UPDATE: The ocean still needs help! Serve up the lionfish! Save the coral reefs! Protect our native fish!
WHAT IS WITH THE LIONFISH INVASION?
THE LIONFISH
We see great menus on Caribbean yacht charter boats. We are not sure this next recipe hits with yacht charter chefs, however.
Florida marine conservationists have a simple “recipe.” They say, EAT the lionfish!
WHERE ARE LIONFISH FOUND?
With few natural predators, Lionfish rapidly spread throughout the Caribbean and Atlantic. They voraciously prey on many things. For instance, local fish, shrimp, and crab populations across the region and in Florida are targets. Lionfish are a huge risk to the world-famous coral reefs of the south.
Bahamas yacht charter clients constantly see these venomous creatures.
REEF CONSERVATION HAS A SOLUTION
The Key Largo-based REEF conservation organization released “The Lionfish Cookbook.” It is a collection of 45 recipes to combat the red lionfish.
There are no government funds available to provide bounties or removal programs. Conservationists hope to therefore create a commercial demand for the fish.
“It’s absolutely good eating — a delicacy. It’s delicately-flavored white meat, very buttery,” boasts Lad Akins. In fact, he directs special projects for the Reef Environmental Education Foundation. Akins authored the cookbook. He co-authored with professional chef, Tricia Ferguson.
HOW DID LIONFISH GET HERE?
Hurricane Andrew in 1992 – and as a result, an aquarium. Researchers believe that Hurricane Andrew caused red Lionfish to invade Florida waters. Specifically, an aquarium broke. At least six lionfish spilled into Miami’s Biscayne Bay. With no known predators, they freely breed and decimate sea creatures and corals. It seems like such a small thing to happen. It just goes to show you that 6 fish can destroy the ecology. Please be mindful of releasing exotic species.
The cookbook shares useful tips on collecting, handling, and preparing lionfish. Furthermore, it provides expert background on its ecological impact.
HOW TO RENT A YACHT — AND EAT GOURMET MEALS
Are you ready to explore the Caribbean? Want to taste some delicious lionfish menu items? Click https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now-contact-us/ today. We look forward to planning The Superyacht Experience™ for you!
“We’re considering a New England yacht charter for this summer. Should we plan and budget to eat most dinners ashore at local hotspots and trendy restaurants?
Thanks, Penny R.”
Ricotta and wild mushroom lasagne entree
1-800 YACHTCHARTERS RESPONDS
Dear Penny,
Many elements of a yachting holiday make the experience memorable. First, a clean, luxurious yacht. Second, a professional crew. Third, a great destination, like New England.
However, you’ll be happy to know that fourth, the meals and the total dining experience you enjoy onboard will also be part of your lasting memories!
DINING ON A YACHT?
The yacht charter chef on most yachts rivals the very best chefs around the world. The foodie meals they create are nothing short of amazing!
AN EXECUTIVE CHEF RESPONDS
Peter Williams, the executive chef onboard the 191-foot motor yacht CARPE DIEM was kind enough to pass along some samples from his galley.
ENTRÉES
For instance,
Wild mushroom, roast pumpkin, spinach & ricotta lasagne with a tomato nage & parmesan wafer (photo above)
Warm salad of lamb, arugula, artichoke, goats curd, roasted red peppers & chick peas with vincotto drizzle
Home made three cheese ravioli tossed in a tomato Napoli & fresh basil
Natural oysters with watermelon, blood orange & basil salsa
Bbq baby octopus panzanella, green olives, fetta, roasted red pepper baby spinach with lemon dressing
Fetta, parmesan, tomato & basil quiche with artichoke, crispy pancetta and caramelized onion salad with balsamic tar drizzle
MAIN COURSES
For example,
Rock Lobster tossed in a bisque cream with green pea gnocchi finished with crisp shaved fennel & chive salad
Wild mushroom, asparagus & jindi brie cheese risotto with pine nuts, cress tendrils, and red pepper jam drizzle
Crispy skinned salmon fillet on a baked cauliflower tian, asparagus, cress and tomato salad with pomegranate & citrus drizzle
Fricelli pasta tossed with roasted peppers, olives, pumpkin, spinach, crumbled fetta & pine nut oil
The choice is yours! You plan your menu with your chef.
Vegetarian? No problem.
Kosher? Absolutely.
Low cholesterol? Certainly!
You decide what you want to eat.
You decide to have the same delicious homemade pizza every night? Fine! It is your choice! This is YOUR vacation! You can be as decadent as you want with menus and snacks. Your wish is your crew members’ command!
Some clients choose a vacation on a crewed catamaran in the Caribbean. Other clients choose a static event on a MIPIM yacht in Nice, France. The question we are most often asked is, “How is the food?”
We have over 30 years’ experience in the luxury mega yacht charter industry. We honestly answer questions about the food with a resounding, single word, “amazing!”
The reason that private yacht charter vacation food is so amazing is quite simple. With the largest yachts in the world competing for a handful of clients, the onboard meals and presentation is critical. It must rival the fare of the finest 3-star Michelin restaurants.
THE SCENARIO
Wake up on your Monaco Grand Prix Yacht in Monte Carlo. A full day of sightseeing and F1 racing awaits you. You are hungry! Step into the galley and ask the chef what meals he or she has planned for the day.
We asked that of Chef Selina Stansfield onboard 180 foot superyacht MARIE. She responded with this decadent, Race Day sample dinner menu.
DINNER
Salad of balsamic marinated Italian figs with mozzarella di buffalo.
Grilled Mediterranean Sea Bass, macadamia nut pesto, asparagus risotto.
Slow-baked hazelnut meringues with Valhrona chocolate mousse.
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