by The Captain | Oct 22, 2025 | All Stories, Rum and rations
If you’ve made it this far into issue 10 of The Captain, you’ve probably learned that abalone are served at Chinese banquets. In some cultures they’re rumoured to be an aphrodisiac. So it’s time to dim the lights, put some music on and serve your lady friend (or...
by The Captain | Oct 12, 2021 | All Stories, Rum and rations
Spanish maestro Miguel turns true blue with native Australian ingredients including sustainably sourced Murray cod, lemon myrtle, wattle seed and saltbush. INGREDIENTS • Murray cod, skin on • Extra virgin olive oil • Sea salt and black pepper ...
by The Captain | Oct 12, 2021 | All Stories, Rum and rations
Richard Freeman has been a professional solo fisherman for more than 40 years. Spending so much time on the water in his trusty Shark Cat, his usual companions are dolphins, sharks and seabirds. Richard shares a few stories about his salty friends. The Portuguese Man...
by The Captain | Oct 8, 2021 | All Stories, Rum and rations
Nothing screams “phallic symbol” louder than a lighthouse — OK, except, perhaps for a rocket. But lighthouses are more than just an opportunity for scenic dick pics and Instagram innuendo. For centuries, they have helped seafarers stay suitably separated from the sea....
by The Captain | Oct 8, 2021 | All Stories, Rum and rations
On a recent trip to the Humpy Doo Barramundi Farm in Darwin, Miguel donned a cricket helmet and snagged a barra with his own two hands. The decision went to the third umpire, but alas, the barra was declared out and sent to the hotplate to be served alongside a cherry...
by The Captain | May 21, 2021 | All Stories, Rum and rations
Outgoing Stabicraft CEO Paul Adams reflects on his time steering the ship. I never did it for the money, the accolades or team awards. I did it because I like to make stuff — just like all those craftsmen in the pages of The Captain. I’ve always had the ability to...
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