November 22, 2023
Boaters try Fractional Yachting for the Season
Ryan Pouter and Melissa Vass Scott were the winners of the ‘Win A Schaefer Yacht’ for the season. They’ve been boating since they met just over five years ago, and it is their favorite pastime.
May 3, 2023
Organizing Your Boat for Quick Getaways and More Efficient Storage
On Monday, hearing a good weather forecast, we agreed o…
March 28, 2023
Family Wins the 2022 YACHT Solutions’ Schaefer Yachts Summer Experience
The spring of 2022 had sprung and the excitement for another boating season was quickly approaching. Earlier in the year, YACHT Solutions and Canadian Yachting held a boating contest for one lucky winner to win a fractional membership aboard a Schaefer Yacht.
June 2, 2022
Hosting Onboard – The Evolution of Boating Enjoyment
From cottage boats to luxury cruisers, there have been a host of major design changes over the past decade and the latest boats for 2022 are significantly different from the new models we saw back in 2012.
November 8, 2017
Vids OnBoard – November 9, 2017
The boating season in Canada appears so short, especially from our perspective here in November.
August 12, 2016
Salted Caramel Apple Crumble
Easy, quick, tasty…..ticks all the boxes….give it a try!
July 26, 2016
Easy One Pot Dinner and Boat Bread
These two galley-friendly recipes were provided by Lynn Lortie from the galley of Adamant 1 as Lynn and her husband, Pat, set out for their second Great Loop adventure and three years of sailing on their home made vessel…
June 29, 2016
Awesome Pasta Salad and Watermelon Margaritas
A couple of delicious summer recipes to help keep you out of the galley as much as possible and in the sunshine…
June 2, 2016
Entertaining Onboard: CY Evening Cruise with Club Carnivore
On a gorgeous sunny May evening recently, the Canadian Yachting staff were treated to an evening sail aboard Lynn and Pat Lortie’s Adamant 1, complete with delicious snacks and Lynn’s custom audio soundtrack, which may have taken us back a few years…
May 19, 2016
Cheddar-and-Onion Smashed Burgers
A recipe of perfection when heading out for a weekend cruise…easy to prepare and delicious…
November 20, 2015
Irish Beef Stew – Perfect for a Cold Fall Day
Thick beef stew you can make in any galley, over a campfire or at home. Good eaten from a bowl or poured over biscuits. Substitute lamb and voila!…Irish stew!!…
November 13, 2014
Hot Cocoa Cookies
If you are ready to start your Holiday baking or just plain need a great chocolate fix these decadent cookies might be the thing for you…
November 7, 2014
Teriyaki Salmon with Sriracha Cream Sauce
An easy salmon dish with homemade teriyaki sauce and a Sriracha cream sauce that will knock your socks off!
October 2, 2014
Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup with Pesto
Soup season is in full swing and this Tomato Tortellini Soup with Pesto is just the recipe to warm your belly. Any recipe that lends itself to a slow cooker and very little prep is a galley recipe for sure. This dish combines comfort on cool fall days with ease of preparation and surprisingly terrific taste.
September 19, 2014
Shrimp Zucchini Pasta Puttanesca
This flavour-infused pasta dish is terrific for any season. It takes a little bit of prep time but is a one-dish meal with a clever combination of flavours and textures that satisfies hunger as well as palate. Easily created in any galley kitchen and upsize as needed to suit the size of your crowd.
September 5, 2014
Hearty Skillet Lasagna
As the season’s evenings grow cooler boaters will be looking for heartier galley meals to extend their boating season. This skillet lasagna hits all of the highlights; it is easy to make, the flavour is top notch, hearty enough to add some heat to a cool evening on board and the one dish feature makes clean up easy.
August 27, 2014
End of Summer Shrimp Stew
Cooler days and cooler nights make everyone want to prepare something warm and comforting… This yummy stew can be made easily and quickly with ingredients kept on hand and in a galley with minimal facilities.
August 1, 2014
Breakfast Enchiladas Onboard
This is a simple recipe too. The only challenging part is rolling up the tortillas without spilling any precious filling. I also like that it can be baked right away or refrigerated overnight.
July 8, 2014
Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce
This recipe is great for a make-ahead easy yet satisfying on board meal. You can use chicken or pork or both if you like. The tzatziki recipe is also a simple one but if time and ingredients are an issue you can buy a good prepared sauce to accompany your souvlaki.
June 24, 2014
Fruit Infused Water Recipes
Fruit Infused water is a top notch way to stay hydrated and have deliciously refreshing drinks ready when you are on board. They are a great alternative to alcoholic beverages and there are countless ways to dress them up and switch up the flavours to suit anyone’s taste.
May 23, 2014
Double-Stacked Juicy Lucy Burgers
If you can get your mouth around this burger it is well worth the effort. Easy but perfect and best enjoyed sitting in a comfy spot on your boat with a fun group of friends and/or family and a cool beverage in your other hand.
