Embarkation Brunch or Lido Lunch

[alohadad]

We noticed that theres now a Mariners Embarkation brunch. Is this for all Mariners. Also what time would you need to be on board to attend.

[woody14h]

We noticed that theres now a Mariners Embarkation brunch. Is this for all Mariners. Also what time would you need to be on board to attend.

 

It is for all Mariners. Between 12 -1 pm. We were on the Westerdam early Nov. and this was delightful. Indonesian cuisine with actual spices. Loved it, good relax after stressful embarkation. Just show up at the MDR.

[jtl513]

Between 12 -1 pm.

That's all? Bummer! We might not get there in time. :(

[Krazy Kruizers]

The times and menus of the Mariner's Embarkation lunch differ from ship to ship.

We were on the Zuiderdam recently - lunch was from 11:30 - 1:30. And nearly every item on the menu was chicken!!

[dchip]

It is for all Mariners. Between 12 -1 pm. We were on the Westerdam early Nov. and this was delightful. Indonesian cuisine with actual spices. Loved it, good relax after stressful embarkation. Just show up at the MDR.

 

I agree :D We also were on the Westerdam late Oct & early Nov. Totally enjoyed the embarkation brunch. We are a family of four that enjoys ethnic food and spice. It was fabulous for us.

 

Cheers, Denise

[alohadad]

The times and menus of the Mariner's Embarkation lunch differ from ship to ship.

We were on the Zuiderdam recently - lunch was from 11:30 - 1:30. And nearly every item on the menu was chicken!!

 

Chicken would be fine. Do they post the menu outside before the brunch. Traveling with my mom who can't do "spice". Has anyone heard of the Oosterdam's menu. Thanks & Happy Holidays to all.

[Krazy Kruizers]

On some ships the lunch menu is posted right outside the doors.

It wasn't on the Zuiderdam.

This was our menu (hopefully it has changed):

Oct 24th Zuiderdam EMBARKATION lunch:

 

Appetizers:

Mediterranean Salami

Bay Shrimp Cocktail

 

Soups:

Cream of Broccoli

Chicken & Corn

 

Entrees:

Fettucini Gorgonzola with Spicy Chicken Breast

Chicken & Mango Salad

Pan Seared Salmon Filet

Chicken Cacciatore

 

Desserts:

Chocolate Mousse Cake

Cherry Pie

Strawberry Mousse

Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream

[sail7seas]

:) I would have liked the salmon.

 

We still head to Lido. I like the energy and excitement as people board and have their 'first lunch'..... particularly people new to cruising.

[Krazy Kruizers]

That's what we had -- I think they over did the chicken a bit too much.

 

We didn't even bother going to the dining room the second cruise.

 

Just got a quick salad in the Lido before the mobs got on the ship.

[sail7seas]

I agree that three out of four choices being chicken is a little too much chicken.

Should have been a pork or beef choice IMO

 

 

[IRL_Joanie]

Chicken would be fine. Do they post the menu outside before the brunch. Traveling with my mom who can't do "spice". Has anyone heard of the Oosterdam's menu. Thanks & Happy Holidays to all.

 

Keeping in mind that it will take a slight bit longer to get your food, but you can always ask the steward to ask the chef(s) to either not use any spice or very little for your mother's meals.

 

Joanie

[Krazy Kruizers]

Chicken would be fine. Do they post the menu outside before the brunch. Traveling with my mom who can't do "spice". Has anyone heard of the Oosterdam's menu. Thanks & Happy Holidays to all.

 

I also have problems with spice and sauces and ask for them to be left off or not cooked with them.

[cruz chic]

On some ships the lunch menu is posted right outside the doors.

 

It wasn't on the Zuiderdam.

 

This was our menu (hopefully it has changed):

 

Oct 24th Zuiderdam EMBARKATION lunch:

 

Appetizers:

Mediterranean Salami

Bay Shrimp Cocktail

 

Soups:

Cream of Broccoli

Chicken & Corn

 

Entrees:

Fettucini Gorgonzola with Spicy Chicken Breast

Chicken & Mango Salad

Pan Seared Salmon Filet

Chicken Cacciatore

 

Desserts:

Chocolate Mousse Cake

Cherry Pie

Strawberry Mousse

Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream

That is the exact lunch they had on the Statendam in Oct.09. I had the salmon and it was very good. I do like spice so I would have liked the other lunch posters have listed.

[Vic The Parrot]

I'm surprised they didn't have chicken ice cream ... :eek: :D

[English_in_Spain]

Was there no vegetarian option?

[Krazy Kruizers]

I'm surprised they didn't have chicken ice cream ... :eek: :D

 

I am also surprised that there wasn't some kind of a chicken dessert!!

[Krazy Kruizers]

Was there no vegetarian option?

 

Nope!!

It was a very poor menu -- JMO.

[suse]

It was different on the Westerdam Nov 29th. Embarkation lunch in MDR was an Indonesian luncheon. No choices. Just that. It was wonderful. I loved it.:)

[sail7seas]

It was different on the Westerdam Nov 29th. Embarkation lunch in MDR was an Indonesian luncheon. No choices. Just that. It was wonderful. I loved it.:)

 

Was it like a Bami Goreng? A noodle dish? Rice? Could you descibe it, please.

[suse]

Was it like a Bami Goreng? A noodle dish? Rice? Could you descibe it, please.

Tlhere was a spicy noodle soup and then 5 items, one meat, one chicken, noodles, satay kind of thing, a mix of wonderful things. I don't know the name of it but it was totally awesome. It was a medley of Indonesian foods. Loved it.:)

[Krazy Kruizers]

Sounds like Bami Goreng.

Did they also have the Shrimp Rice cracker?

[Randyk47]

:)

 

We still head to Lido. I like the energy and excitement as people board and have their 'first lunch'..... particularly people new to cruising.

 

Our feelings exactly. Even though we moved from the Frozen North six years ago we've kept up our habit of having our first meal in the Lido. Being able to sit outside in the sun after months (we usually cruise in February/March) of being stuck in the house just always seemed so attractive. As a shrink I also like to experience and observe the energy and excitement that comes at the start of a cruise.

[suse]

Sounds like Bami Goreng.

 

Did they also have the Shrimp Rice cracker?

Shrimp like fritters, kind of crunchy. Like puffy crackers. sorry to be so vague. It's hard to remember exactly but it was really, really good.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Yup -- that's them!! We love them.

Fortunately we get the Indonesian lunch on most ships when we have the sit-down suite lunch.

[Copper10-8]

Shrimp like fritters, kind of crunchy. Like puffy crackers. sorry to be so vague. It's hard to remember exactly but it was really, really good.

 

That's called Krupuk; good stuff!