Below Deck Sailing Yacht Recap: Warm Cake

As a seasoned observer of human dynamics aboard floating households, I must say that this week’s cast seems to be navigating through some choppy waters.


In this installment, we find that Cloyce makes a mistake, Emma experiences doubt, and the junior stews express reluctance towards their duties. Additionally, Glenn discovers the art of Sudoku.

It appears you arrived seeking additional insights, and I’m happy to provide that here. Firstly, let’s delve deeper into Cloyce’s challenges. As lunchtime was nearing, Glenn, surprised by the chef swimming with the guests, summoned him back from the water. This was unusual for Glenn, as he had never witnessed a chef doing so before and found it disconcerting. Adding to Cloyce’s troubles, getting into the tender presented another challenge.

In a somewhat suspenseful manner, Cloyce nonchalantly switches outfits while preparing lunch in a leisurely fashion as the clock ticks down. This scenario makes me wish he could be on ‘Top Chef’, showing some real drive there. A potential ‘Below Deck‘ chefs season is something I’d love to see unfold, but for now, let’s just imagine. It seems Cloyce may have waited too long to chop the herbs, but I’ll give him the advantage of the doubt. When the guests, who had been waiting for over nine minutes, still hadn’t eaten at 5:15, I found myself mistaken. They eventually began eating at that time. Given this late lunch hour, it seems plausible that Glenn was anxious about the meal being served on time to avoid spoiling their dinner. Cloyce acknowledges his miscalculation of timing and accepts full responsibility for the delay, which is a trait I often see among the crew when they make mistakes this week.

Tonight’s topic revolves around mermaids, and Glenn shares the tale of Es Vedrà’s mermaids to excite our guests. Meanwhile, Carla, who is identified as a mermaid, has a hidden role in store. In another context, we find Rocky from Below Deck season three feeling frustrated because someone else was compensated for their passion. Later, when Carla dons her tail, Davide helps her onto the swim platform to entertain our guests. She creates a splash with her movements and swims around, but it appears that this performance is more for the enjoyment of rowdier guests or men who are drawn to an attractive woman, rather than providing entertainment suitable for our composed group of ladies.

On Amy’s 60th birthday, Cloyce mentions he has ordered a cake from a bakery to Daisy. She subtly hints that perhaps he could use his spare time for something more refined. In response, he plans to make whipped cream and berries to accompany the cake. Daisy’s expression clearly shows her disapproval; she’s concerned about the tip depending on this individual. However, she maintains a polite tone and simply acknowledges it as his decision. Cloyce admits he dislikes making cakes, which is why he opted not to. This sentiment is familiar among chefs, but one must question whether they despise earning money more than baking cakes. Cloyce seems confident that Amy, a reality TV yacht charterer, will prioritize drinking over the cake. Nevertheless, I believe that regardless of their age, individuals who indulge in such luxuries would appreciate the tradition of blowing out candles on an elegant cake.

At dinner, Glenn mingles with the other guests, making the situation somewhat tense. Everything seems to be going smoothly. Cloyce’s squid dish, beautifully arranged, receives praise for its appearance, yet no comments are made about its taste. During blue mermaid martinis, the discussion shifts towards Glenn’s age. Everyone admires how well he looks for being 63 and working outdoors. In a professional manner, Glenn accepts the compliment without reciprocating any flirtatious remarks.

At the galley, everyone seems uncertain about the small cake Cloyce had brought. As they anticipate dessert, he decides to reheat it, only for it to crumble apart. One might wonder why he chose to warm it up in the first place. Meanwhile, the guests are whisked away to the upper deck to enjoy music by DJ Elliott and a large bottle of Veuve Clicquot. In an attempt to salvage the situation, Cloyce frosts the cake, making it resemble a homemade foam furniture piece. Even Emma, who is well-versed in baking, knows better than to ice a warm cake. They bypass the candles and serve the cake already cut. Daisy finds solace in the fact that DJ Elliott’s music helps divert attention from the less-than-satisfactory dessert. Despite Amanda’s failed attempt with Glenn, the women seem to have better luck with Elliott, managing to persuade him to join them in the hot tub. It seems Cloyce may have been correct about Amy’s priorities, as the group shows no interest in the cake slices. As a broken clock is correct twice a day, so too might Cloyce’s assertion prove true. In the hot tub, there are signs of flirtatious behavior, prompting DJ Elliott to depart. I can only wish we had heard his thoughts on the matter!

