest news with you all – we officially started a podcast last week! We wanted to introduce a new way for you to get to know us, but for us to open up the conversation and get to know our dear followers a bit better too! With a […]
The New World with Phinisi Yacht Dunia Baru
We’ve been daydreaming a lot about Indonesia lately (or anywhere with sunshine let’s be honest!) and following our announcement of another private phinisi yacht partner based there, we wanted to spend some time over the next few weeks exploring this beautiful region with you. Operating the very successful charter yacht, Dunia Baru within the region […]
Cameron Bray of Northrop & Johnson Yachts Talks Day Charters in Australia
I’m writing to you from a very cold and snow covered Canada. We just can’t seem to get enough of the white stuff these days! As a result, I called on my good friend Cameron Bray of Northrop & Johnson Australia, and founder of Bray Yacht Management to help me take a mental escape to […]
West Nautical’s Geoff Moore Offers His Tips for Med Cruising
We were excited to sit down with our good friend and Managing Director of West Nautical, Geoff Moore this week to pick his brain about the latest charter news from the Med. So grab a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy sitting down with us! What are the top regions for cruising in Europe […]
Meet Our Luxury Yacht Partners
We’ve only got more and more snow over here so I thought we’d take a mini break and shed a bit of light on our luxury yacht partners. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be bringing you interviews with each of them so you get to know who we work with, what yachts are on […]
Happy New Year from OceanScape Yachts!
Hello everyone and welcome to a whole new year! We’re so excited for a fresh new start in 2018 and have so many things to look forward to with all of you here at OceanScape Yachts! I don’t know about you, but I always find January can get a tad depressing. Living in southern Ontario, […]
Shopping on a Superyacht Charter
Contributed by: Jo Morgan If the thought of an afternoon strolling the exclusive boutiques of St Tropez or St Barts sends your heart all aflutter, a luxury yacht charter is a shopping dream come true. A yacht charter is the most effortless, glamorous way to shop imaginable. Superyacht marinas are almost inevitably surrounded by high-end […]
New York Strip with Mixed Melon Salad
Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer Feeds eight to twelve guests depending on desired portion size Ingredients: Strip and marinade rub 4 x 16oz New York strip 4 x tbsp smoked paprika 2 x tbsp garlic power 2 x tbsp crushed pepper 2 x tbsp cumin 2 x tbsp kosher salt 6 x tbsp sweet chili […]
Duck Confit
Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer Feeds eight guests Ingredients: 8 x uncooked duck legs 4 tbsp kosher salt 4 x lemons zested and thinly sliced 9 x cloves garlic crushed 10 x sprigs fresh rosemary 10 x sprigs fresh thyme 10 x grapefruits peeled and segmented 2 x cups rendered duck fat 5 x oranges […]
Vanilla Bean and Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta
Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer “A light and refreshing dish, this could even be used as a palate cleanser. It is a staple on every one to two week menu I plan, not because of the pure flavour and simplicity or the minimal prep time required to pull it off, but because of how it […]
Seared Tuna Loin and Sesame Bean Salad
Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer Feeds ten guests This is a light user friendly dish, the preparation is the key to execution. The great thing about this dish is that it is so very versatile. The tuna can be substituted with wahoo or hamachi; the beans can be substituted with chickpeas, edamame or any other […]
Surf and Turf
Grilled New York Strip; Pan seared Scallops; Smoked Beetroot Puree; Heirloom Carrot Salad; and Balsamic Pan Jus Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer Feeds ten guests This recipe was created with the mind set us as crew use to achieve the guests satisfaction – ‘less is more and more is less, but yachting is everything!’. This […]
Crystal Clear Gazpacho with Cucumber Blossoms and Gold Memo Chives
Contributed by: Chef Brandon Weiler At the time I first served this dish it was inspired by Charley Trotter, it seems to work well in the warm climates we constantly find ourselves in. The secret is all in the tomato water, if you can get all that red out you are left with the pure […]
Trio of Sharked Yellowfin Tuna
TORO SASHIMI, CITRUS GRILLED WITH FRESH FAVA BEANS AND BLOSSOMS; PONZU MARINATED SESAME SEARED WITH KIMCHI AND SAMBOL Contributed by: Chef Brandon Weiler Ingredients: 2 pieces fresh tuna belly (otoro) 16 3 oz. portions tuna steaks Fresh, blanched and hulled fava beans (about a lb. for 8 people) Grapefruit supremes or segments 16 1 packet […]
Bananas Foster on the beach with Nutella ‘Sand’
Contributed by: Chef Brandon Weiler This dish was made famous back in the ‘50s at Commanders Palace in New Orleans. I have served many versions of it in the past and this is as fitting on a cruise as it gets, the sand is easy and clever and no one will know what it is! […]
