Galley

A galley is the kitchen area of a boat or ship, designed for preparing, cooking, and storing food while underway or at anchor. It may be a compact counter with a stove and sink on a small yacht, or a fully equipped working space on a cruising vessel, powerboat, or commercial craft.

A well-planned galley improves safety and crew endurance on passage. Secure lockers, fiddled benches, non-slip flooring, ventilation, and gimballed cookers help prevent spills, burns, and loose gear when conditions deteriorate. Its position relative to the Salon, nearby Bulkhead, and expected Sea State affects comfort, watchkeeping, and the ability to prepare hot food in rough weather.

For longer coastal or offshore trips, crews often plan galley use around forecast wind, waves, rain, and temperature. PredictWind forecasts and routing can help identify calmer meal windows, while the Offshore App supports updated weather downloads at sea so provisioning and cooking decisions match the conditions ahead.