Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 #1 Share Posted September 30, 2019 In the spirit of CO and Rudi's pop up being fleet wide , why not have a Tamarind once or twice each cruise ? It would enhance the cruise experience and probably generate a positive cash flow for the cruise line . It's our second favorite place to eat behind the Pinnacle . Here's the menu before the meal . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestyling Posted September 30, 2019 #2 Share Posted September 30, 2019 The PG on the Volendam for the Asia Explorer cruise in 2018 offered a Taste of Tamarind menu. It consisted of approx. 4 apps and 4 mains. I believe it was one main per element. No sushi / sashimi. Even though is was limited it Was very good and a nice addition to PG menu. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 3rdGenCunarder Posted September 30, 2019 #3 Share Posted September 30, 2019 1 hour ago, freestyling said: The PG on the Volendam for the Asia Explorer cruise in 2018 offered a Taste of Tamarind menu. It consisted of approx. 4 apps and 4 mains. I believe it was one main per element. No sushi / sashimi. Even though is was limited it Was very good and a nice addition to PG menu. I think it would have to be a limited menu like what you describe. Tamarind has its own kitchen. I think PG shares space with the MDR kitchen and there may not be enough room to prepare the many different dishes on the main menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #4 Share Posted September 30, 2019 1 hour ago, freestyling said: The PG on the Volendam for the Asia Explorer cruise in 2018 offered a Taste of Tamarind menu. It consisted of approx. 4 apps and 4 mains. I believe it was one main per element. No sushi / sashimi. Even though is was limited it Was very good and a nice addition to PG menu. Thanks, that sounds great , was it well attended ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted September 30, 2019 1 minute ago, 3rdGenCunarder said: I think it would have to be a limited menu like what you describe. Tamarind has its own kitchen. I think PG shares space with the MDR kitchen and there may not be enough room to prepare the many different dishes on the main menu. Perhaps if they feature some dishes one time and others the next time to see what sells well . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 3rdGenCunarder Posted September 30, 2019 #6 Share Posted September 30, 2019 5 minutes ago, scubacruiserx2 said: Perhaps if they feature some dishes one time and others the next time to see what sells well . Yes, a good way to experiment and a good way to get people to book a second time to try a second set of choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #7 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Perhaps if they put out some free samples , do you remember those ? Thai chicken and rice soup Indonesian style Laksa with quail eggs Satay sampler Peking duck with Chinese crepes Lobster roll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatcat04 Posted September 30, 2019 #8 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I have often thought adding a few of the Tamarind favourites to the PG menu on non Tamarind ships would be a nice option. Just a few of the "best sellers." A Tamarind night is also a nice option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestyling Posted September 30, 2019 #9 Share Posted September 30, 2019 47 minutes ago, scubacruiserx2 said: Thanks, that sounds great , was it well attended ? It’s was offered as part of the PG menu throughout the 38 day cruise. An insert entitled Taste of Tamarind showed the offerings. The PG mgr said many ordered the apps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #10 Share Posted September 30, 2019 6 minutes ago, freestyling said: It’s was offered as part of the PG menu throughout the 38 day cruise. An insert entitled Taste of Tamarind showed the offerings. The PG mgr said many ordered the apps. Thanks , it sounds good . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AncientWanderer Posted September 30, 2019 #11 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I wish they would! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #12 Share Posted September 30, 2019 30 minutes ago, AncientWanderer said: I wish they would! Hopefully they will hear us . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 30, 2019 #13 Share Posted September 30, 2019 A Pop Up Tamarind on all ships for all itineraries would be a good idea!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idiebabe Posted September 30, 2019 #14 Share Posted September 30, 2019 We really enjoy Tamarind so definitely would like to see a Pop Up! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted September 30, 2019 Author #15 Share Posted September 30, 2019 More photos from our first diner there Wasabi and soy crusted beef tenderloin My Penang Red Curry Boy did I love that stuff , but it's big bowl ! Trio of sorbets And the Tamarind Chocolate The food and the service were great and the staff was very friendly . :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julia Posted September 30, 2019 #16 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Thank you SOOOO much for posting the menu & food pics! We'll be sailing on E-dam in November, and have two nights booked at Tamarind. My DH just said today "I hope they still have the wasabi soy tenderloin!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted October 1, 2019 #17 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Personally, I have have patronized Tamarind as well as Sel de Mer. Both were stand alone restaurants and Tamarind has never "blown me away". Very good? Yes. Rudi's concept for Sel de Mer, regardless of a stand alone or a pop-up restaurant, is more of a winner than a pop-up of a Tamarind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 1, 2019 Author #18 Share Posted October 1, 2019 11 hours ago, julia said: Thank you SOOOO much for posting the menu & food pics! We'll be sailing on E-dam in November, and have two nights booked at Tamarind. My DH just said today "I hope they still have the wasabi soy tenderloin!" 11 hours ago, julia said: Thank you SOOOO much for posting the menu & food pics! We'll be sailing on E-dam in November, and have two nights booked at Tamarind. My DH just said today "I hope they still have the wasabi soy tenderloin!" We do too it was delicious ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tv24 Posted October 1, 2019 #19 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Loved the Tamarind, way more than the Pinnacle and even Rudi's. We would go frequently if it were available, even as a pop up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 1, 2019 Author #20 Share Posted October 1, 2019 (edited) Our last supper on the Eurodam was in the Tamarind Edited October 1, 2019 by scubacruiserx2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 1, 2019 Author #21 Share Posted October 1, 2019 What are your favorite Tamarind dishes ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyss Posted October 1, 2019 #22 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Is Tamarind open for lunch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 1, 2019 Author #23 Share Posted October 1, 2019 19 minutes ago, sandyss said: Is Tamarind open for lunch? That's a good question , we don't know . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare scubacruiserx2 Posted October 1, 2019 Author #24 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Cruise Critic has a nice review and newer menu that can be found here : https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=2326 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted October 1, 2019 #25 Share Posted October 1, 2019 24 minutes ago, sandyss said: Is Tamarind open for lunch? Not anymore. It used to be, but hasn't been open for lunch in a few years now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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