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Crew Profile

MEET THE CREW:
Captain: James Minkley
Chef/First Mate: Matilda Kopra

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, James grew up at the beach, surrounded by nature and the ocean. With these surroundings how could he not fall in love with everything to do with the ocean - sailing, surfing and so many other water activities.

Following his studies and degree in multimedia and marketing, he decided to further his sailing skills and has been working on the ocean ever since.

In 2022, after concluding a crew position on a 40m sailing yacht James decided to switch to a more "hands on" sailing position and accepted a captains role on smaller charter yachts which took him to Croatia and French Polynesia.

James is a fun-loving, warm hearted and adventurous person who is not afraid to try something new and create wonderful once in a lifetime memories for all who charter on REACH.

A private chef with ten years of experience in the food and hospitality industry. Matilda's career has taken her across Europe, from private chalets in the French and Swiss Alps to yachts along the Mediterranean, where she has had the pleasure of cooking for guests in some of the most beautiful settings in the world.
Her culinary approach is rooted in creating food that not only tastes great but also makes you feel good. She specialize in wholesome, health-forward cuisine that’s vibrant, balanced, and deeply satisfying. Mediterranean flavors are especially close to her heart. She loves working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create dishes that are both nourishing and full of character. Matilda is happy to cater to any dietary preferences or restrictions, and always aims to create meals that align with the tastes and needs of each guest. Whether she is preparing a relaxed family-style or an elegant dinner menu, Matilda tailors every experience with care and attention to detail — always making food a highlight of your time away.

James and Matilda can't wait to meet you and guide you on the Vacation of Lifetime!

Sample Menu

BREAKFAST

All breakfast accompanied by fresh fruit, homemade pastries, coffee,a variety of teas and juices

Eggs Benedict

potato latke – crispy prosciutto – poached egg – truffle hollandaise

Avocado Toast

homemade sourdough bread – avocado – hot honey fried halloumi - fried egg

Breakfast Sandwiches

fresh baked English muffins – homemade pork sausage patties - cheddar cheese slice - egg

Belgian Waffles

homemade summer berry compote, vanilla mascarpone whipped cream

English Breakfast

eggs any style – bacon – avocado – grilled tomato – homemade biscuits

Golden Milk Chia Pudding

turmeric – ginger – cinnamon – maple syrup – coconut milk – topped with berries, Greek yogurt & cacao nibs

Quiche Lorraine

golden crust – gruyere cheese – smokey pancetta – topped with fresh herbs & radish slivers

LUNCH

Crispy Skinned Salmon

brown sugar & soya marinated salmon - black rice – honey marinated beet – cucumber – avocado - sweet & spicy tartare sauce

Fish Tacos

grilled mahi – pineapple & mango salsa – slaw – salsa verde – chili lime Mexican corn

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls

fresh tuna – rice - soy & sesame marinated slaw – cucumber – avocado – mango – pickled onion – spicy homemade mayo

Chilled Soba Noodle Salad

chilled soba noodles – cucumber – carrot – red cabbage – mango – citrus teriyaki marinated chicken breast – satay sauce – crispy

Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches

crispy chicken – chili infused honey - homemade chipotle ranch dressing – crunchy coleslaw – freshly baked buttermilk bun

Lobster Salad

fresh lobster meat – greens in a lemon vinaigrette dressing – avocado – clear summer potato salad

 Spring Prawn Risotto

garlic & lemon marinated king prawns – sauteed zucchini – basil oil – fresh herbs - parmesan crisps

APPETIZERS

Panzanella Salad

heirloom tomatoes – creamy burrata – pink grapefruit  – sourdough crotons – mint – olive oil

Salmon Crudo

pickled jalapenos – crispy lemon zest

Tuna Tartare

avocado – radishes - fresh sourdough bread

Mini Crab Cakes

zesty mango aioli – cilantro infused olive oil

Goat Cheese Salad

caramelized beetroot – walnuts – blood orange - rocket – lemon & olive dressing

Octopus Carpaccio

lemon chimichurri – charred red pepper romesco – micro greens

Prawn Dumplings

cilantro coconut broth – crispy onions

DINNER

Pistachio Crusted Rack of Lamb

cauliflower puree – pomegranate-balsamic jus - parmesan asparagus

Seafood Pasta

scallops, clams, mussels – pappardelle noodle – buttery white wine sauce

Pan Seared Mahi Mahi

roasted butternut squash pure – miso-honey sauce – watermelon radish

Slow Roasted Tamarind Glazed Jerk Chicken

creamy coconut polenta – Caribbean style pico de gallo

Surf And Turf

Angus beef filet mignion – herb-garlic scallops - bordelaise sauce – roasted new potatoes - charred broccolini

Pork Tender Loin 

truffle mashed potatoes – honey glazed baby carrots – blackberry gel – charred scallions

Beef Short Ribs Bourguignon 

roasted seasonal veg – pomme pure

DESSERT

Pistachio Creme Brule

white chocolate shavings – fresh berries

Coconut Mousse

nutty crumble – lime compote

Orange & Olive Oil Brownie

orange infused mascarpone cream – toasted almond shavings

Classic cheesecake

Biscoff crumb – vanilla whipped cream - blackberry compote

Key Lime Pie

sweet mint & white chocolate cream

Coconut Pannacotta

rum soaked pineapple – lime

STANDARD SHIP’S BAR

Non-alcoholic 

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, La Croix, Club Soda, Tonic Water, Assorted Juices

Spirits

Vodka: Tito’s, Smirnoff

Gin: Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray  

Rum: Cruzan, Bacardi

Tequila: Milagro, Herradura

Whiskey: Dewar’s, Jameson

Bourbon: Maker’s Mark, Bulleit

Assorted Liqueurs

Wine

Red: Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Pinot Noir

White: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio

Rosé, Prosecco

Hard Seltzer

Highnoon, Truly, White Claw, Love City

Beer

Corona, Carib, Landshark, Miller Lite, Coors Light

Please let your broker know your preferred brands.

If you wish to have premium wines and/or spirits of your choice, please notify your broker. Your crew will be happy to source these for you and have them on board when you arrive. These would be at an additional cost to you.