Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 19, 2015 Author #326 Share Posted June 19, 2015 It was time for the main course and the majority of the dinners choose steak . It was flambeed table side by Chef Paul as this video clip shows : Expertly prepared as you like it And , of course we choose different desserts ! Her's - Tuscan panna cotta And His - Floating island And , but of course , we shared ! The Ice wine from Niagara Falls making an interesting pairing . And finally , our dining companions . The meal had ended - but the friendships had just begun . P.S. About a week later , we received a present from Chef Paul . An over sized , beautiful book ( junkie old tape measure not included ) ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted June 19, 2015 #327 Share Posted June 19, 2015 Fantastic food, and just for those who do not know, the book weighs about 5 kgs, (10 lbs).:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted June 19, 2015 #328 Share Posted June 19, 2015 (edited) How do you schedule the chef's table? Does it have to be a group or can 2 people do it? Edited June 19, 2015 by midwestchick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kdamghani Posted June 19, 2015 #329 Share Posted June 19, 2015 If I may, can I ask how much the Chefs table costs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewWestwardbound Posted June 19, 2015 #330 Share Posted June 19, 2015 If I may, can I ask how much the Chefs table costs? And how you book it (please)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 19, 2015 Author #331 Share Posted June 19, 2015 If I may, can I ask how much the Chefs table costs? Yes , it was $ 130 p.p. . A similar dinner Five Senses costs $ 89 at Murando including the wine pairing . Our first dinner at Murando was about $ 35 as part of a 3 dinner dining package . We bought a bottle of wine and made it last for 2 dinners . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 19, 2015 Author #332 Share Posted June 19, 2015 And how you book it (please)? We had dinner at Murand on the second night ( it was empty ) and they asked us if we would like to book the Chef's Table . How do you schedule the chef's table? Does it have to be a group or can 2 people do it? I suspect that you could just walk into the restaurant ( or phone ) and asked to be placed on the list . No ,It was all individual couples who booked it . :) :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 19, 2015 Author #333 Share Posted June 19, 2015 If anybody would like to compare another cruise line's Chef's Table , here's a link to our review of the Caribbean Princess version of the Chef's Table : http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2094420&page=13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted June 19, 2015 #334 Share Posted June 19, 2015 The difference between the 'Five senses' and the 'Chef's Table' apart from cost are the extras that the Chef's table provide; The pre-dinner drink of champagne and a introduction to everyone (staff included) the galley tour during full dinner operations, the cook book, flowers, the better wines (with the pairings) and as much as you like and generally an officer or two as well as the other participants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonJasmine Posted June 20, 2015 #335 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I've been enjoying this thread so very much, including all the photos of food. But I'm starting to wonder - is there going to be anything at all for a vegetarian to eat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted June 20, 2015 #336 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I've been enjoying this thread so very much, including all the photos of food. But I'm starting to wonder - is there going to be anything at all for a vegetarian to eat? Yes, there is lots of fruit on the rims of the cocktails.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted June 20, 2015 #337 Share Posted June 20, 2015 The Fabrege eggs are beautiful! Looks like the Chef's table was a wonderful experience. I'm enjoying the journey! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracie115 Posted June 20, 2015 #338 Share Posted June 20, 2015 If anybody would like to compare another cruise line's Chef's Table , here's a link to our review of the Caribbean Princess version of the Chef's Table : http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2094420&page=13 well.....after seeing those pictures ...I think we will be booking the Chef's Table on our Princess cruise this fall too.........:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonJasmine Posted June 20, 2015 #339 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I know you meant it as a joke and it was a good one. But I was serious and fruit on the rim of a cocktail glass just wouldn't cut it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 20, 2015 #340 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I've been enjoying this thread so very much, including all the photos of food. But I'm starting to wonder - is there going to be anything at all for a vegetarian to eat? If you're asking about the Chef's Table or the Specialty Restaurants the answer (from our experience ) is no. I'm a vegetarian and my husband is a vegan. There is a wonderful vegetarian menu in the MDR and in Blu. You have to ask for it but it's there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 20, 2015 #341 Share Posted June 20, 2015 If anybody would like to compare another cruise line's Chef's Table , here's a link to our review of the Caribbean Princess version of the Chef's Table : http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2094420&page=13 I just looked at your pictures. When was your cruise on the Caribbean Princess? Chef Joel was our Chef on the old Royal Princess and made us some unbelievably delicious and beautifully presented vegetarian meals. Several were works of art! We'd LOVE to find him again!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonJasmine Posted June 20, 2015 #342 Share Posted June 20, 2015 Thanks Karen! That makes me feel more hopeful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 20, 2015 Author #343 Share Posted June 20, 2015 The Fabrege eggs are beautiful! Looks like the Chef's table was a wonderful experience. I'm enjoying the journey! :D The eggs which were on board were from Theodore Fabrege , grandson of the jeweler to the Czars , Peter Carl Fabrege . The eggs are are limited editions , unlike the one of a kind , multi jeweled encrusted , originals , which we would see later in Russia . We enjoyed the Chef's Table as destination , between ports , with so many days at sea . And we're glad that you can hitch a ride with us vicariously ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 20, 2015 Author #344 Share Posted June 20, 2015 well.....after seeing those pictures ...I think we will be booking the Chef's Table on our Princess cruise this fall too.........:) We enjoyed both of them , with each having their own strengths . And both cruise lines do exceptional jobs with their respective "table" . :) :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted June 20, 2015 Author #345 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I just looked at your pictures.When was your cruise on the Caribbean Princess? Chef Joel was our Chef on the old Royal Princess and made us some unbelievably delicious and beautifully presented vegetarian meals. Several were works of art! We'd LOVE to find him again!!!! October 1 last year . Hopefully , he'll be on our next cruise , a TA on the CB in September . As I pulled up a menu from the MDR , I noticed that there were a number of vegetarian selections indicated with a leaf icon as well as the extensive buffet every meal . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulajj Posted June 20, 2015 #346 Share Posted June 20, 2015 They usually have 1 vegetarian option on the mdr menu. Vegan is even more limited. Better options at the buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 20, 2015 #347 Share Posted June 20, 2015 They usually have 1 vegetarian option on the mdr menu. Vegan is even more limited. Better options at the buffet. The buffet is good but is the same every day. There is a wonderful vegetarian menu with several choices that changes every day. For true vegan sometimes you have to order the day before with the Maitre D'. I'm not sure of the procedure in the MDR. We always sail in Aqua and so eat in Blu, partially because of the vegan thing. scubacruiser - sorry for the off-topic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted June 20, 2015 #348 Share Posted June 20, 2015 I know you meant it as a joke and it was a good one. But I was serious and fruit on the rim of a cocktail glass just wouldn't cut it for me. Sorry, the buffet often have many vegetarian options as well as the MDR, and you can even order something from the menu (minus the meat) and an extra load of vegies in it's stead.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonJasmine Posted June 21, 2015 #349 Share Posted June 21, 2015 I've read that both the MDR and Blu have a separate vegetarian menu. Can't wait to check them out! I do eat eggs and dairy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macbit Posted June 21, 2015 #350 Share Posted June 21, 2015 What a delicious, enjoyable evening shared with delightful people. Great memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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