Category Archives: Cruising

Anything-in-the-Larder Roll-Ups

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Heather

It’s great to be back in Mexico! Now that we’re back in the swing of things at Tenacatita, our favorite Mexican anchorage, I’m reminded how frequently I need to produce finger foods for raft-ups, sundowners, or other social occasions.  Roll-Ups … Continue reading →

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Sodastream Review: You Had Me At Seltzer!

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Heather

For years, I’ve seen the Sodastream and other carbonated drink makers and wondered if one would be a good addition to the boat.  Storage of bottled or canned drinks is always a problem aboard, and if you don’t have a … Continue reading →

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The Well-Equipped Galley – Favorite Gadgets

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Heather

Much has been written about setting up boat galleys for cruising, but everyone has certain items they can’t live without.  I find that there are a handful of things I reach for again and again on Legacy, although they are … Continue reading →

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In Search of the Perfect Tortilla

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Heather

Walking away from the tortilleria, I took a bite of the warm, thin, delicate tortilla.  Could this be the one?  The perfect tortilla that I’ve been seeking?  It could be – it has just enough substance to hold together, no … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Passages: Crew Comfort and Safety

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Heather

I’m going to stray a bit off topic today and talk about passage-making.  Much has been written about provisioning and preparations for ocean passages, but most of the passages that cruisers make (especially in Pacific Mexico) are shorter.  We typically … Continue reading →

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