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Crew Profile

Captain Eric
he ocean has always been a passion of mine, so I have designed a life on it! I bought my first boat with a close friend in 2016. Our Cantola 34’ was a trimaran that would race between my hometown of Santa Barbara and the one of a kind Santa Barbara Channel Islands National Park. Often ferrying surfboards, dive gear, and a dozen friends, we would take trips rain or shine to catch the best conditions at the islands. Naturally, this led to more boats and crewing local charters as part time work. Sharing the outdoors with others has always been easy with sailing, but to reach a larger audience I also spent years volunteering with outdoor education groups for kids and young adults. In 2020 I began phasing out of my job as a carpenter to pursue sailing further afield. After sailing a variety of yachts across oceans, for deliveries and for fun, I bought my second boat with the love of my life in 2022. Madison and I found our 42’ Albin Nimbus laid up in a boat yard in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our adventures took us down the East Coast and eventually offshore to the Lesser Antilles.

I hold a USCG Masters License and, as a captain, I want to share the joys of sailing with others in a fun and safe environment. I am a waterperson and derive immense joy from diving, wing foiling, and sailing. Ashore, I check in to island time and love to eat my way across town and check out local events. I have a life off the boat too. Time on land is spent visiting family across the US, taking off on rock climbing/mountaineering excursions, and crafts like brewing, wood working, and music. I have sailed throughout the Eastern Caribbean, all the Hawaiian islands, and much of the Pacific Coast of North America. Of all the areas I have sailed, I have found the Virgin Islands to be absolutely idyllic. I would love to share them with you!



Chef Madison
Winner of 1st Place in Rum Mixology at the 2024 VIPCA Charter Yacht Show

My favorite way to get to know someone is over a shared meal. Growing up in the Midwest, my family communed over holidays and special events with big, good food as the centerpoint. Between sharing time in the kitchen with a large family and picking food fresh from the garden, food was a cornerstone of my upbringing.

When I moved to the West Coast at 18, I found myself naturally creating this wherever I landed. Initially, this looked like cooking for nanny clients and working with a holistic nutritionist serving pop-up dinners. Over time, as my career in management took me further from the kitchen, I started hosting themed dinners for friends, cooking my way through different cookbooks and cuisines that intrigued me. This led me to working for a catering company where I really got to hone my skills in a professional setting. While I loved the creativity and total immersion in food, I also wanted to feed my adventurous side…

Eric and I got a wild hare and decided it was time to pursue the dream of cruising full time. So we sold everything, bought a boat, and started sailing! We began in Nova Scotia, CA, sailing down the east coast of the US and then finally through the Caribbean down to Trinidad. Throughout this time, I had more space than ever to dive into my hobbies. While of course that largely meant walking through any grocery store or open air market I could find and tasting new things along the way, it also meant more time for play! Some of my favorite things outside of the galley are snorkeling, rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, swimming, drawing, playing ukulele, tattooing, trying to wingfoil, and reading.

While this might make me sound busy (which I can be!), I also find few greater joys than tying a float out behind the boat, sipping a cocktail, and taking in the beauty of the places I get to call home. “Il dolce far niente”, which means the sweetness of doing nothing in Italian, is also such a beautiful part of being in stunning places with good company.

I look forward to sharing the magic of these islands with you and yours.

Sample Menu

DAY BREAK
Lox Bagel Platter
Fresh-made bagels with lox, cream cheese, and a variety of toppings.

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Topped with lemon curd and powdered sugar. Served with sausage and dressed greens.

Crepe Station
Warm crêpes with sweet and savory fillings to assemble as you please.

Frittata & Soda Bread Scones
Bacon, veggie, and cheese frittata topped with avocado and fresh herbs. Served with soda bread scones, butter, and jam.

Eggy Avocado Toast
Toasted house bread with fresh avocado, pickled onion, soft‑boiled egg, and fresh herbs.

Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
Sticky cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting.

Power Fruit Bowls
Blend of fresh fruit and greens with protein, topped with seasonal fruit and granola.

Baked French Toast
Creamy, crunchy brioche French toast served with fresh fruit and berry compote.

MIDDAY
Buttermilk Roasted Chicken
Marinated roast chicken with butter lettuce salad (shallot vinaigrette) and fresh bread.

Ahi Poke Bowls
Soy‑marinated ahi over rice with pickled veggies, seaweed salad, and edamame.

