There are always new experiences to discover in the cruise industry and for Foodies, now is a great time to get on board and discover. There are brand new ships bringing brand new restaurants, bold new concepts for sustainable dining, and even onboard your favorites there are new menus and options to explore. Here’s just a taste of what you could be doing on your next vacation:
Oceania Cruises Unveils New OceaniaNEXT Foodie Enhancements.
Oceania believes food never stands still and as a brand that touts The Finest Cuisine At Sea, they can’t afford to either. At the beginning of each year, the Master Chefs sit down and plot a course for upcoming menus reflecting the chefs’ favorite experiences—from dishes they serve at Sunday family dinners to enticing emerging cuisines around the world, that have inspired them.
Additionally, this year OceaniaNEXT will bring exciting enhancements to current dining experiences like adding fresh, made-to-order Poke Bowls to Waves Grill and over 21 new menu options at Toscana.
The Grand Dining Room’s ever-changing slate of menu choices has been updated with more than two dozen new appetizers and main courses. Its popular Sunday Brunch will also introduce an Asian Noodle Bar, a gourmet Taco Corner, an impressive Salad Bar, a Smoothie Bar and a made-to-order Pasta Station.
Oceania Vista: A New Ship with New Culinary Experiences
When you sail brand-new Vista, you’ll be among the first to taste what Ember has to offer. This signature addition to Oceania Cruises’ family of restaurants offers inventive twists on American cuisine favorites. Aquamar Kitchen will offer new healthy dining options for breakfast and lunch like organic salmon almond toast. The Culinary Center is also back with a new Dining Room for private meals with wine pairings. There is much more to discover so view the official reveal here:
A Sneak Peek at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen on Odyssey of the Seas
Imagine yourself onboard Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas, you’ve just had a great day at sea enjoying delicious drinks and all the entertainment and relaxation options you can handle and now you’re ready for the main course, dinner. Lucky for you, you’ve already made reservations at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen to enjoy old-world Italian classics with a Sunday supper atmosphere.
Royal Caribbean has been so kind as to offer a preview of the menu at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen. If you’re looking for suggestions on where to start, the most popular items are marked with a heart. And don’t forget to ask a sommelier on staff to suggest the perfect pairing from a wine list that ranges from Sangiovese to Super Tuscan.
Virgin Voyages’ Innovate Approach to Food & Drink
With the help of a team of Michelin-starred Chefs, Virgin Voyages looked at onboard dining and decided to make bold improvements. First on their list was getting rid of the buffet-style banquet hall experience, instead offering 20+ specialty eateries each with a bar. There’s always something new to try from Gunbae’s Korean BBQ to Razzle Dazzle’s light and healthy options featuring a Unicorn twist, you can even grab a midnight snack at the 24-hour diner in The Galley. If you’re looking for a truly unique experience, visit Razzle Dazzle’s Drag Brunch on Scarlet Lady complete with the option for bottomless cocktails named after the resident drag performers.
Flavor Your Next Silversea Cruise with S.A.L.T.
Debuting on Silversea’s Silver Moon and Silver Dawn the Sea and Land Taste Program, S.A.L.T., offers a rich gastronomic experience curated with Adam Sachs, former editor in chief of Saveur magazine. Its focus is on reflecting your destination through taste, by sourcing authentic ingredients prepared with respect to tradition, cooking demos with local guest chefs, market trips, and even special dinners between the S.A.L.T. Kitchen, Lab, and Bar.
Bring the Taste of Europe’s Christmas Markets Home
Around Christmastime, local holiday markets in the main squares and public houses in nearly every European town offer glühwein (hot mulled wine) as a delicious antidote to the season’s chill. To warm up on a stormy evening or put yourself in a celebratory mood, make your own at home. It is an easy, delightful way to share the holiday with friends click here to learn how.
