Culina

The Flavours of Indonesia.
Our journey through the Indonesian archipelago has been nothing short of delicious. From the buzz of Kupang to the laid-back surf vibes of Rote, the untouched beauty of Sawu, and the wild magic of Rinca and Labuan Bajo; Each island has served up its own unique flavour.
Every stop has been a feast for the senses, and we’re savouring every moment.

Sunset routine was a little different; we got invited over by one of the neighbouring yachts who was hosting a get together in the bay.
The hospitality and genuine kindness of the people in the sailing community that we have met so far has been phenomenal.
It was great hearing shared stories of boat life, amazing adventures into remote locations, and living life to the fullest.

🕷️ Ballooning spider takeover in Darwin!

Today, we were hit with a wave of tiny flying spiders, drifting through the air on silk and weaving webs all over the rigging. Zoom in and you’ll see fine threads stretched between the lines.

Last week, they spun so much web that they actually stopped our wind instruments from working, and we had to clean everything off!

Turns out they’re ballooning spiders... harmless little guys who float through the air during calm weather. Cool to watch, but not ideal when you're relying on sensors to sail.

🕸️ Fun Facts:
• Charles Darwin saw spiders landing on the HMS Beagle, far out at sea, and was baffled.
• Ballooning spiders have been found as high as 5 km (16,000 ft) in the atmosphere.
• They can sense and launch using the Earth’s electric field, not just wind. Literally floating on static vibes.

So yep, spiders really do travel by air. Tiny aeronauts hitching rides on invisible currents.

They might meet Mortein if they stay around !!

🍛 A dish that is easy to make on board - Easy Chicken Curry with Smokey Joe's Rubs 🌶️

Craving curry without the chaos? This Easy Chicken Curry makes it easy to make a tasty curry — and with Smokey Joe’s Rubs, the rich flavour practically builds itself. Think tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and just the right heat, all coming together in one fragrant pot. 🍗🥥🔥

Whether you’re cooking in a city apartment or from a boat kitchen like us, this one’s no-stress, all-flavour.

🔥 Perfect for:
• Fast family meals
• Next-day leftovers that slap
• Spicing up your midweek routine

👨‍🍳 Pro tip: Mix in your favourite veggies or swap the protein — curry plays nice with almost everything.

👉 𝙵𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚘𝚠 for more easy global flavours
💬 𝙲𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 your go-to curry twist
❤️ 𝙻𝚒𝚔𝚎 if curry night is your happy place

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At least twice a week, we cook up Ramen Noodles. It's a fast, budget-friendly meal that actually hits the spot? This easy ramen noodle hack is the answer! All you need is a pack of instant ramen, an egg, soy sauce, and green onions (optional but highly recommended for added flavour). In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a steaming bowl of upgraded noodles that taste way better than basic!

🔥 How to Make It:
1️⃣ Boil ramen noodles as usual.
2️⃣ Crack an egg in the pot while it's boiling — poach it right in there! (We didnt have any eggs as Darwin has none at the moment)
3️⃣ Add a splash of soy sauce, garlic powder, and chilli flakes if you like heat.
4️⃣ Top with chopped fried onions or anything you’ve got on hand! We've added a spicy dried seaweed snack that tastes great here.

It’s savoury, satisfying, and costs less than $2. Perfect after a busy day when you can't be bothered putting much effort in! 🥢💸

💬 𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐋 𝐔𝐒 your go-to ramen add-ons!
👍 𝐋𝐈𝐊𝐄 this if you’ve ever spiced up instant noodles!
👣 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 for more budget-friendly meal hacks that slap!

We love cooking on board, so having good-quality meat is a must. Just stocked up the freezer with a great selection. While we do enjoy making the occasional complex dish, sometimes simple is best. The other night, it was just sausages for dinner, and honestly, they hit the spot.



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🧺 Yesterday was laundry day!

We’ve got a small 2.5kg mini washer on board Culina II, but when we want to save water or take a break, we head ashore if facilities are nearby.

Here anchored in front of Darwin Sailing Club, the Yacht Club offers a $20/week membership for cruisers, which gives you access to:�
✔️ Laundry ($5 a load)�
✔️ Showers & toilets�
✔️ Freshwater hose�
✔️ Rubbish drop-off
It’s a good excuse to jump in the dinghy, grab a coffee, and sit on the grass while the washing’s on and watch the locals out learning to sail. Not a bad way to spend a few hours. ⛵☕🌿

🥣 MAKING YOGHURT ON BOARD AND LOVING IT

We’ve started making our own yoghurt on Culina II, and it’s honestly a game changer. We picked up the EASIYO yoghurt maker, which is super easy to use and has excellent results.

You can either:
✅ Use their packet mixes
✅ Or do what we do: save 4–5 tablespoons of yoghurt and mix it with powdered milk (saves heaps of space on board)

We started doing this because we’re heading to remote places where yoghurt might be hard to find. One batch takes overnight to set and lasts about 3 days, so we make two batches a week.

💡 Perfect for breakfast, smoothies, or a quick, healthy snack at anchor.

🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese on board – simple, hearty, and always a win.

Yesterday’s lunch was a classic: rich, slow-cooked spaghetti Bolognese made right here on Culina II. One 500g pack of mince lasts us three meals, so it’s not just tasty — it’s budget-friendly, easy to reheat, and perfect for days when we want comfort without the fuss.

Great for lunches underway or an easy dinner at anchor.

https://culina.au/recipe/spaghetti-bolognese/

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