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Crew Info:
Hailing from South Africa, Francois has been working in the marine industry for a number of years. He first came to the BVI in the wake of hurricanes Irma and Maria to assist with mass yacht salvage and cleanup. Working as a commercial diver he was doing everything from cleaning cruise ship propellors to working alongside ‘Beyond The Reef’ on the epic Willy T and Sharkplano dive projects.
A real water-man, he loves nothing more than kiting, diving or fishing and he can’t wait to welcome his guests onboard!
Chef Katie has been in the industry 10 years, working on yachts in the Med and the Caribbean since 2016. She’s passionate about feeding her guests as much fresh, local produce as possible, supporting local businesses and farms in the BVI, and has forged great relationships with some of the best local suppliers.
Her favourite type of cooking? Fresh, healthy and vibrant dishes whilst saving a little room for dessert.. because everyone knows we don’t count calories on the water, only memories. Katie also holds a Distinction in the WSET Level 2 study of wine. She is always willing to offer a wine tasting experience for her guests onboard. She will also curate wine paring dinners and tasting menus for special occasions at her guests request!
Alongside her partner, Francois, she cannot wait to welcome guests and show them what the home of ‘nature’s little secrets’ has to offer!
Captain Francois Botha
Marine Qualifications:
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
STCW
PADI Dive Master
Chef Katie Harrison
Certificate of Intermediate Cookery, Ashburton Culinary School
RYA Day Skipper
RYA Powerboat Level 2
STCW
Food Safety Level 2
PADI Rescue Diver
USKA Superyacht Interior Foundation
-All Service Styles Including Silver
-Floristry and Table Presentation
-Wine, Port, and Cigar Study
