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Crew Profile

Captain Charl Engels (Charl is pronounced Sh-arl) proudly hails from South Africa. He has been active at sea for over 30 years on both sailing and motor yachts – both charter and private. With 20 of these years spent primarily on sailing yachts – including several classic yachts. Charl has explored the US Atlantic Seaboard & New England, crossed the Atlantic many times, and sailed in the Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, and Caribbean Islands & Bahamas.

Completing countless yacht deliveries on motor yachts, and racing & cruising sailing yachts has afforded Charl the opportunity to not only log sea miles, but to hone his seamanship skills and become a very accomplished marine engineer.

Stewardess / Deckhand Christine Engels and her husband Charl are true optimists who seize each day, and together share a passion for travel, new culinary encounters and exploring new destinations. On their journeys Charl can be found chatting with locals and searching for their next amazing dining experience.

Christine was raised on Florida’s Gulf Coast and brings to BB an extensive background in hospitality & table service, having spent more than 15 years in some of the finest hotels & restaurants in both Chicago and Austin. She joined the marine industry in 2019 and quickly become an accomplished deckhand & stewardess, working on both the interior and exterior of very large yachts.

Christine is adept at not only assisting on deck, but also at setting an elegant table, providing silent & seamless service, and wine & beverage pairing. She has an eye for detail, a warm and welcoming personality, and a sensitivity to anticipate guests needs (including the need for privacy) and thereby enabling guests to enjoy a relaxing experience on board BB.

Sample Menu

BB Sample Menu

Breakfast

Fresh fruit platter, cereals, yogurt, bacon, juice or fruit smoothie, coffee and a variety of teas are served with breakfast daily

Egg and vegetable frittata, sauteed seasoned potatoes, with a salad garnish

Eggs en Cocotte with mushrooms & brioche toast, topped with chorizo dust, served alongside roasted cherry tomatoes on a bed of arugula

Blueberry pancakes Served with a warm local organic maple syrup, & an assortment of fresh berries

Eggs caprese, Italian style, eggs of your choice, grilled ciabatta, layered with crispy prosciutto & fresh mozzarella, drizzled with pesto & freshly diced tomatoes

Smoked salmon eggs, with capers, bagels & cream cheese, with an arugula & organic sprouts garnish

Continental breakfast, Serving of banana bread, blueberry scones & an array of chocolate & fruit-filled croissants & / or muffins

Lunch

Can be served family-style or individually plated.

Grilled Mediterranean shrimp kebabs served with a Greek orzo salad & a variety of marinated vegetables with feta cheese, with a warm baked rosemary infused focaccia bread

From the Grill:  marinated tuna steak cooked to your choice, topped with freshly made mango salsa, accompanied with Quinoa tossed with chopped fresh herbs, sundried tomatoes, capers, atop organic ‘sunnies’ microgreens

BB Burger: Homemade with our butcher’s prime ground beef, with all the trimmings on a brioche bun. Topped with your choice of cheese, applewood bacon, pickles, & accompanying salads.

Roasted corn & pepper salad, with a honey & lemon dressing topped with tarragon chicken

Chicken Caesar salad with a pesto and mozzarella chilled pasta garnished with baked pine nuts

Crab cakes & Asian inspired slaw that is a combination of finely julienned red and green cabbage, snow peas, mango & spring onions tossed with Asian vinaigrette & sprinkled with fresh herbs

Traditional Lobster roll with grilled corn rounds

Fajitas of your choice, a meat, shrimp or vegetarian dish.  ‘for our touch of Mexican style on board BB’ with a sip of our fine Tequila margarita made with freshly squeezed limes by stewardess Christine’

A side of salmon teriyaki style, with a selection of salads

Hors d'oeuvres

There is no better way to watch our stunning sunsets, than with your own personal Happy Hour, featuring the Captain’s Cocktail of the day or your favorite aperitif & an array of delicious appetizers.

Chilled vegetable & fresh mint spring rolls, with hoisin based & sweet chili dipping sauce

Jumbo Wild caught shrimp with homemade horseradish cocktail sauce

Charcuterie platter of fine cheeses and assortment of shaved meats, accompanied with marinated olives and dried fruits

Baked mussels in their half shell topped with freshly made basil pesto and shredded parmesan

Mini baked parmesan baskets, with Caesar salad leaves and baby croutons

Baked dates filled with soft cheese and wrapped in prosciutto

Appetizers

A variety of fresh local oysters with ground horseradish, picante & BB’s homemade shallot and red wine vinagerette

Roasted red pepper & heirloom tomato soup, with homemade croutons & crème fraiche swirl

Grilled asparagus tips topped with a poached egg, & crispy bacon

White fish ceviche with a microgreen garnish

Slow baked brie infused with fresh rosemary & garlic, cranberry jelly & baked pita triangles

Fresh mussels in their shells with a white wine garlic & cilantro broth with a splash of cream

Assortment of chilled homemade dips served with an array of fresh crudités including a curried chickpea mash, caponata & eggplant based dip, hummus, smoked fish pate, fresh guacamole

Wild caught shrimp sauteed in fresh ginger & herbs, caramelized in a sweet chili sauce

Entrees

The dining experience each night on BB is further enhanced with a candle-lit table setting that is designed to create an atmosphere to compliment the evening's menu.

Grilled succulent pork tenderloin drizzled with a light creamy cider sauce with caramelized onion, stewed apples, cheesy mash & broccoli spears

Fresh Lobster Night with traditional trimmings,  grilled parmesan encrusted corn on the cob, red bliss potatoes, butcher’s best sausages, slaw, an crisp garden saad.

Mahi-mahi marinated in low sodium soy & fresh ginger, over a baby spinach salad, with a risotto of assorted mushroom

Surf ‘n Turf, grilled fillet mignon shrimp drizzled with a wild mushroom sauce, with pommes boulangère with white wine & garlic sauteed mushrooms.  Note from Stewardess: “This pairs superbly with our famous Yacht BB Belle Glos Pinot Noir, from Clark & Telephone, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County.”

Chicken fillet with a green Thai curry sauce, mange tout, julienne of zucchini, with cilantro jasmine rice

Pan fried or baked seabass fillets with a yogurt caper sauce, accompanied with wild rice & glazed baby vegetables

Ribbons of fresh tagliatelle pasta, with a spicy tomato & seafood sauce, accompanied with a green salad & garlic bread

Fall off the bone baby back ribs coated in our homemade BBQ sauce, local in season fresh vegetable, with roasted fingerling potatoes

Desserts

Dark chocolate mousse, with a raspberry coulis & warm chocolate ganache

Carrot cake, topped with a vanilla & rum frosting, passion fruit & mango coulis

Slow-baked Pavlova, with assortment of berries & freshly whipped cream

Crème caramel with strawberry drizzle

Old fashioned style English apple pie, with crème fraiche

Flambeed crème brulée

Cheesecake with a hint of lemon, decorated with pomegranate, fresh assorted berries & a dusting of powdered sugar

Chef’s note:  Dining on board BB is prepared with a farm to table concept, always keeping healthy eating in mind, & tailored to our guests tastes.  Gluten free option, or any other specific diet can be accommodated.

More Locations Details

Summer Operations
USA - New England, USA - North East

Winter Operations
USA - Florida East Coast, USA - South East