Cruisefriends Posted June 18, 2015 #1 Share Posted June 18, 2015 Can anyone tell me about this? We have never done this before and wondered if it's a good option to do. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Seas Texan Posted June 18, 2015 #2 Share Posted June 18, 2015 Hi. I have not done the Chef's Table on the CARNIVAL FREEDOM, but I intend to on my upcoming cruise sailing Aug 29. I HAVE done the Chef's Table on other Carnival ships and really enjoy them, and I encourage you to try it as well. I have done them on the MAGIC, DREAM, CONQUEST, ECSTACY,TRIUMPH....a wonderful dining experience and a great way to make new friends who share a love of food and wine. On the smaller ships, (not the Dream class) you are in a private dining room. On the Dream class ships you are in the galley. Beautiful set up. Unlimited wine throughout the evening. Tour of the galley, opportunity to question the chef, and usually a demonstration of how to make the melting cake. Sometimes they give you a cookbook, sometimes not. A group photograph is included. Go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imaboo Posted June 18, 2015 #3 Share Posted June 18, 2015 The Chef's table is a wonderful experience and I highly recommend it. I have not attended the table on the Freedom, but have done it on the Miracle and the Inspiration. It is a standard presentation across the fleet, so the only real difference between the ships is the location. Some ships hold it in the library (Fantasy class I believe), some in the night club (Spirit class?). The newer ships have dedicated spaces for it. Plan on 4 hours and wear loose clothing. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaLaYaYa Posted June 19, 2015 #4 Share Posted June 19, 2015 I can't wait to try the Chef's Table when I cruise on the Freedom in September. After many cruises, I just discovered the Chef's Table...and I've done it on the Elation twice. It's definitely a must!! I understand the menu is the same fleet-wide, but I'm not sure when or how often it is changed. If not, I'll still be happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisefriends Posted June 19, 2015 Author #5 Share Posted June 19, 2015 This sounds like a lot of fun. How early do you need to sign up for it? And how much is it per person? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Seas Texan Posted June 19, 2015 #6 Share Posted June 19, 2015 This sounds like a lot of fun. How early do you need to sign up for it? And how much is it per person? I believe iot ios seventy-fivce (75) dollars per person. I usually tip on top of that, which is an option. The dinner is usualluy limited to twelve (12) people, but sometimes they will do more than one if there is enough interest. You can book ahead of sailing by contacting the Steakhouse on board via email. You can get that link off of the Carnival website down at the bottom on John HJerald's blog post. I just received my confirmation email for my Aug 29 sailing on the FREEDOM. So excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaLaYaYa Posted June 19, 2015 #7 Share Posted June 19, 2015 Yes, it is $75 per person, and I tip as well. In April, they actually had 2 Chef Tables... both were on port days. I went to Guest Services once onboard to make sure they had my reservation, and that's when I was asked which day I preferred. I guess that had a lot of reservations!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisefriends Posted June 20, 2015 Author #8 Share Posted June 20, 2015 So you watch them prepare your meal? Or do we help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh-angler Posted June 20, 2015 #9 Share Posted June 20, 2015 Did the Chef's Table on the Liberty in January and on the Freedom in May. Great experience on both sailings. Will definitely do again on future cruises. It is $75.00 per person give cash tips to the staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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