Chef's Table

[tjc78]

I know that my Fiance and I want to do the Chef's Table on our upcoming cruise. My question is are you able to reserve it right in the port (NYC) before you board?

 

I seem to remember from last year a table with specialty dining menus, etc.

 

If that isn't possible, on the Gem I assume you would head to the desk (near the giant screen in the Atrium) and book it there?

 

Thanks, I know she really wants to do it, and I would hate to miss out as I know seating is extremely limited and from all accounts here can't be booked online ahead of time. We are staying in NYC the night before so will be at the port fairly early and one of the first groups on the ship.

[Clay Clayton]

Hope we aren't on the same cruise...would hate to run you down trying to beat you to the reservation table:D

[tjc78]

Haha going by your Signature we are not.

[knitlady037]

You should be able to book it at the port at the reservation table. We booked it as soon as we boarded the Star at the reservation table. It was fabulous!:D

[NayRN]

I booked it in the Suite waiting area prior to boarding the Sky in April...and it was FANTASTIC!:D Funny thing though.....they say it's for up to 12 and only 10 signed up! I really thought it would be full!

 

Can't wait until September....I'm going in for round #2!!!:cool:

[tjc78]

Thanks everyone.

[tdubs520]

Can anybody elaborate more on the specifics of the meal. Courses? Or maybe a tasting menu. Or maybe no menu at all, chef's choice. If you have been what were you served and how would you rate the food & the service as opposed to say one of the specialty restaurants?

[Linda the Book Lover]

Can anybody elaborate more on the specifics of the meal. Courses? Or maybe a tasting menu. Or maybe no menu at all, chef's choice. If you have been what were you served and how would you rate the food & the service as opposed to say one of the specialty restaurants?

I am interested as well. I also wondered if it would be available on an Alaskan cruise. I have always wanted to try not sure if I can talk the DH into it but I am interested.

[ronn772]

Can anybody elaborate more on the specifics of the meal. Courses? Or maybe a tasting menu. Or maybe no menu at all, chef's choice. If you have been what were you served and how would you rate the food & the service as opposed to say one of the specialty restaurants?

 

Nine courses, paired with 4 different wines. Skip lunch!

 

Amuse Bouche was mango with vodka and jalapeno salsa, followed by Lavosh and Ahi Tuna Tartare. Then an Asparagus Cream soup (AMAZING! and I really don't care for asparagus!), and a Short Crust Tartlet with goat cheese and sun-dried tomato. A Granite to cleanse the palate, and then the first of two entrees. Pan Seared Sea Bass, followed by Milk-Fed Veal Chop. A Cheese course was next, followed by two desserts, Yogurt Mousse Dome and Chocolate Log.

 

Food and service were amazing... we tend to eat in the specialty restaurants a lot, and this was the best dining experience I've had on a cruise!

 

I am interested as well. I also wondered if it would be available on an Alaskan cruise. I have always wanted to try not sure if I can talk the DH into it but I am interested.

 

According to the press release in February when they officially launched Chef's Table, it's available on every ship, every sailing:

 

This exclusive dining experience is offered for a cover charge of $75 per person, including gratuities, a behind-the-scenes galley tour, one group photo and an individual photo with the Executive Chef. The Chef's Table is limited to 12 guests per exclusive dining experience and is offered once per cruise on board Norwegian ships fleet-wide, with the exception of Norwegian Jade which rolls out March 22, 2012.

 

Talk him into it! It's worth every penny!

[Clay Clayton]

Shhh....don't tell everyone how good it is or there won't be room at the table for me in September;)

[krnplcd]

I booked it in the Suite waiting area prior to boarding the Sky in April...and it was FANTASTIC!:D Funny thing though.....they say it's for up to 12 and only 10 signed up! I really thought it would be full!

 

Can't wait until September....I'm going in for round #2!!!:cool:

 

What port was this out of ? I'll be staying in a suite in august and would love to dine at the chef's table... hope this was out of NYC!

[NayRN]

What port was this out of ? I'll be staying in a suite in august and would love to dine at the chef's table... hope this was out of NYC!

I was on the Sky out of Miami...hopefully they will do the same thing for those in the suite waiting area!:cool:

[tdubs520]

Nine courses, paired with 4 different wines. Skip lunch!

 

Amuse Bouche was mango with vodka and jalapeno salsa, followed by Lavosh and Ahi Tuna Tartare. Then an Asparagus Cream soup (AMAZING! and I really don't care for asparagus!), and a Short Crust Tartlet with goat cheese and sun-dried tomato. A Granite to cleanse the palate, and then the first of two entrees. Pan Seared Sea Bass, followed by Milk-Fed Veal Chop. A Cheese course was next, followed by two desserts, Yogurt Mousse Dome and Chocolate Log.

 

Food and service were amazing... we tend to eat in the specialty restaurants a lot, and this was the best dining experience I've had on a cruise!

 

 

 

 

Sounds great Thanks for your response

[Coastalbreezes]

Shhh....don't tell everyone how good it is or there won't be room at the table for me in September;)

 

 

Clay you will absolutely LOVE it! It was truly a memorable evening.

 

Tracy

[Linda the Book Lover]

Nine courses, paired with 4 different wines. Skip lunch!

 

Amuse Bouche was mango with vodka and jalapeno salsa, followed by Lavosh and Ahi Tuna Tartare. Then an Asparagus Cream soup (AMAZING! and I really don't care for asparagus!), and a Short Crust Tartlet with goat cheese and sun-dried tomato. A Granite to cleanse the palate, and then the first of two entrees. Pan Seared Sea Bass, followed by Milk-Fed Veal Chop. A Cheese course was next, followed by two desserts, Yogurt Mousse Dome and Chocolate Log.

 

Food and service were amazing... we tend to eat in the specialty restaurants a lot, and this was the best dining experience I've had on a cruise!

 

 

 

According to the press release in February when they officially launched Chef's Table, it's available on every ship, every sailing:

 

This exclusive dining experience is offered for a cover charge of $75 per person, including gratuities, a behind-the-scenes galley tour, one group photo and an individual photo with the Executive Chef. The Chef's Table is limited to 12 guests per exclusive dining experience and is offered once per cruise on board Norwegian ships fleet-wide, with the exception of Norwegian Jade which rolls out March 22, 2012.

 

Talk him into it! It's worth every penny!

It sounds wonderful! Thanks for the info. :D

[Beyondships]

I recently did the Chef's Table on Norwegian Star and it was excellent. Not only was each course good but the comments made by the chef introducing each course were insightful and interesting. He also gave the participants a good tour of the galley the next day.

[Clay Clayton]

Does anyone know if when you make your reservations if you can make them for other passengers who aren't in your cabin?

 

 

Tracy. I see you are considering a Canada cruise...do the Gem with us on 9/18/12!

[knitlady037]

You can probably make res. for others, but they will be charged to your account. You cannot use someone else's account.

[puddles99]

I have read that you can reserve for others. We found it to be well worth the cost. There are some pics from the Sun in April in the links in my signature below.

[Clay Clayton]

Thanks for the quick responses.