Stories from the Captain's Log

Welcome aboard Grumpy Sailor’s blog – your slow living compass through Kotor Bay. Here you’ll find stories, mini guides, and everyday moments from our life by the sea.

The Messy, Saucy Shrimp StewThat Stole Our Hearts

, 17. August 2025.

If you’ve been around here for a while, you’ve met Krsto — the captain of our stove when shrimp is involved. This stew has been on heavy rotation in our home since our daughter Luca could hold a spoon… and then promptly ditch it to eat with her hands.

It’s the kind of dish that doesn’t just feed you, it takes over the table. By the time we’re done, the plates are empty, the bread basket is a memory, and everyone’s fingers are stained with that deep, red sauce.

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📷 photos by milutin_je – thank you for capturing the soul of the Bay💛