BBB Creme Brulee

[Raxter54]

Saw this on the MDR menus, and was wondering what is in it? I'm assuming the BBB means something?

[Russ Lomas]

Saw this on the MDR menus, and was wondering what is in it? I'm assuming the BBB means something?

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

[Raxter54]

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

 

Not a fan of bananas, so guess I will pass on this. Thanks for the reply. :)

[Silverhues]

I didnt try asking myself, but I had read here on Cruise critic that you can request regular creme brulee ahead of time. I did not try thE BBB version, as I also have heard its not good at all.....

[Ashland]

The Grand Marnier Creme Brulee they used to have was a lot better tasting...just another bad dessert choice from RCI..let's change it and make it better :(

[CT Sean]

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

 

Have to second this. I love creme brulee and it's so easy to make - it astonishes me that Royal is able to mess it up so badly. It feels like its thicken with cornstarch or gelatin vs. being a proper egg custard. If I remember correctly (I only ever tried in once), they don't burn the sugar correctly either. It's a failure on all levels and they should be embarrassed to call it a "signature dessert"

 

For the record, I enjoy nearly all of the rest of Royal's food. I think I could eat the Strawberry Pavlova forever

Edited October 18, 2014 by CT Sean

[akcruz]

Agree, I keep trying it once on each cruise and then remember it is not that ggod and move on. Too bad.

[ivanrocko]

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

 

Agree, We didn't like this banana creme brulee, it was awful. :eek:

I hope that Royal Caribbean read this thread and brings back the original creme brulee.

[TheGaDawgFan]

When I tried it, it was also missing the crisp top. It as gross. However, the creme brulee at Portofino was excellent.

[Spurschick]

The only ship that has nailed it is the majesty. Every ship since it has been hit and miss as to the quality:(

Edited October 18, 2014 by Spurschick

[Debitoo]

Agree. Had it on Adventure once. YUCK! Never again.

[MichaelCMTX]

Have to second this. I love creme brulee and it's so easy to make - it astonishes me that Royal is able to mess it up so badly.

For the record, I enjoy nearly all of the rest of Royal's food. I think I could eat the Strawberry Pavlova forever

 

Devil's advocate on this would say "It was just plain old Creme Brûlée, no imagination." but I get what you're saying, at least prepare it correctly.

 

And for the record, when someone says "I enjoy the rest of the food but this one needs work" I'll give that opinion a lot more credence than "all the food in the MDR was inedible."

 

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

 

I'm a raging full-on chocoholic but odd thing here is with the "overpowering" bananas I'd be willing to give this a try. It may not be the thing for a creme brûlée fan, but maybe the thing for me!

[exarkkun]

I had it the first night on Vision in September and I found it quite good. It actually did taste more of Grand Mariner than banana, and had more crust than custard! I did not care for the "biscotti" it was served with though

 

 

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[ahecht]

It can be hit or miss. It was very good on Jewel, but nothing special on Navigator.

[Gymrat64]

I have to agree with Spurschick, they had the traditional creme brulee on the Majesty in May and my DH ordered it everynight. It was excellent. We'll be on the Independence for Thanksgiving and hope they have it too.

[bighairtexan]

Bailey's and bananas.

I love creme brulee, but RCCL's version is the only one I really would say is BAD. The bananas in it are way too over-powering and the texture is not nice - think mashed bananas instead of a smooth pudding.

 

Ditto this.

And may I add that the "crust" should be a thin layer of caramelized/burnt sugar that cracks when struck w/ a spoon. The BB creme brûlée I had on the Explorer was topped w/ a DISGUSTING layer that reminded me of a flap of human skin. I literally grabbed an edge w/ my spoon and folded it in half. UGH UGH :eek:

 

That may have been a one off, but I'll never know as I'll NEVER order it again.

[mommabean]

We had it on Enchantment last weekend and it was crispy and caramelized on top just as it should be. I only ate a couple of bites but it was very good.

[mareed]

I'm generally not a fan of banana desserts but really liked this on the Navigator last June - especially along with the no sugar added vanilla ice cream. It had a thin, crispy top layer just as I'd expect.

[ivanrocko]

I have to agree with Spurschick, they had the traditional creme brulee on the Majesty in May and my DH ordered it everynight. It was excellent. We'll be on the Independence for Thanksgiving and hope they have it too.

 

Last March, We went on the Independence (IOS) and they did not have the original creme brulee, the MDR served the banana version and it was bad. :eek:

 

Don't worry, IOS is excellent!

Enjoy your cruise! :)

[Slonik]

As a huge Creme brûlée fan, I am offended that they would deviate from the original for a "signature" dish. Now, even if you do deviate, who's idea would be banana????

 

Maybe chocolate or some other neutral flavor but banana? It's so strong and a very polarizing flavor in my experience.

 

 

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