Galley Fare on Sailaway Alaska Tours – Fresh, Hearty, and Wholly Alaskan

What you eat matters—especially when you’re exploring the remote, breathtaking coastline of Alaska. At Sailaway Alaska, we believe great food is part of the adventure. Onboard S/V Sailaway, every meal is crafted fresh, thoughtfully sourced, and designed to nourish both body and spirit.

A Floating Kitchen With a Soul

You won’t find buffets, frozen trays, or institutional menus here. Our 45’ Jeanneau Sun Odyssey is equipped with a modern galley that serves as the culinary heart of the boat. Meals are prepped with care, served family-style, and designed to match the tone of your journey: cozy when it’s cool, light when it’s sunny, and celebratory when the day demands it.

Whether you’re sailing through ice-laced fjords, anchored in a still cove, or watching sea otters raft past the cockpit, food is an anchor of the experience.

What’s on the Menu?

We tailor each sailing trip’s menu to your preferences, dietary needs, and trip length—but here’s a sample of what we love to serve on board:

🥘 Breakfast

Steel-cut oats with wild berries and local honey

Smoked salmon and herbed cream cheese bagels

Scrambled farm eggs with sautéed kale and mushrooms

Granola, Greek yogurt, and sliced apples with cinnamon

Hot coffee, French-pressed or pour-over, plus teas and cocoa

🥗 Lunch

Hearty chowder with sourdough and sharp cheddar

Quinoa salad with chickpeas, roasted vegetables, and lemon vinaigrette

Cold smoked halibut, pickled onion, and arugula wraps

Charcuterie: local smoked salmon, hard cheeses, snap peas, boiled eggs, crackersand cocoa

🍽️ Dinner

Fresh catch of the day grilled or pan-seared with seasonal vegetables

Pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and creamy garlic sauce

Coconut curry with jasmine rice and optional wild shrimp

Herb-crusted pork loin or roasted portobello steaks (veg)

Paired with Alaskan craft beers or BYO wine if desired

🍰 Dessert & Extras

Chocolate mousse with sea salt flakes

Warm berry crumble with oat topping

After-dinner tea or decaf coffee

S’mores by beach fire (on overnight trips)

Local, Seasonal, Thoughtful

We do our best to support Alaska’s local producers. When provisioning, we prioritize:

  • Locally caught halibut, salmon, and cod

  • Organic produce from Seward and Anchorage co-ops

  • Free-range eggs and dairy from Mat-Su Valley farms

  • Fresh bread from Resurrection Bay Bakery or made onboard

If you’re keen to try wild foraged goods (berries, seaweed, or spruce tips), let us know—we incorporate them when possible and safe.

The Galley in Action

S/V Sailaway’s galley includes:

  • Propane stove with oven

  • Deep sink with filtered water

  • Solar-powered refrigeration

  • Cast iron, stainless steel, and non-stick cookware

  • Hand-cranked coffee grinder, French press, pour-over

  • Compact pantry loaded with spices, oils, and staples

  • There’s enough room for guests to help cook if they wish—but most simply enjoy the aromas and the results.

Dietary Preferences & Restrictions

Our trips are private, which means your meals are just for your group. That lets us cater thoughtfully to:

  • Vegetarian and vegan diets, Gluten-free or low-carb plans

  • Allergy-aware cooking (nuts, dairy, shellfish, etc.)

  • High-protein meal plans for athletes or hikers

  • Kids’ preferences—yes, we can do mac & cheese and pancakes too

  • Before departure, we’ll send you a detailed questionnaire to capture all preferences. Once onboard, you’ll never have to “make do”—your meals are designed for you.

Cooking While Cruising: What Makes It Special

Cooking on a sailboat is different. It’s slower, more deliberate, and more connected to place. When the smell of garlic hits the air as you pass beneath snow-capped peaks, you’re not just getting fed—you’re creating a memory.

Meals become rituals:

  • Passing around warm mugs in the cockpit at sunrise, sharing cheese boards while whales breach nearby

  • Listening to waves lap the hull while dinner bubbles on the stove. Watching the sky change color while finishing dessert by lantern light

Sustainability in the Galley

We carry the same eco-conscious philosophy in our kitchen as we do on deck:

  • Reusable packaging and containers

  • Composting organic waste where possible

  • Locally sourced food with minimal air miles

  • Zero single-use plastics

  • Ocean-safe dish soap and cleaners

  • Refillable filtered water bottles for all guests

We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact so this wild coastline stays wild.

What to Expect Each Day

Morning:

Hot drinks served at sunrise. Light or hearty breakfast depending on the day’s plan.

Midday:

Sit-down lunch or on-the-go wraps if underway. We stop to eat whenever possible for a relaxed pace.

Evening:

Dinner served on deck or in the saloon. Dessert and drinks follow. If anchored near a beach, we sometimes dine ashore.

Snacks, drinks, and fruit are available all day. Guests never go hungry.

  • Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring favorite items, especially specialty beverages, wines, or treats. We have cold storage and dry space. Just let us know what you’re bringing so we can plan around it.

  • Yes. We routinely prepare meals for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, and allergy-sensitive diets. You’ll complete a detailed dietary form before the trip, and our provisioning will reflect it. We take this seriously—your comfort and safety come first.

  • We build meals around your day’s schedule, not the other way around. If you’re kayaking late or sleeping in, we adjust. That said, we try to keep meals roughly consistent so your body stays fueled for adventure.

  • Yes, if you’d like. Many guests enjoy pitching in, sharing recipes, or learning boat-cooking tips. If not, that’s fine too. You’re here to relax—we’ve got it handled.

  • Yes, and with enthusiasm. If you reel in a salmon or halibut, we’ll clean it, cook it, and serve it however you’d like: grilled, pan-seared, chowder, or even ceviche if it’s fresh enough.

Reserve Your Spot – And Save Room for Dessert

Food is more than fuel. It’s memory. It’s hospitality. It’s joy.

Join us aboard S/V Sailaway and discover how good life tastes when you sail at the pace of Alaska.