December 5, 2013
Peanut Butter Marshmallow Fudge Candy
Ingredients1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips1 cup chunky peanut butter4 cups mini marshmallows
November 27, 2013
Hot Buttered Rum
How better to dive into a cold Canadian weekend than with this rich and warm rum drink that suits just about any occasion? 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature1/4 cup honey1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
November 22, 2013
Tastes Like Lasagna Soup
Looking for a great Grey Cup recipe that is sure to please but won’t take you away from the game? Give the Dean Brothers’ ‘Tastes Like Lasagna Soup’ a try. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick saucepot or Dutch oven. Add the sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is crumbled and browned, 8 – 10 minutes.
November 14, 2013
Warm Cranberry-Walnut Brie
Dip into the luscious melted cheese with trans fat–free 100 percent whole-grain or wheat crackers. Outstanding.Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1 ounce cheese mixture and 5 crackers)Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) round Brie cheese 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
November 8, 2013
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Burgers
Cheese Covered, Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Burgers with Roasted Jalapeno MayonnaiseThese burgers have all of the flavours of jalapeno poppers with their jalapeno and cream cheese filling and their bacon wrapping and coat of melted cheddar cheese.Servings: makes 4 servingsPrep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 20 minutes
November 1, 2013
Cranberry Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Prepare this stuffed chicken breast recipe from beginning to on-the-table in 15 minutes!Ingredients 2 chicken breasts 1 tbsp Enzo Olive Oil 1 tsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
October 24, 2013
Sockeye Salmon Crostini
Our Sockeye Salmon Crostini appetizer showcases the velvety texture and bold flavour of sockeye salmon. It’ll be a hit with your guests.Yield: Serves 6 (serving size: 2 crostini)Total: 10 MinutesINGREDIENTS1 (6-ounce) fresh or frozen sustainable sockeye salmon fillet (such as Alaskan)
October 17, 2013
Crunchy Poppyseed Chicken Salad
An easy and healthful way to experience a satisfying blend of flavours and textures.What you need:12 ounce bag broccoli slaw1 large bell pepper, diced2 cups carrots, shredded1- 8 ounce can pineapple chunks, drained
October 11, 2013
Curried Cranberry Turkey Salad
This is a refreshing, English / Indian-inspired twist on leftover turkey — a nice change of pace after a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Dried cranberries take the place of more traditional grapes and lend a little contrasting sweetness, and cilantro and lime play out the tropical theme. Using more yogurt than mayonnaise keeps the salad light. (Substitute lowfat Greek yogurt for regular lowfat yogurt to avoid the draining step.)Serves 2 to 4
October 4, 2013
Jalapeño Poppers
The crunch of the pepper with the creamy filling and the smoky bacon over top makes this the ultimate boating recipe. If you are racking your brain trying to think of a great appetizer to take to your Thanksgiving feast then this is it. This appetizer offers a terrific assortment of textures and flavours and the taste is incredible.
September 27, 2013
Pumpkin Icebox Squares
Orange zest adds a fruity twist to a classic Fall treat, which we’ve topped with a seasonally spiced whipped cream. The squares can be made up to two days in advance and stored in a tightly covered pan in the refrigerator.Hands-on Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutes plus overnight chilling timeServes: 24
September 18, 2013
Apple Pancakes with Cider Syrup Recipe
April Harmon of Greenville, Tennessee shares these tender pancakes filled with minced apple and raisin, and drizzled with apple cider syrup. “They’re wonderful in the summer or on a cool fall morning,” April notes.Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
September 11, 2013
A Dinner Menu: Steak Dry Rub, Avocado Salsa, and Chopped Broccoli Salad
This is a very flavourful and easy to prepare dinner that is also Paleo friendly for those of you who are into eating whole foods that are not processed. Steak Dry Rub, Avocado Salsa, Chopped Broccoli Salad
August 27, 2013
No Fuss No Muss Caramel Apples
Do you love caramel apples but hate trying to eat them? Try it this way! Hollow out your apples, (you can balance the apple halves in a muffin pan) fill will melted caramel, let the caramel harden and cut into slices! yummy!
August 15, 2013
Black Bean and Artichoke Burritos
“A new flair on burritos, and actually they’re just as good fried up all together as a side dish, and then put into a tortilla. This was a tasty surprise.” — Victoria M.H. READY IN 40 minsOriginal recipe makes 8 burritos 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
August 15, 2013
Perfect Margarita Recipe
What to buy: All self-respecting margaritas are made with only 100 percent agave tequila (we like to use the high-quality Cuervo 1800, Patrón Silver, Herradura, or Don Julio) and Cointreau.INGREDIENTS Salt, for rimming the glass (optional) Ice 1 1/2 ounces tequila (blanco, 100 percent agave) 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
August 9, 2013
The Ultimat Blueberry Martini
The Ultimat Blueberry Martini, along with The Patron Gold Cosmopolitan, will be featured cocktails at the pre-show party and at the Governors Ball during the 81st Academy Awards, and both are star-worthy cocktails. This one in particular is a fantastic mix of Ultimat, a very smooth, premium vodka, and fresh blueberries, which just happen to be in their prime this time of year.