The meal takes place just once per cruise. It s an intimate nine-course dinner for 12 paired with wi

The meal takes place just once per cruise. It s an intimate auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe nine-course dinner for 12 paired auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe with wine by the line s Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson. This special event includes a personal auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe waiter, auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe the head wine stewart describing the wines, and the executive chef explaining the dishes of every course.
It takes place in a private section of a restaurant for a more exclusive atmosphere, and lasts about three and a half hours depending on after dinner drinks (our group hung out for a while after the meal).
First we were served a glass of Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine in an adjacent lounge before taking a group photo with the chef, food beverage director, and restaurant manager, and then a couple s photos with just the chef.
The table was beautifully set, right down to the Versace chargers and place cards. Normally, auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe cruisers on NCL enjoy Freestyle dining, so they eat with family or friends. The guests at the tasting had the opportunity to dine with others who appreciate fine food. It s a great opportunity auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe to meet new people.
The chef s amuse-bouche embraced molecular gastronomy. The vodka and jalapeño ravioli topped with a mango sphere auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe lead the way. The sphere instantly collapsed, and gently flavored the bite-sized hors d oeuvre.
Asparagus cream was delivered next. This soup included cauliflower auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe flan in the center, topped with crispy beetroot and saffron angel hair. The servers presented the flan in soup dishes, then poured the broth around it, which is common in finer restaurants. I loved the flan, and the broth was excellent, though I prefer mine with a dash of nutmeg.
A short crust tartlet was served as the fourth course, featuring goat cheese and sun-dried tomato, with basil oil and Kalamata olive tapenade. This was my favorite course. The classic goat cheese and sun-dried tomato duo was sublime in this tartlet, and the basil oil sent it to another level.
A plantain crusted, pan seared sea bass topped with mango, auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe papaya and avocado salsa with a lobster velouté was served after the granita. The sea bass was cooked to perfection. I love plantains, but the they were a bit chewy, and therefore a little difficult auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe to cut with the fish knife.
The milk-fed veal chop was at least two inches thick, and was served with truffle veal jus, Anna potatoes and sautéed spinach. The chop was very juicy. I haven t eaten veal in about 15 years, but I truly enjoyed eating this with the flavorful truffle veal jus. It was so large, I could only eat half, though most others seemed to have finished theirs.
St. Andre Triple Creme and Stilton were served with honey comb, port wine infused fig slices, bagel chips and pickled watermelon. Delish! The sweet items paired perfectly with the cheeses, and the diced pickled watermelon with a hint of allspice helped cut the richness of the cheese.
Two desserts were offered. A dome made with yogurt mousse and lychee raspberry crème over a hazelnut sablée with lime vanilla reduction was given to the ladies. A chocolate log, which was a spiced dark rum infused banana in cocoa mouse topped with chocolate ganache was given to the men. Loved my dessert!
After dinner, we walked back to the lounge for a digestif. Lavazza coffee, water, Glenlivet, Bailey s Irish Coffee, Courvoisier V.S., Grand Marnier, Kahlua, and Sandeman Founders Reserve were offered. auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe My husband ordered the Courvoisier, but I m a lightweight and opted for the Irish Cream, which was a delightful conclusion to an amazing meal.
We received the two photos, and a sign and stamped copy of the menu from the chef. It was then revealed that a galley tour the following morning was also included, led by the chef himself. It covered several decks, including food storage areas, and took about an hour.
This meal is a deal! You only pay $75 for an experience that is better than most excursions at this price. It s more than just great food, it s the drinks, VIP service, photos, a galley tour, and conversation.
The only downside is this menu is the same on every ship, and hasn t changed since its introduction in March. If you sail more than once with NCL and want to sign up for another dinner, you ll have déjà vu, though I would gladly eat it again. Hopefully they change the menu by September so it only has a 6-month run just for a little variety, auto bicycle carrier racks rental in europe but I don t foresee a change until perhaps the anniversary of the meal.