This galley recipe – Red Flannel Hash originates from New England and the name refers to the red and white plaid cloth that is popular in that part of the world. It was traditionally a breakfast using up the leftovers from the previous evening’s meal and has many variations.
The Niagara Scow
I recently came across the fascinating story of the Niagara scow and decided to learn more and share it with you. The Niagara scow, also known as the Iron Scow or Old Scow, refers to a dredging scow that was marooned upstream of the famous Niagara Falls in 1918.
The Folk Boat
Editor’s note: This memoir was written by Lovesail member Gandalpuss back in 2018. It’s a beautifully told story of a Folkboat in Brittany and a mysterious encounter on the water. We love sharing our members’ sailing memories like this.
IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe
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.
Bristol Pilot Cutters
Masters of the Bristol Channel
The Bristol Channel is a notoriously challenging stretch of water. With the second-highest tidal range in the world, navigating its powerful currents, shifting sandbanks, and frequent strong winds requires great skill and deep local knowledge.
Fata Morgana
What is a Fata Morgana?
A fata morgana is an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions. These complex superior mirages appear on the horizon. They can be seen either at sea or on land, at different altitudes, with some observed from aeroplanes.
Chandlery Origins
A chandler is a merchant who supplies goods and equipment for ships and boats, while a chandlery is the shop or business where these supplies are sold. But the chandlery origins go back much further than the age of sail, and they’re not quite what you might expect. From Candles to Commerce The term chandlery … Read more
Sailing Snacks – Rocky Road
Rocky Road – Sailing Snacks
Of all my favourite sailing snacks, the one I will always try and pop into my bag is rocky road. It’s easy to make either at home or on the boat, and requires no baking, just a bit of gentle melting on the stove.
When Free Wifi Becomes Expensive
There was a time when it was difficult to find free Wi-Fi and we struggled to get online whilst out and about. I remember constantly seeking out McDonald’s whilst touring the US in an RV just so I could download maps.
These days, you can’t go 10 yards without your phone searching for the next available network. Cafés, pubs, marinas, airports and even buses offer free Wi-Fi. But just because it’s convenient doesn’t mean it’s always safe.
Nautical Slang in Everyday Use
Many of the expressions we use without a second thought come from life at sea. Centuries of sailing have left their mark on English, and plenty of nautical terms still appear in our conversations today.Here are just a few. For more, see our related posts: Nautical Sayings and Their Origins, Nautical Terms, and Sailing Terms. … Read more
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