Food is a critical part of any vacation experience and our customers typically want something special & memorable. Fortunately Marianne’s father was a chef and she was brought up with a love and interest for cooking. Our extensive traveling has only served to broaden her culinary horizons and gourmet options, creating mouth watering delights. Marianne enjoys cooking with fresh produce and fruits and making her healthy meals from scratch. We of course cater to special dietary needs.
We also stock bottled water, juices, soft drinks and beer in our on-deck cooler and in the bar we carry a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Standard bar is included.
Thank you so much for a wonderful week at sea. As this was our first time for such a trip, you made us feel at ease and most welcome the minute we stepped on board. You are both great hosts. Marianne, what a fabulous cook you are and Kristian a most accommodating bartender. It was a fun and relaxing week with any memorable moments. “Get out of our cove”!
Best wishes to you both and safe sailing.
Kent and Cindy
Take a look at just some of the items we serve to get a feel for the food that you too can experience. We think that it is part of a vacation experience to go out and sample some local food and drinks so we will be happy to recommend some of our special restaurants and bars on and off the beaten path.
Breakfast
Waffles with fresh berries
Caribbean french toast
Home-made banana walnut bread
Chocolate chip pancakes
Eggs & bacon
Warm croissants
Bagels with smoked salmon
Scrambled eggs with ham & tomatoes topped with green onion
Freshly brewed coffee (regular or de-cafe)
Regular or herbal teas
This has been one of our best family vacations ever. The sailing, the atmosphere and the company of the crew could not have been better. We have been pampered start to finish. The food has been outstanding and Kristian’s bartending was very accommodating. From the towels and linens to the great appointenents in the salon and cockpit – every thing made us feel special.
Thanks for giving us such a special week!
Bruce, Karen and Austin
Lunch
Seafood salad with fresh asparagus served in avocados
Marinated steak salad
Portobello picata with marinara sauce
Spanakopita with Greek salad
Smoked salmon & melon salad
Pasta with gorgonzola sauce
What can we say? The food, the bloody Mary’s, the crab Caesar salad? We had a blast! We were so relaxed and could not want for anything! All of our girls just chilled out and we drank and eat to our hearts content – Thank you so much for our perfect Spring Break 2009! We will be back – Loved it!
Amy
Hors d'oeuvers
Baked artichoke dip
Home-made graved lax
Crap dip
Cheese platter
Home-made hummus with pita bread
Baked brie cheese bread
Thank you for a wonderful and memorable week How great to get to know you both and share the pleasures of sailing and Marianne’s gourmet meals every day!
Lois
Entrees
Salmon in potato crust with fresh steamed asparagus and Hollandaise sauce
Grilled marinated pork tenderloin with potatoes au gratin and steamed vegetables
Poussins with basmati rice, red wine sauce and warm fruit salad
Rack of lamb Greenbrier with rosemary potatoes and steamed carrots
Sesame seed seared tuna with plantains, wild rice, and wasabi sauce
Grilled filet mignon with Hassel baked potatoes, steamed vegetables and Bernaise sauce
Marianne and Kristian what a week! Thank you for making our trip outstanding. We could not have asked for anything more. You thought of everything. The food was unbelievable and how amazed we were, when there was nothing out and then all of a sudden, out came a meal better than any fine restaurant. You took us to all the best spots in BVI. We had the best time with our old friends and our two new ones.
Thanks, Michael and Erin
Desserts
Blueberry cheese cake
Almond crepes with ice cream
Chocolate souffle
Fresh berries in Chambord liquor with whipped creme
Mango mousse
Hazelnut cake with panache
Key lime pie
Our first BVI experience and a memorable one. The trip far surpassed our expectations – from the blue water, the snorkeling and most definitely the food and service.
Julie and Tom
Marianne and Kristian. We had a wonderful time on Breanker the past nine days. After ten years of chartering in BVI we must say that Marianne is by far the best chef we’ve ever had! Your meals were a delight and we thank you enormously for the recipes. (The royalty check is in the mail). We loved the snorkel spots and especially the “Jacuzzi”! Thank you so much for the warm hospitality and sharing your home at sea with us. Wishing you good health and many great times with your grand kids.
