What is Scouse?

Traditional Liverpool Scouse beef stew served with pickled red cabbage in a white bowl

Traditional Liverpool Scouse Recipe – A Classic Sailors’ Stew

When someone mentions Scouse, your first thought is probably the distinctive Liverpool accent. And you’d be right! However, Scouse is also the name of a traditional beef or lamb stew, and it is this hearty dish that gave the people of Liverpool their famous nickname – Scousers.


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IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe

Ingredients for homemade chocolates: cocoa powder, honey, coconut oil and mixed nuts.

IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe – Galley Recipes

This simple homemade chocolate recipe was originally shared with the Lovesail community by one of our members, IndigoBlue. It’s an easy, no-bake treat that’s ideal to make on board, withingredients that store well and require very little preparation.

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Greek Quesadilla

Greek Quesadilla Galley Recipe

Greek Quesadilla – Galley Recipe

This Greek quesadilla recipe comes from yacht chef and experienced sailor Jane of Coastal Chef, a delicious Mediterranean twist on the classic Mexican dish.

Jane is a qualified yacht chef and private chef who has cooked aboard yachts and in private villas. With more than 27,000 ocean miles under her belt, including ocean passages, racing and crewing, she knows the importance of creating tasty, satisfying meals in challenging conditions. During one charter yacht role in the Western Isles of Scotland, she regularly cooked in Force 8 and 9 conditions, and even experienced a Force 11.

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Linguine with Clams

linguine with clams

Galley Recipe – Linguine with Clams

Lovesail member and sailor sailingsideways has sent in this delicious galley recipe that she cooks whilst living aboard her Cal39.  This quick and simple recipe will make a delicious and nutritious meal after a busy day out cruising the Californian coast.

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Three Easy Bread Recipes

qucik and easy bread

Easy Bread Recipes for Boat Galleys Bread making doesn’t have to be complicated, even on a boat. These three easy bread recipes are perfect for a small galley, using simple ingredients and minimal equipment. From quick soda bread with no yeast, to flavourful olive rolls, and versatile flatbreads, these recipes are ideal for sailors who … Read more