Captain Jon
Right after crossing the stage at his 1987 high school graduation in Houston, Jon wasted no time. He hopped into his packed truck, determined to chase adventure. Twenty-three hours later—after two warnings for speeding—he arrived in Miami, Florida, ready to follow his dreams. His journey began aboard a 50-foot Bertram Sportfish with one goal: to fish in every major billfish tournament in the Caribbean. Living aboard full-time, Jon crisscrossed the Bahamian and Caribbean islands three times, from Walker’s Cay in the north to Grenada in the south, stopping at many islands in between.

After four years of life on the water, college, a business career, and family obligations brought him back to land. But even then, Jon couldn’t stay away from the sea—most weekends and holidays found him back on the water. Eventually, he became captain of the vessel, logging over 6,000 hours on the engines and continuing to freelance on boats up to 63 feet. By 2015, however, the fast-paced tournament lifestyle started to lose its shine. That’s when Jon’s interest turned to sailing—a huge shift for someone who once called sailboats “blow boats!”

Semi-retired from business, Jon sharpened his sailing skills, became an ASA instructor, and returned to the Caribbean. A pivotal moment came when he repositioned a 47-foot Leopard catamaran from Grenada to Turks and Caicos, solidifying his passion for sailing and making it part of his DNA.

Now at a stage where he wants to give back to the lifestyle that has brought him so much joy, Jon is eager to share the knowledge and experience he’s gathered over the years. Teaching others is his way of passing the torch, hoping to inspire a similar love for adventure in those he instructs.

Jon holds a USCG 100T Master’s license, is an ASA instructor, FAA private pilot, and an advanced scuba diver (NAUI, SSI, & PADI). And when he’s not in the air or on the sea, he’s a dedicated family man. To close, one of Jon’s favorite quotes from Anthony J. D’Angelo sums up his outlook: “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.”




Chef/First Mate Suzanne
Chef Suzanne began her journey into the food service industry while in college, working for a large family-owned restaurant chain in Houston, TX. Gaining knowledge of the hospitality and culinary world, she started as a hostess and worked her way up to kitchen manager. Always eager to learn, she continues to educate herself to stay up to date on the latest culinary trends and techniques. Her attention to detail ensures that she creates healthy, gourmet meals using fresh, locally sourced, and organic ingredients. Exploring new cultures and flavors inspires her to bring innovative culinary ideas to Soggy Doggy's charter guests. She is also known for her homemade pasta sauces, breads, spice blends, dressings, desserts, and charcuterie boards.

Suzanne's love for culinary creations is equally matched by her passion for nature, water, and the outdoors. Exploring new places, traveling, snorkeling, and swimming with turtles are at the top of her adventure list. Certified in CPR and first aid, she also holds SWCT and food safety certifications.

A wise mentor once told her, "Figure out what you love to do, then find a way to make a living doing that." And she has done just that, feeling blessed to "work" in paradise.

DAY BREAK
All breakfasts are served with warm pastries, breads & muffins, bacon & sausage, seasonal fresh fruit platter, fresh squeezed juice, overnight oats, yogurt and an extensive coffee & tea bar.

Savory baked frittata loaded with bacon, sausage, sauteed vegetables topped with assorted cheese served with homestyle roasted potatoes

Brioche french toast custard casserole with warm maple syrup topped with berries and dusted with powdered sugar and nutmeg

Eggs Benedict with boat-made fresh English muffins topped with Canadian bacon, poached egg, avocado & homemade citrus hollandaise

Avocado sourdough toast with a poached egg, bacon crumbles, goat cheese & chives served with a fresh fruit parfait

Lox & bagels with herb cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onions, capers & fresh dill

Breakfast tacos with freshly made tortillas topped with chorizo, eggs, pico de gallo, avocado, cotija cheese and homemade salsa served with a black bean medley

 

MIDDAY
All lunches are served with a variety of freshly baked brownies, cookies, lemon squares, cupcakes and more.

Marinated ahi tuna poke bowls with seasoned jasmine rice, edamame, diced mango, avocado and cucumber, shredded carrots & red onions, cilantro topped with eel sauce and spiced mayo aioli. Served with wonton crisps.

Boat-made Hawaiian roll pulled pork sliders topped with homemade slaw and served with a tomato, cucumber and avocado salad

Grilled marinated steak cobb salad with bacon crumbles, avocado, tomatoes, eggs, blue cheese crumbles and a homemade creamy tarragon dressing. Served with jiffied-up corn bread muffins.

Coconut shrimp lettuce wraps with a pineapple-mango salsa with a Thai sweet chili drizzle. Served with confetti rice.

Sushi spread featuring various maki and uramaki seafood and vegetarian rolls. Served with shrimp fried rice and handmade spring rolls.

Caribbean jerk chicken salad on fresh homemade croissants served with watermelon-cucumber salad with feta cheese and honey lime dressing

 

HORS D'OEUVRES
Charcuterie board featuring a medley of meats, cheese, nuts, fruits, veggies, fruits & olives

Caprese bruschetta

Campechana with homemade chips

Antipasto skewers

Shrimp brochette

Crab & shrimp stuffed mushroom caps

Pork & chicken empanadas

Ceviche with homemade chips

Shrimp cocktail

Baked crawfish dip with assorted crackers

 

MAIN
All meals are available as vegan and/or gluten-free options upon request.

Seafood scampi with succulent lobster, shrimp and scallops sauteed in a garlic butter wine sauce served on a bed of pasta with a side of creamed spinach, Caprese salad and homemade garlic bread.

Grilled marinated ribeye steak with red wine au jus, sauteed mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes and bacon wrapped asparagus. Served with a chef salad and assorted bread basket with herbed butter.

Grilled mahi mahi topped with seared scallops in a mango salsa. Served on a bed of sauteed spinach with a spicy pomegranate glaze and homemade focaccia bread.

Roasted creamy garlic mushroom chicken served with grilled vegetable skewers and marsala risotto. Fresh bread basket and herbed butter.

Italian Trio Tour~ Homemade veggie lasagna, baked chicken Piccata and eggplant parmesan rounds served with a side of fettucine alfredo and Caesar salad with homemade garlic bread.

Grilled lobster tail with homemade cowboy butter served with Hasselback sweet potatoes, zucchini boats and white cheddar lobster mac & cheese. Assorted bread basket and more cowboy butter.

MYOP~ Make Your Own Pizza. Homemade pizza crust and marinara ready to be topped with more than a dozen options of toppings. Each pie personally made by each guest exactly to their liking. Served grilled to perfection along with a side chef salad

 

DESSERT
Homemade white chocolate Amaretto cannoli

Cheesecake with berry compote

Balloon bombs

Mixed berry cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream

Key lime pie with candied grapes

Soggy Dollar Tiramisu

Chocolate mousse with fresh berries

Crème brulee

 

SHIP'S BAR
Mojito | Painkiller | Pina Colada

Planter’s Punch | Rum Punch Blue | Curacao Punch

Manhattan | Martini | Margarita on the rocks

Mudslide | Dark & Stormy

Cosmopolitan | Long Island Iced Tea

Bloody Mary | Mimosa