Our very best regards, The Nobles, the Rogers, and the Morissons
More Guest Comments About Our Food...
Marianne and Kristian, Thank you for an amazing week with you! We loved every destination and experience, especially with your special insights! The only way to experience these islands! And thank you for making us all feel very much at home with you. Thank you for all the delicious meals – and new ones for the kids! LOVED THE SAILING! We loved our lesson on the Danish culture and our conversations on world travel! The destinations were fabulous – swimming with a 6’ nurse shark today was new for our family Jthank you for spoiling us in every way!!!
Kevin and Laura
Thank you for a great trip and thank you for taking us tubing. The food was great especially the pancakes, tuna, salmon and Key lime pie. I had a fun time sailing and exploring the island and water. Please visit us in NC.
Mange tak, Ana, 12 years
Kristian and Marianne – What a delightful surprise to encounter the two of you! From day one, you welcomed us in to your life, treated us with the outmost care, tolerated all our fobies and idiosyncrasies with patience and kindness, and made us all feel like family.
You showed us how the islands have changed from the hurricanes and at the same time and at the same time showed us the human side of a natural disaster, as well as economic, botanical, geographical and oceanographic effects. What an education! More people needs to come down here, not to exploit, but to understand how we can all do our part as human beings helping human beings.
All I can say about the food is YUM!! The garlic dipping sauce, pancakes the size of your head, beautiful salads and mysterious smoothies – WOW! Every meal was a treat! Most of all you feel like family to me, and I thank you so much for that.
Much love and we will all be seeing you soon.
Tusind tak! Calli
Kristian and Marianne, Thank you for allowing us in to your home. What an incredible trip with the best hosts. I loved all the stops and the islands in between lively and remote – it was so much fun to spend the week with such seasoned professionals. I really appreciated the food, thank you for preparing such melting delicious meals. I hope we can cross paths again someday.
Much love Amy
Thank you so much for another vacation on the Breanker. As always the sites were beautiful, the food was delicious and the hosts were wonderful. Life on the Breanker is always perfect.
Thank you again, Kamran
David’s toast:
Everyone! I have something to say; To Kristian and Marianne, Thank you for everything you do to us. Thank you for changing my mind about food!!
David Gallagher, 6 years.
Marianne and Kristian.
Thank you for another wonderful week of beautiful sites, laughter, catching up and wonderful food. Your hospitality and attention to detail to create an outstanding experience. Although the islands are damaged there is resilience and welcoming at all the places we visited. The water is beautiful and beaches are still paradise. This is still our happy place
Much love and hugs, Jenny and Mary-Jo
Marianne and Kristian. This is our second time on Breanker and we had a blast! We were so glad that Breanker survived the 2017 hurricanes. The ocean is still blue and the people are so welcoming. Thank you both for a wonderful stay aboard Breanker. You are both amazing and made our stay so comfortable. Thanks for the fabulous food and great sailing. We WILL be back!
Karlyn and Mary
P.S. We hope that you will do a Breanker cookbook!!
Marianne and Kristian. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I have been hearing about your charters from friends for a few years and was so exited to be able to finally experience sailing with you for myself. I had high expectations for a fun time, great views, amazing food and the best company…. You exceeded ALL of my expectations! It is obvious you both work very hard and have a large amount of passion for everything you do. The attention to details, organization and planning is amazing. Full bellies, yummy drinks and the most fun I’ve ever had on a trip, are all thanks to you two. Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us and just know I will be back again!!!
Stephanie
Marianne and Kristian.
Thank you for being so kind to my children and teaching them so much. We felt like we were onboard with our own family. We couldn’t ask for anything more. This was the most perfect kind of holidays. You are both so kind and considerate… If we had to do it over we wouldn’t change a thing. I might come back for a few lessons in the galley – unless of course we can talk you in to a visit to Canada J
Until next time, we wish you smooth sailing. Mange tak!! Tusind tak!!
Love, The Kenney’s