cruzsnooze Posted June 23, 2017 #26 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Yeah, nothing makes my day like a finger bowl. But it has to have the right amount of lemon or the whole thing is ruined. It's really difficult to get that exact right amount so they had to discontinue the practice before it ever begun. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted June 23, 2017 #27 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I have never seen a finger bowl on any cruise that I have been on since I took my first cruise in the mid 1970's. BUT I think they would be a great idea to have in the public wash rooms for those who don't want to wash their hands. At least their dirty little fingers would be some what clean. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RocketMan275 Posted June 23, 2017 #28 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Yeah, nothing makes my day like a finger bowl. But it has to have the right amount of lemon or the whole thing is ruined. A small amount of garlic does wonders for ensuring your fellow passengers aren't vampires or werewolves. Just dip and flick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beg3yrs Posted June 23, 2017 #29 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I wish they would return to using sterling silver table crumbers instead of the stainless steel ones. Sterling is so much more elegant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p010ne Posted June 23, 2017 Author #30 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I have never seen a finger bowl on any cruise that I have been on since I took my first cruise in the mid 1970's. BUT I think they would be a great idea to have in the public wash rooms for those who don't want to wash their hands. At least their dirty little fingers would be some what clean. :) :eek:Bidet?:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted June 23, 2017 #31 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Oh my. Why add still yet one more step to the already overworked waiters? Before you know it there will be threads here from people complaining that there was not enough lemon or the water wasn't hot enough...or too hot, or their table was skipped entirely. Then Princess will be blamed for only serving in the section set aside for the suite and up-charged mini-suites folk. I can see where something serviceable could be useful when serving seafood still in shells, i.e., the Crab Shack. It's hard to visualize someone requiring a finger bowl when they have a plastic bib around their neck. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatloafsfan Posted June 23, 2017 #32 Share Posted June 23, 2017 The only restaurant I remember giving us finger bowls is Swiss Chalet (chicken restaurant in Canada). I can't imagine getting one on a cruise. It begs the question - Why are you eating with your fingers? Are you unable to use a fork? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p010ne Posted June 23, 2017 Author #33 Share Posted June 23, 2017 The only restaurant I remember giving us finger bowls is Swiss Chalet (chicken restaurant in Canada). I can't imagine getting one on a cruise. It begs the question - Why are you eating with your fingers? Are you unable to use a fork? :confused:http://bfy.tw/CXXt :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A&Jfamily Posted June 23, 2017 #34 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Hey...at least people on here know what to do with a finger bowl. On my other frequented line I fear Shrek would appear and begin to enjoy his "soup!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukesubsailor Posted June 23, 2017 #35 Share Posted June 23, 2017 In 280 days aboard Princess ships we have been given finger bowls on only two occasions. Both were when we ate at the Crab Shack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrivesLikeMario Posted June 23, 2017 #36 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I thought your finger was taking a bow. You asked when you should expect to be provided with a finger bow, so I'd guess after a good performance? :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted June 23, 2017 #37 Share Posted June 23, 2017 We are always pleased when the wait staff provide us the extra courtesy of a finger bowl (a bit of lemon in the water?)! Do you also appreciate when provided that little extra touch in the dining room? I suppose one could use a small bowl in the buffet and fill it with some luke/tepid water too?:eek: Really only saw that on Cunard. It didn't happen on Princess with us. We did receive a warm lemon infused hand wash cloth, but that's not the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted June 24, 2017 #38 Share Posted June 24, 2017 I use my wife's water glass when she's not looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgwabd Posted June 24, 2017 #39 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Finger bowl, I thought it was lemon soup....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted June 26, 2017 #40 Share Posted June 26, 2017 I use my wife's water glass when she's not looking. Hope she's not reading this, either! LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted June 26, 2017 #41 Share Posted June 26, 2017 I thought perhaps it was the next iteration of the Medallion. Just fits on your finger. :o Have to admit I thought the same ... some finger thing for the Medallion. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted June 26, 2017 #42 Share Posted June 26, 2017 Hope she's not reading this, either! LOL! Shhh...;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukesubsailor Posted June 26, 2017 #43 Share Posted June 26, 2017 Could the failure to provide finger bowls be an indication of the chef's opinion that the food is finger-lickin' good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted June 26, 2017 #44 Share Posted June 26, 2017 I am enjoying this thread! It is nice to have a laugh once in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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