Dinner at the Culinary Arts Center Info/Microgreens grown onboard Koningsdam

[InTheWASide]

From:

http://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/13560-fresh-microgreens-to-be-grown-aboard-koningsdam.html

 

Holland America Line is partnering with microgreen specialist Koppert Cress to grow fresh ingredients onboard the line’s ms Koningsdam, said Holland America Line in a prepared statement.

 

The Koppert Cress partnership will "enable guests to indulge in fresh microgreens grown onboard in the Culinary Arts Center while enjoying a farm-to-table-style menu for dinner."

 

The ingredients will be on display in a glass-enclosed growing area in the reimagined Culinary Arts Center, which also will serve as a dinner venue on Koningsdam.

 

Dinner in the Culinary Arts Center restaurant will provide an immersive farm-to-table experience where chefs prepare dishes in the show kitchen. Each course will be enjoyed as it’s prepared, with some ingredients harvested by the ship’s chefs from the Koppert Cress growing area just before being served.

 

“We’re excited to partner with an innovative company like Koppert Cress to expand our culinary program with a special farm-to-table dining concept,” said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line’s president. “This partnership brings a unique, hands-on and fresh experience to our newest dining venue aboard Koningsdam.”

 

Once sown, the seedlings will grow for up to two weeks and then get snipped in their prime for use during dinner in the Culinary Arts Center.

 

The microgreens have flavors like garlic, mustard and licorice.

 

“Rather than being used as a garnish, the Koppert Cress microgreens will be used as integral ingredients in the recipes,” said Michael Smith, senior vice president, guest experience and product development. “Our guests will be able to watch them grow during the cruise and then savor them freshly harvested and at their highest flavor potential during their Dinner at the Culinary Arts Center experience.”

Edited January 13, 2016 by InTheWASide

[cruz chic]

I'm worried about the price that is going to command. Sounds like a good idea otherwise.

[dakrewser]

Well I'm sure the millennials will be all over that...;)

[InTheWASide]

The original concept for this spot was a little different and sounded absolutely brilliant but there was absolutely no way that USPH would have allowed for it. I think this approach is a great "Plan B"

[InTheWASide]

Well I'm sure the millennials will be all over that...;)

 

You have to be of a specific age group to have microgreens or fresh herbs on your food?

[sail7seas]

What next?

 

What age would that be?

Surely you don't mean specific age groups are not informed about microgreens or fresh herbs?

I've had an herb garden in my yard for years. :)

Edited January 13, 2016 by sail7seas

[Krazy Kruizers]

Interesting.

But not for us.

[ZSandy25]

Will be checking it all out in Sept. I like the idea..

[taxmantoo]

I'll wait until they start growing medicinal herbs ;) we can enjoy on our balcony :D

 

p.s. just kidding ...

[sppunk]

This is pretty exciting. Stoked to try it out!

[TylerRose]

I love cooking with fresh ingredients from the farmers market at HOME... and while I was not expecting them at sea... for a longer cruise- I am sure there are some who will appreciate the opportunity to cook with them...

(me, I won't be doing ANY cooking on my vacation)

[SilvertoGold]

In the Culinary Arts a glass enclosed growing area?

 

Is this by the windows or under lamps, do you think?

 

Very interesting concept? How much is the charge for dinner there?

Edited January 13, 2016 by SilvertoGold

[SilvertoGold]

I'll wait until they start growing medicinal herbs ;) we can enjoy on our balcony :D

 

p.s. just kidding ...

 

Gee, doesn't that sound like someone from BC and you are from Ontario!!??

[InTheWASide]

In the Culinary Arts a glass enclosed growing area?

 

Is this by the windows or under lamps, so you thinks?

 

Very interesting concept? How much is the charge for dinner there?

 

No pricing or specific menu info yet.

 

If you watch the video that gives the tour you'll see it right by the entrance to the CAC.

[dakrewser]

You have to be of a specific age group to have microgreens or fresh herbs on your food?

 

No, but to choose a ship based on that? You betcha.

[dakrewser]

What next?

 

What age would that be?

Surely you don't mean specific age groups are not informed about microgreens or fresh herbs?

I've had an herb garden in my yard for years. :)

 

But do you choose a ship based on its having a "microgreens" growing environment?

[InTheWASide]

No, but to choose a ship based on that? You betcha.

 

Who said that was 100% of the reason why you should book that ship? To each their own but if someone reads a news release and goes

 

:eek: MICROGREENS IF I BOOK KONINGSDAM?!? OMG!! I HAVE TO BOOK THAT SHIP RIGHT NOW!!! :eek:

 

They MIGHT be a little weird... :D

 

It's simply another piece of the puzzle. It's not the "DinnerAtTheCulinaryArtsCenter-dam" :rolleyes:

[SilvertoGold]

[quote=InTheWASide;48755027

 

It's simply another piece of the puzzle. It's not the "DinnerAtTheCulinaryArtsCenter-dam" :rolleyes:

 

But sort of a catchy name for a ship, don't you think?!

[InTheWASide]

But sort of a catchy name for a ship, don't you think?!

 

acronym would make it DATCACdam... sounding more Dutch every minute lol

[sail7seas]

But do you choose a ship based on its having a "microgreens" growing environment?

 

LOL........ good one, Dave. :)

 

Noooo, I don't thiiiiink so. :)

 

[CowPrincess]

I'll wait until they start growing medicinal herbs ;) we can enjoy on our balcony :D

 

p.s. just kidding ...

 

 

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Oh good one :D :D :D

 

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These would be at an upcharge restaurant or special event, wouldn't it? So no one would be forced into paying to eat those fresh microgreens or herbs if the idea doesn't enthuse them? And those who are interested could pay to partake. I like the sound of it. Something I'd want to try if I had the chance.

[InTheWASide]

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Oh good one :D :D :D

 

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These would be at an upcharge restaurant or special event, wouldn't it? So no one would be forced into paying to eat those fresh microgreens or herbs if the idea doesn't enthuse them? And those who are interested could pay to partake. I like the sound of it. Something I'd want to try if I had the chance.

 

 

It's a new dinner venue. Yes there's a charge for it.

[InTheWASide]

No pricing or specific menu info yet.

 

If you watch the video that gives the tour you'll see it right by the entrance to the CAC.

 

Found a picture that locks right in on that spot

[Tom-n-Cheryl]

The original concept for this spot was a little different and sounded absolutely brilliant but there was absolutely no way that USPH would have allowed for it. I think this approach is a great "Plan B"

 

I'm curious, what was the "Plan A" ?

 

Thanks,

 

Tom

[Harry1954]

it sounds like an interesting, new venue for eating. makes me think of the agriturismo eating in Italy.

 

harry