Kittiwake

Crew Profile

Captain Alejandro De la Guardia
Crewing: Nov - Dec 2024/March - April 2025/July - Aug 2025

Alejandro is passionate about maritime life, with a deep connection to the sea that dates back to his childhood. From an early age, his life has been closely tied to the ocean, where he discovered his two great passions: fishing and competitive sailing. Thanks to his dedication to sailing, he has represented Cuba in numerous national and international competitions, developing advanced navigation skills. His experience aboard has led him to extensively explore the waters of the Caribbean, navigating a wide variety of vessels and adapting to diverse maritime environments. This has allowed him, as a captain, to offer top-quality service, combining his technical knowledge with meticulous attention to the safety and comfort of his passengers.

Alejandro stands out for his ability to create personalized itineraries, tailoring his services to the needs and preferences of each client, whether in luxury charters, fishing excursions, or recreational sailing experiences. His love for the sea and dedication to providing unique moments aboard have earned him the trust of those seeking to enjoy the ocean with the utmost safety and professionalism. Each voyage he leads is an opportunity to share his passion for navigation, offering an unforgettable experience on every journey.


Chef/Mate Mariana
Crewing: Nov - Dec 2024/March - April 2025/July - Aug 2025

Mariana is a Chef with a distinguished career in the luxury hospitality industry and yacht service. Born in Cuba, her love for the sea and cooking traces back to her island roots, where she spent afternoons in the kitchen with her grandmother, from whom she learned the secrets of culinary art. This early connection to cooking and life on the water has guided her career, blending tradition and creativity in every dish she prepares. With years of experience providing high-end services, Mariana has perfected her ability to deliver personalized culinary experiences aboard luxury vessels in the crystal-clear waters of the Bahamas.

Her focus is on designing exclusive menus that highlight Caribbean flavors and creating memorable moments for each guest. Her passion for cooking goes hand in hand with her dedication to excellence in service, making her a key collaborator in crafting luxury nautical experiences. Mariana is not only a talented chef but also a warm host who understands the importance of every detail in creating unique moments on board.

Captain Vicente De la Guardia
Crewing: Jan - Feb 2025/May - June 2025

Captain Vicente is a highly experienced sailor and captain with over 20 years of experience navigating the Caribbean's crystal-clear waters. His extensive maritime background includes sailing charters, fishing excursions, sailing instruction, and vessel maintenance. Born and raised in the Caribbean, Vicente developed a deep love for the ocean and its rhythms. He began sailing at a young age and quickly honed his skills, becoming a respected captain and sailing instructor.

Chef/Mate Carolina
Crewing: Jan - Feb 2025/May - June 2025

Carolina is a vibrant Cuban chef whose cooking isn't just a profession - it's her heritage, her creative outlet, and her way of sharing love and warmth with others. Growing up in Cuba, Carolina was surrounded by the rich aromas and flavors of traditional Caribbean cuisine. She spent countless hours cooking alongside her family, learning the secrets of timeless dishes and developing a deep appreciation for the simple, yet profound joy of sharing meals. In her kitchen, Carolina combines this heritage with her love for sailing and fishing. Every dish tells a story of the sea, from the freshest catches to the subtlest coastal flavors.

Sample Menu

BREAKFAST

Mini Salted Caramel Apple Pies
With yogurt parfaits, bacon and egg scramble.

Chicken and Sausage Egg Bites
With spinach, sun dried tomato, and goat cheese. Fresh baked muffins.

Eggs en Cocotte and Lox Bagels
Served with warm toast points for dipping and fresh fruit smoothies.

Puff Pasty Cheese Tartlets and Potato Pancakes
Pineapple, bacon, and egg scramble.

Avocado Toast and Poached Eggs
Tomato, feta, herb oil, crispy bacon, and micro greens. Yogurt parfait.

Mixed Berry Pancakes with Lemon Curd
Served with bacon or sausage, and cheesy egg scramble.

LUNCH

Blackened Fish Tacos
Spring mix, mango salsa, charro black beans, blue chips and salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Grilled Skirt Steak Caprese
Heirloom tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil, pesto, balsamic glaze. Served with crostini.

Teriyaki Glazed Salmon Bowl
Over spring mix and wild rice. Topped with cranberry, toasted pecans, and teriyaki vinaigrette.

Gourmet Beef Sliders
Bacon and caramelized onion jam, truffle parmesan potato wedges, roasted balsamic brussel sprouts, and feta

Tuna Poke Rice Noodle Bowl
Carrot, cucumber, green onion, cilantro, sesame, crispy wonton, slivered almonds, Asian sesame dressing

Barbecued Pulled Pork
With smoked gouda mac and cheese and steamed broccoli 

APPETIZERS

Pita Pizzas
With fig manchego, arugula, and balsamic

Baked Brie en Croute
With jam and crostini

Puff Pastry Tartlet
Caramelized onion and cheese

Charcuterie and Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Served with crostini and crudite

Crispy Spring Rolls
Thai sweet chili dipping sauce

Spicy Tuna Tartlets
Sriracha mayo and micro greens

DINNERS

Mustard Crusted Lamb Chops
With mint jelly, creamy risotto, and parmesan tomato.

Grilled Shrimp and Polenta Cake
Fried polenta, cilantro salsa verde, and prosciutto wrapped haricot verts.

Seared Beef Ribeye
Chimmichurri sauce, baby roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus with orange pepper and hollandaise.

Mediterranean Baked Sea Bass
Olive, tomato, and caper blend, roasted purple cauliflower mash, grilled zucchini with parmesan.

Caribbean Fried Snapper
Pico de Gallo, coconut lime basmati rice, sweet and spicy baby glazed carrots.

Linguini Alfredo with Blackened Chicken
Sautéed squash and fresh garlic bread.



DESSERTS

Salted Caramel Brownie A La Mode
Vanilla bean ice cream and cookie crisp garnish

Bailey’s Bananas Foster
Over chocolate ice cream, praline topping

Lemon Cake with Blueberry Coulis
Rum whipped cream

Tiramisu
Kahlua and chocolate seashells

Flourless Chocolate Cake
Raspberry coulis, fresh berries, and whipped cream

Mango Sorbet
Coconut cookie tube wafer

Creme Brûlée
With fresh berries

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Summer Operations
Bahamas

Winter Operations
Bahamas