Following the charter, Daisy signals to Glenn that she believes there might be an issue with the chef. He’s only meeting the basic requirements and not utilizing his extra time to enhance the food quality, such as baking cakes or bread for breakfast. Glenn feels that Cloyce has the potential but needs encouragement. During the team meeting, he gently nudges Cloyce to maintain professionalism and make better use of his spare hours. Cloyse acknowledges this as a valuable wake-up call.

This week, I find myself humbled as well. I’ve made some mistakes, and there was an instance where Gary seemed quite irritated with me. I shared my feelings about this with Daisy, but it’s unclear if he overheard our conversation. It could be that his reactions are being edited for dramatic effect?

When they moor, Emma attempts to fasten the rear line, yet it’s not tight enough. Gary points out that this is a fundamental skill when working on boats. It appears she becomes somewhat discouraged when he demonstrates the correct method, leaving him uncertain if she’s unaware or just indifferent. Annoyed, Emma perceives it as another mistake added to her expanding catalog of blunders.

Emma expresses that she’s surrounded by individuals who appear exceptionally skilled, but this isn’t accurate since the stews are still gaining experience and Daisy is concerned about their sensitivity. Emma adjusts Danni’s wine and water glass placement without issue, yet neither steward seems enthusiastic about housekeeping. They’re at an impasse regarding who will clean the cabins tonight. Diana chooses to remain diplomatic by not voicing her concerns. If a stew complains in a cabin where only reality-TV crew members are present to hear it, does it still count as complaining? In the end, Danni assists Diana with the cabins and they apologize to each other. They refute allegations of being frenemies in an interview: Complaining is just part of their job.

Later on, Daisy requests Danni to prepare some lime juice, and the junior cook queries about its purpose. It seems there might be confusion between lemon and lime, but Diana mentions she needs to recheck the margarita recipe. This indicates that while Diana recognizes her lack of cocktail expertise, it’s worrying. Daisy plans for the stews to practice making drinks for the crew before their night out. She whips up a Bloody Mary and announces she’s finished, leaving Danni by herself at the bar. Diana is puzzled about having to make more, as her brief moment of self-awareness has vanished. Daisy tells Diana to pull herself together and work harder. Emma informs Daisy that Diana was upset, and Daisy tries to smooth things over with Diana. However, she believes both stews need a tougher constitution. In this case, Daisy is correct, but jobs requiring “a thick skin” should raise concerns.

At dinner, Cloyce ended up covering the bill that amounted to 260 euros. Upon entering, I wasn’t sure if Cloyce was swaying against the menu stand due to intoxication outside, but now it seems he might have been checking out the prices. They opted for a fixed menu, and considering each person paid €32.50 with drinks included, it appears to be a good deal. Following a $25,000 tip (Amy claims it was an extraordinary birthday party), this expense won’t put too much of a strain on the bank account.

In the car on their way to the club, a tipsy Emma inquires about Diana’s feelings towards Gary. Diana declines, but the friends find Emma’s questioning a bit pushy. Danni thinks Emma is ruining the mood when she says she’s the only girl there who can’t be charmed. This saddens me deeply. At the club, Daisy overhears the friends are upset, so she draws Emma aside into the restroom. I appreciate that Emma appears to use the bathroom during this chat. Emma admits she was just curious and promises to stay out of it from now on. The friends ask Emma, who’s sitting alone, if she’s alright. She reiterates her promise to stay out of things, which seems suspiciously like getting involved once more.

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2024-10-29 20:54