Slow mornings aren’t about doing less — they’re about noticing more. The smell of coffee brewing, the sound of the waves (or wind through the trees), the first sip while everything is still.

If you’ve ever left one landscape you loved for another — mountain mornings for salty air, winding roads for open water — you know that change can feel both exciting and a little bittersweet.

Living aboard a boat keeps you close to nature in a way a house never could. You learn to expect the unexpected, welcome the regulars, and laugh off the surprises.

Here are five easy favorites from From the Galley with Love – Brunch that taste even better when prepared ahead of time.

Boat life isn’t for everyone — but for those who crave freedom, simplicity, and connection, it’s everything. Every sunset feels earned. Every meal is intentional. Every day feels like a new chance to tell a story simply waiting to be told.

Whether you live on a boat, in a condo, or just prefer simplicity, the key is to embrace your space instead of fighting it. The best gatherings don’t come from square footage — they come from atmosphere.

Creating a fall mood on the coast isn’t about adding more — it’s about softening what’s already there.

Wake up to coastal flavor with these Seaside Cornmeal Pancakes—golden, lightly crisp, and topped with maple syrup butter and cinnamon crème fraîche. A brunch favorite from From the Galley with Love, this easy small-kitchen recipe brings the warmth of Florida mornings and dockside living to your own table.

An impromptu brunch doesn't have to be fancy, the food just needs to be tasty and made with love.

Just released! From the Galley with Love-Small Kitchen, Big Flavor. A cookbook born in a floating kitchen that may be small but we manage to pack loads of flavor into each of our easy recipes. Many are either gluten free or can be adapted too!

We traded mountain life in the snow for a life being barefoot most of the time in sunny Florida aboard a motoryacht.

In this how-to, we'll walk you through the steps to create shade fabric for the back of your boat's aft deck, ensuring a comfortable experie

Believe it or not, living on a boat can be more affordable than owning a traditional home.

Make 2024 the year you make your dreams come true. Living on a boat may be more attainable than you think!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to live on a boat? Well if so, How To Live Aboard a Boat is just the guide to yacht living and more!

Living on a boat isn't a good idea unless you want your life to improve. While it takes some getting used to, living in a boat is amazing.

Recover a worn out countertop easily with peel and stick paper. We used a glossy finished faux marble and love the effect.

The John Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida is an iconic part of the cultural center of Sarasota.

The Sarasota Jungle Gardens is a must-see! Our favorite exhibit is feeding the flamingos and the butterfly house.

The Bradenton Riverwalk is a pedestrian-friendly park providing a beautiful view of the Manatee River with plenty to do along the way.