The Boater's Cookbook: 450 Quick & Easy Galley-Tested Recipes

I gave 5 stars for the content if the book. The recipes seem to have fairly simple ingredients although a few might be easier to prepare at dockside since I might not carry all necessary ingredients on board at all times. And the beginning of the book will be invaluable for it’s content concerning the organization of the galley and stocking the pantry. I have read a few pages already and I know that it will be a resource that I will refer to often in the future. Thank you to the author Capt. Sylvia Williams Dabney!!! My only disappointment is the condition that the book arrived in. It was in a bubble wrap type plastic sack. Unfortunately it was somehow damaged in transit, I assume. I have posted pics showing the cover dented and slightly torn and the pages beneath the cover damage are damaged as well in two spots. That is very disappointing considering I purchased the book new, not used or damaged. The book is still usable despite damage so I don’t want to be bothered with trying to return it. However, I would not say no if the seller might want to offer a small discount off another book in the future! :)

Sylvia and Stanley have been in my life for nearly 50 years and Stanley is my husband's cousin. They have entertained us with food, wine and sailing trips and are wonderful hosts, fabulous cooks and love to share stories of their life and adventures. I have totally enjoyed reading this cookbook about some of the friends they have met in their travels who have shared their love of cooking and their delicious recipes. We live in the Seattle area and have not experienced some of the ingredients mentioned. I am looking forward to trying new things and twists on old recipes. My husband does not cook but has enjoyed reading about their adventures and, as an artist, appreciates the colorful illustrations and drawings. I have given two of my best friends copies of this book for birthday gifts. One friend is a power boater mainly in the San Juan Islands and on into Canada. The storage tips, substitutions list and conversion charts are very convenient. Both of them also give this book high reviews! It is obvious that much time and care was put into selecting wonderful recipes.

I wholeheartedly recommend the Boater's Cookbook especially the lemon shrimp a la Roger for anyone with a taste for seafood. Great sailing stories and helpful hints by Sylvia. I hope you enjoy the variety of recipes as much as I have enjoyed creating the illustrations.Roger H Newell

I originally bought this book for recipes to use in the galley of my 34 ft bluewater sailboat while on passage and out cruising, but turns out it has some pretty great additional advice too. Now it's my galley bible.

Love, Love, Love this boaters cookbook! Not only does it give amazing recipes, storage ideas, and smart tips for a pest free life for boaters, but it also shares beautiful life experiences that only sailing will bring. I was beside myself excited while reading this book! It is a taste of life in a way that is rare and very few get to experience. IT’S JUST PURE TASTING... LIFE!Thank you,Sylvia and StanleyLorie & Lehman FranklinS/V Sarayu

Well written, entertaining and extremely useful cookbook...from someone who really knows!Great recipes and even better advice for living on board. Sylvia could turn out gourmet meals for crowd from her tiny onboard kitchen. I totally rely on her advice on what to keep on board. Lots of good stories too.IEntertaining

I LOVE this cookbook!! Every recipe I've tried turned out beautifully and tasted delicious. I also love the extra chapters that include Equivalents and substitutions, best storage methods, detailed information about spices etc. Since the author lived on a boat space was tight and so were provisions...that's the awesome thing about her recipes...you can make gourmet meals right in your own kitchen with everyday ingredients!!!!!

Fast shipping. Great cookbook

Not really what I expected. I would have liked more tips for cooking on a boat. This book doesn't consider limited pantry or space for cooking. That aside the recipes are good!

It's ok. Massive book though.. Who can fit this on their yacht along with more essential items.Could easily be half the size

What did I use it for? What do you think, a doorstop? It's a COOKBOOK. I used it to get recipes (excellent recipes) to COOK with.