Arancini
Contributed by: Chef Hillary Chell Serves six guests Ingredients: 4 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp butter 1 large onion (diced) Handful mushrooms diced 1 1/2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 5 cups hot chicken stock 3/4 cup reggiano parmigiano 1 x mozzarella ball into small cubes 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 cup […]
Wild Trout with Crushed Spring Peas
Contributed by: Chef Hillary Chell Ingredients 600g wild trout (in 150g portions) 300g fresh peas podded 25g butter 100ml cream Mint Olive oil 1 x tomato concasse 1 tsp capers Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 onion finely chopped Fingerling potatoes 2 per person Fresh thyme Directions: Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan, […]
Lemon Posset
Contributed by: Chef Hillary Chell Lemon Posset Ingredients: 600ml cream 150g sugar 2 x lemons zested and juiced Directions: Boil cream and sugar slowly for three minutes Whisk in zest and juice. Pour into serving dishes and chill for three hours. Madeleines Ingredients: 150g butter 3 x eggs 150g sugar 1/2 tsp baking […]
Prawn and Serrano Jamon Terrine
Contributed by: Chef Perry Schermuly Feeds four guests Ingredients: 500g prawns de soller (Mallorca) 12 slices Jamon de serrano 2 avocado Mixed baby lettuce leaf 2 sticks of rhubarb 1 granny smith apple 250ml double cream Directions: Peel and puree two thirds of the prawns, add cream, season and blitz to a fine mousse in […]
Lobster Ravioli
Contributed by: Chef Perry Schermuly Feeds four guests Ingredients: 3 Maine lobsters 12 baby pak choy 12 peeled cherry tomatoes 4 large super fresh scallops (no roe). Cleaned and sliced into thirds 500g fresh pasta. Use 1 egg for every 100g of flour 1 bunch asparagus (peeled and trimmed) Low acidity olive oil (cold pressed) […]
Trio of Raspberry: Mini Brûlée, Sorbet and Jello
Contributed by: Perry Schermuly Ingredients: 1 kg frozen raspberries (defrost overnight, saving the resulting juice). Puree the mass and pass through a fine sieve. Brûlée Ingredients: 125g raspberry puree 125ml cream 75g bakers sugar 5 egg yolks 3 whole eggs Directions: Place all ingredients in a thermomix. Cook slowly to 90 degrees, blitz […]
Chef Hillary Chell
“I have selected three of my favourite dishes to include: Arroncini, a favourite starter when in Italy; wild trout with fresh spring peas; and lemon posset with French Madeleine. Spring is my favourite time of year to be a chef as it’s when all the exciting ingredients start to appear and wild trout is a […]
Chef Brandon Weiler
I am Chef Brandon Weiler and I was born and raised in chilly St. Paul MN. I’m a 15 year veteran of fine dining, and ran my first restaurant at age 26. I have been working on charter yachts for the past nine years and have been on nearly ninety weeks of charter. I entered […]
Chef Perry Schermuly
I’m Perry Schermuly and I have been working on and off yachts for a few years now. I trained at Boodles Gents club in London, and then went on to five star hotels and Michelin-standard restaurants. I’ve worked alongside Marco Pierre White and Gordon Ramsay to name but a few. At present I am the […]
Top Wildlife Spotting Destinations on a Superyacht – Part 2
Dive back in for the best wildlife spots to visit on a luxury yacht Contributed by: Jo Morgan We recently brought you our top five wildlife destinations you can visit on a superyacht vacation. Join us in exploring the next best spots below. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia This year, head Down Under and charter […]
Top Wildlife Spotting Destinations on a Superyacht – Part 1
It’s time to get up close and personal with wildlife on your luxury yacht charter! Contributed by: Jo Morgan When planning where to go on a yacht charter, there are three main attributes that people tend to focus on: sugar-white beaches, world-class restaurants and staggering scenery. So far, so good. After all, these are excellent […]
Explore the Best Diving Spots on a Luxury Yacht
Dive into something new this year Contributed by: Jo Morgan The crystal clear water around you is shot through with light, and schools of tropical fish dart and swirl above coral gardens of extraordinary colour and fantastical formations. Grouper and shy octopus hide in dark caverns, and graceful manta rays float above you, their giant […]
Glamorous Marinas to Visit on a Superyacht Vacation
Drop anchor in these first class marinas Contributed by: Jo Morgan There are some superyacht marinas where the mere act of arriving will stay in your mind forever. As you cruise into one of the world’s great ports on a midsummer’s afternoon, crowds gather on the dock to see who might be on board. All […]
The Best Beaches to Drop Anchor on a Luxury Yacht
Find your bliss with our list of the best beaches on the planet for a yacht charter. Contributed by: Jo Morgan There’s nothing quite like the feeling of waking up on a yacht and padding across soft carpets to look out the porthole onto a stunning beach setting. Whether it’s the waving coconut palms and […]