I would never disrespect a boat food staple, but let’s be honest, you can only eat so many cold sandwiches when out on the water. The idea of grilling on a boat isn’t new, but thanks to Magma and LilliPad Marine, it’s getting easier (and more tempting) for the captain to cook up a hot lunch.

Have you ever noticed a flat circular piece smaller than a quarter on your pontoon’s deck and wondered what it was for? As a new boat owner, you might have been stumped if you came across a LilliPad Ghost Mount. More manufacturers are including them as standard features these days, so your boat might already have one mounted. If not, it’s an easy aftermarket install.

Ghost Mounts are accessory mounting points for your boat that do not protrude above the floor, so there is no risk of stubbing your toe. One of the most popular uses for this mount is the LilliPad Grill Post, which can double as a flagpole. Finding a solid post was just the first step; the real challenge was finding the ultimate grill to pair with it. This is where Magma comes in.

When it comes to portable marine grills, it’s not surprising Magma is a name boaters have come to trust and depend on. For over 50 years, Magma has been synonymous with outdoor cooking adventure and the first choice for our pontoon.

When on board, every square inch of space counts, and Magma Anacapa’s compact design piqued our interest. The stainless steel marine grill includes fold-away legs, but I knew the mounting bracket that comes with the LilliPad Grill Post would pair perfectly with it.

The Anacapa is built for years of dependable use as your go-to boat grill. It includes a sealed thermometer and a reliable electronic ignition system powered by an included AAA battery. Its locking control valve/regulator makes propane grill fuel exchanges with one-pound disposable canisters simple and safe, and keeps the canisters securely attached to the grill.

I installed the circular LilliPad bracket to the bottom of the grill using the provided hardware, then placed the Magma grill in a Husky tote for easy transport. On the water, I rotated the pole into the Ghost Mount until it was tight, then placed the grill on top and secured the bracket with the locking pin so it can’t be accidentally knocked off. Once the gas was connected, it quickly fired up with a push of a button, and in no time the aroma of our lunch quickly spread to others in the nearby cove who I’m guessing were wishing they had a Magma grill on their boat. A Ghost Mount retails for $49, with the Grill Post Kit starting at $127.99 at www.lillipadmarine.com. As for the Anacapa grill from Magma, it retails for $499. We absolutely love this pairing and are thrilled our on board menu has drastically improved.