From galley to kitchen: Stella Maris celebrates seafarers’ recipes
Maritime charity Stella Maris is celebrating the cooking skills, resourcefulness and food traditions of seafarers and fishers through a new cookbook, with all profits from the sale of the book supporting those who work at sea and their families. The Seafarers’ Cookbook brings together recipes and personal stories from around the world, offering readers a ...
Stella Maris, a maritime charity, has released a new cookbook called "The Seafarers’ Cookbook" to honor the culinary skills and traditions of seafarers and fishers. All proceeds from the book's sales will go towards supporting those who work at sea and their families. The cookbook features a diverse range of recipes and personal stories from seafarers worldwide, showcasing the resourcefulness required to prepare meals in challenging circumstances.
Among the contributors is Richmon Dale Figueroa, who shares his Filipino recipe for Arroz a la Valenciana, a dish that reminds him of his childhood in the Philippines. Tim Hill MBE, CEO of Stella Maris UK, emphasized the importance of good food for seafarers' wellbeing and the stories behind each dish. The cookbook also highlights recipes from various cuisines, including Korean, Turkish, Chinese, and European, such as kimbap seaweed rice rolls and shepherd's pie with baked beans.
Ella Hagell, a representative from Britannia P&I Club, expressed pride in sponsoring the book, highlighting the skill, care, and resourcefulness of seafarers in preparing meals. The Seafarers' Cookbook, priced at £8.99 +p&p, is available on the Stella Maris website.
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