Captains of Ships – Robyn Mackay

Finally, the cogs are turning on the superyacht industry.  As we chatted, Chief Officer Robyn Mackay was on the bridge of a 49m Feadship as she made her way from England to France, via Gibraltar.  Charter guests were waiting, first in Bonifacio, followed by Croatia,...

Chef’s Corner: In the galley with Mick Carbert

What are you doing/where are you working? After four years in a head chef position based in France, I have just bought a house in the UK. Who is your food hero and why? My greatest food heroes are the Roux Brothers because they have done so much for the industry,...

The Rise of the Grand Prix Family Team

It’s my favorite time of the year in Pewaukee. Many of our local kids, including my own, are in sailing class. They will have some regattas in the coming days. Although the COVID-19 virus is far from understood or under control, it seems that a careful balance between...

Looking back on the Rio Olympics

Four years ago, Scuttlebutt editor Craig Leweck was in Brazil to report on the Rio 2016 Olympics. With the Tokyo 2020 Games postponed until 2021, we keep that Olympic Flame alive through Leweck’s observations from the Carioca nation… here was his eighth report: Rio de...

2020 Star World Championship cancelled

The 2020 Star World Championship, planned for November 13-21, has been cancelled due to the health restrictions of COVID-19. Originally planned for January 31-February 8 in the Bahamas, the impact of Hurricane Dorian on the region led to the now cancelled event being...

A step above the rest

Dock Steps Step onboard with Shipyard Supply Co’s premium range of dock steps.  These elegant and practical steps ensure easy and safe access to the passerelle or tender.  Handcrafted in the UK to meticulous standards, these steps are sure to become a staple part of...