Captain Steve

Steve grew up on the coast of Australia and has been immersed in sailing from a very young age. Joining the Navy Cadets at twelve years old, he followed a true professional path at sea—working across a wide range of vessels over the years and learning every inch of the job, from the bilges up. This isn’t a career he stumbled into—it’s one he’s built from day one.

With decades of experience spanning Australia, Greece, and the Caribbean, Steve combines expert seamanship with an easygoing personality that instantly puts guests at ease. He holds himself (and his vessel) to the highest standards of safety, maintenance, and performance. When he’s not at the helm, Steve is often out kitesurfing, foiling, or freediving- always happiest in or on the water. He is also a keen reader who enjoys a quiet moment with a good book. In the evenings you might catch him at the back of the boat sparkling up the barbie and grilling something simple and delicious- because nothing beats good food, fresh air and a Caribbean sunset shared with good company.

Crew Monika

Monika, originally from Poland, brings a rich and varied background to the Groovy crew. Before stepping into life on the water, she built a solid foundation in the hospitality industry—developing the attentive, guest-focused approach she brings to every charter today. Her earlier years were also marked by extensive travel and work throughout Africa, where she explored remote regions and worked as a safari guide, honing her eye for wildlife and her deep love of nature.

Now an experienced sailor and onboard chef, Monika blends local Caribbean ingredients with Mediterranean flair to create fresh, wholesome meals tailored to her guests. She also has a keen knowledge of local markets and seasonal produce, ensuring each dish is vibrant, healthy, and rooted in the region.

Naturally more introverted, Monika brings calm, insight, and subtle humor to life aboard Groovy. She connects thoughtfully with guests, listens well, and has an intuitive sense of how to help each person feel at ease—whether that means sharing a good story, pointing out a rare bird overhead, or simply letting the moment unfold.
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Together, Steve and Monika offer a rare balance of skill, warmth, and quiet professionalism. With Groovy as your home on the water, you’ll discover not just beautiful destinations—but a charter experience that feels completely effortless, genuine, and deeply personal.

Breakfast:

Various types of pancakes: banana, apple or plain with maple syrup, fruit and yogurt

Homemade breads - variety of seeds

Mediterranean omelette

Nutritious mango-coconut-oat milkshake

Traditional full English breakfast

Oven baked fluffy omelette with green peas

French toast with avocado and sour cream

Homemade banana muffins with rum and raisins

Fruit platter, jams, peanut butter, honey, coffee and selection of teas 

 

Lunch:

Pasta broccoli with blue cheese and feta garnish.

Roasted beef cold cuts with humus, tomato and home made bread.

Freshly caught Yellow tuna fish cakes with coleslaw & salads.

Mediterranean mouthwatering shakshuka made with spicey sausage, chick pea and bbq aubergines.

Quinoa salad with chicken marinated in ginger and sesame oil.

Penne pasta with Bbq aubergines and sun dried tomato sauce.

Zucchini balls served with sour cream dip and beet root carpaccio salad.

 

Dinner

BBQ' d Tuna steaks with sesame seeds served with wasabi & pickled ginger.  Accompanied by stir fried vegetables and steamed basmati rice

Mango chutney wahoo served with spiced green rice & local market salad

BBQ Beef Tenderloin with oven roasted root vegetables, seasoned with thyme and creamy garlic. Served family style.

Oven baked fresh red snapper with tabule salad and fried smoked paprika plantain.

Pan Fried Marlin Filet in coconut sauce with curry and coriander, served with saffron rice and garden salad.

BBQ Lamb chops with baked couliflower and potatoes mashed with dill.

Mediterranean slow roasted baby back ribs with corn on the cob and mack and cheese. 

Pan seared ahi tuna filet with sesame seeds, served with basmati rice and stir fri vegetables

Mushroom risotto with oven roasted chcken thighs 

 

Deserts:

Browny with whipped cream

Coconut panna cota

Mango cheese cake

Apple Rum Cake

Coconut Chocolate Mousse

Locally made ice cream

Tropical fruit salad

Pineapple with dark local chocolate blend 

Happy Hour: Trust Captain Steve's mixological talents and a great variety of rum caribbean cocktails. Relax at sunset with, for example, a bite of nachos with cheese dipped in guacamole, or, crackers, vegetable dips and home made humous. 

Note : Groovy's ships bar includes local beer (Hairoun and Carib), Sparrows rum, Malibu rum, Absolut vodka, Gordon's Gin, Dewars, Crown Royal Jose Cuervo Tequila. Wines: Groovy includes table wine which is served with meals. This includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and French Rose. Any specific requests for wine and excess consumption will be charged to APA.