Focaccia Sandwiches
Homemade focaccia with meats, marinated cheeses, spreads, and veggies to build your favorite combo.

Mediterranean Chicken
Herby grilled chicken with crispy halloumi, couscous salad, tomato salad, warm pita, tzatziki, and tahini.

Bang Bang Shrimp Bowls
Crispy shrimp with bang bang sauce, garlic rice, salad cups, and crunchy wonton chips.

Crispy Tofu Salad
Crispy tofu on cabbage slaw topped with toasted rice, edamame, and sesame seeds.

Everything Salmon Salad
Roasted “everything bagel” salmon over dressed greens, pickled red onions, caper sauce, and fresh bread.

Pizza Party!
Classic Margherita and white pizzas served with salad and house herby ranch.

HORS D’OEUVRES
Bacon‑Wrapped Goat Cheese Dates
Sweet, salty, and creamy bites.

Warm Olives with Citrus & Herbs
Marinated and gently warmed.

Charcuterie Platter
Assorted cheeses, cured meats, fruit, and roasted nuts.

Baba Ganoush with Crispy Pita & Vegetables
Smoky eggplant dip with fresh crudités.

Caprese Salad with Balsamic Pearls
Tomato, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic.

Blistered Shishito Peppers
Lightly charred and seasoned.

Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
Herb‑packed rice paper rolls.

Homemade Pretzel Bites
Soft, warm pretzels for dipping.

Caribbean Sausage Rolls
Flaky pastry with seasoned sausage.

Fresh Cookies
Baked onboard.

“Fancy Ranch” Dip
Sizzled herb labneh with fresh veggies.

Spanish Nachos
Kettle chips, crispy prosciutto, parmesan, and crème fraîche sauce.

Late‑Night Truffle Popcorn
With truffle salt and olive oil.

MAIN
Homemade Pasta
Fresh pappardelle with homemade bolognese and baby gem salad.

Confit Chicken
Tender legs slow‑cooked in olive oil with pickled roasted onions, roasted carrots, fresh aioli, and crusty bread.

Mahi Mahi with Polenta
Local mahi poached with tomato, leek, and fennel; served with fresh corn polenta and broccolini.

New York Strip
Grilled steak with poivre sauce, rosemary‑garlic smashed potatoes, braised leeks, and Brussels sprouts.

Salmon with Romesco
Pan‑seared salmon with wild rice and broiled asparagus; romesco and pesto sauces.

Taco Night
Homemade carne asada, fresh corn tortillas, salsas, and local avocado guacamole.

Seared Scallops with Risotto
Pan‑seared scallops, beurre blanc, mushroom risotto, and roasted cauliflower.

Saag Paneer
Indian‑spiced stewed spinach with paneer, curry‑seasoned pumpkin, garlic naan, and jasmine rice.

DESSERT
Chocolate Chip Cookies & Fresh Ice Cream
Classic and comforting.

Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake
Moist citrus cake with a delicate crumb.

Pavlova with Tropical Fruits
Crisp meringue, soft center, seasonal fruit.

Fruit Galette with Vanilla Ice Cream
Rustic tart served warm.

Tiramisu
Layers of espresso‑soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone.

Brownies with Olive Oil Caramel
Rich, fudgy, and glossy.

Margarita Pie
Graham crust, citrusy filling.

Crème Brûlée with Orange & Cinnamon
Silky custard, caramelized top.

Cornmeal Cake with Strawberries
Finished with fresh whipped cream.

Salty Lemon Shortbread with Lemon Curd
Bright and buttery.

Classic Chocolate Birthday Cake
Celebration‑ready.

Decorate‑Your‑Own Sugar Cookies
Fun, customizable treats.

Chocolate‑Covered Coconut Butter Dates
Indulgent bites.

Homemade Chocolate Pudding & Whipped Cream
Silky and nostalgic.

SHIP'S BAR
Cocktails
Caribbean Rum Punch
Classic Old Fashioned
Jamaica Sangria
Fresh Herb Clarified Margarita
Passion Fruit Gin & Tonic
Piña Colada
Bloody Mary
Ti’ Punch
Jungle Bird

Non-Alcoholic
Fresh Cucumber Mint Lemonade
Turmeric Tonic
Boatmade Shrub Mocktails
Fruit Smoothies
Boatmade Chai

Note on dietary preferences and allergies: The chef is happy to accommodate preferences such as gluten‑free, vegan, vegetarian, nut allergies, etc.