Rare MVPinBoynton Posted November 2, 2021 #51 Share Posted November 2, 2021 (edited) Mauibabes, Thank you so much for the menus. Now I can decide what I want there for dinner Sunday night. 😁 See you at the M&G. Edited November 2, 2021 by MVPinBoynton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppy99 Posted November 3, 2021 #52 Share Posted November 3, 2021 (edited) My first Oceania cruise is over the Christmas and New Years holidays 2022 on the Riveria. We're in a Concierge balcony. Can anyone tell me how the different dining venues treat Christmas Eve, Christmas, NYE and New Years? Anything different from the normal? Edited November 3, 2021 by Guppy99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mauibabes Posted November 3, 2021 #53 Share Posted November 3, 2021 Only breakfast but have talked to friends who have dined in and it was great. In a PH, you should be able to get your reservations and additional dates but it might start to get more difficult as we sail with increased capacities. On the October 18 segment, we were in Premium restaurants 9 of 10 nights and on the second sailing we have eaten in the GDR twice. Last night we went with friends to La Prive and it was outstanding. You have three menu options, the usual Polo and Toscana mix, and two new menus designed specifically for Prive with other Items like RG Sea Bass and other options. It made for a grand evening. We were able to have dinner for 8, not open for 10 persons yet but I am sure it will be by the time we hit Miami. Friends have eaten two dinners in La Reserve and they have been OUTSTANDING. While there can be hiccups along the way, the extra effort to make the guest happy is amazing. You will have a fabulous time. Mauibabes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted November 3, 2021 #54 Share Posted November 3, 2021 7 hours ago, mauibabes said: You have three menu options, the usual Polo and Toscana mix, and two new menus designed specifically for Prive with other Items like RG Sea Bass and other options. That's an interesting wrinkle, and something that I'm sure will be well received. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisingxpert Posted November 3, 2021 #55 Share Posted November 3, 2021 7 hours ago, mauibabes said: Last night we went with friends to La Prive and it was outstanding. You have three menu options, the usual Polo and Toscana mix, and two new menus designed specifically for Prive with other Items like RG Sea Bass and other options. That's wonderful news. I have Privee booked on our Dec 3rd cruise and look forward to an expanded menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisingxpert Posted November 3, 2021 #56 Share Posted November 3, 2021 14 hours ago, mauibabes said: Last night we went with friends to La Prive and it was outstanding. You have three menu options, the usual Polo and Toscana mix, and two new menus designed specifically for Prive with other Items like RG Sea Bass and other options. It made for a grand evening. Did the new menu look like this? Degustation Menu Amuses-Bouches Soufflé au Fromage Cheese Soufflé Risotto de Homard Lobster Risotto Bar en Croûte et Sauce Beurre Blanc Sea Bass Filet Baked in Puff Pastry Crust with Beurre Blanc or Filet de Bœuf Rôti, Sauce Périgourdine Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras and Truffle Sauce Brie de Meaux aux Noix et Laitue Nut-Crusted Brie de Meaux with Boston Lettuce Hearts Mille-Feuilles aux Framboises Raspberry Mille-Feuille Prepared Tableside Petits Fours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GeezerCouple Posted November 3, 2021 #57 Share Posted November 3, 2021 4 minutes ago, cruisingxpert said: Did the new menu look like this? Degustation Menu Amuses-Bouches Soufflé au Fromage Cheese Soufflé Risotto de Homard Lobster Risotto Bar en Croûte et Sauce Beurre Blanc Sea Bass Filet Baked in Puff Pastry Crust with Beurre Blanc or Filet de Bœuf Rôti, Sauce Périgourdine Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras and Truffle Sauce Brie de Meaux aux Noix et Laitue Nut-Crusted Brie de Meaux with Boston Lettuce Hearts Mille-Feuilles aux Framboises Raspberry Mille-Feuille Prepared Tableside Petits Fours Oh my....! Sometimes we don't quite care for some of the courses in these specialized menus (at Oceania and also elsewhere). There are times that they seem determined to appear "ultra creative" and have odd combinations, or at least we think so. But this menu... sounds amazing. Alas, by the time we are likely to be on Oceania again, it will probably have changed. That sounds like it could be my favorite "special menu" meal ever, but we'll probably never have a chance to find out. We'll be dreaming about food tonight. 🙂 GC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 3, 2021 #58 Share Posted November 3, 2021 14 minutes ago, cruisingxpert said: Did the new menu look like this? Degustation Menu Amuses-Bouches Soufflé au Fromage Cheese Soufflé Risotto de Homard Lobster Risotto Bar en Croûte et Sauce Beurre Blanc Sea Bass Filet Baked in Puff Pastry Crust with Beurre Blanc or Filet de Bœuf Rôti, Sauce Périgourdine Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras and Truffle Sauce Brie de Meaux aux Noix et Laitue Nut-Crusted Brie de Meaux with Boston Lettuce Hearts Mille-Feuilles aux Framboises Raspberry Mille-Feuille Prepared Tableside Petits Fours Sounds more like Jacques type food than RG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbow3fe Posted November 13, 2021 #59 Share Posted November 13, 2021 On 10/11/2021 at 2:36 PM, itzfitz said: Hope this hasn't been asked, but on Nov. 4, I can make reservations in the specialty restaurants on Riviera. This is my first Oceania cruise. For those of you experienced Oceania cruisers, how should I prioritize my reservations? Please rate them in order of preference. Is there one I absolutely can't miss? We like virtually all types of cuisines so that's not an issue. All recommendation will be much appreciated. Thank you all in advance! Patty We love Red Ginger best and then Toscana. It's best to try all 4 and make your own decision. Ask around to find out which night is Lobster Night in the GDR so you don't miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbow3fe Posted November 13, 2021 #60 Share Posted November 13, 2021 On 10/13/2021 at 9:36 PM, AMHuntFerry said: Two and a half hours until my first O specialties reservation...sooooo excited!! I know, silly 🙂 I have a very unimportant question if anyone happens to stop in...my husband is almost always a vegetarian (and no seafood/fish = severe pain), so we will be skipping Polo. Should I reserve Polo and "trade" it later for a more veg-friendly specialty, or should I just not make a Polo reservation (that someone else may want)? I'm leaning toward the latter. Doesn't work that way. Never heard of trading. Just speak to Maitre D st restaurant of your choice one morning about availability that night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 13, 2021 #61 Share Posted November 13, 2021 55 minutes ago, Rainbow3fe said: We love Red Ginger best and then Toscana. It's best to try all 4 and make your own decision. Ask around to find out which night is Lobster Night in the GDR so you don't miss it. There is a lobster night in the GDR??? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted November 13, 2021 #62 Share Posted November 13, 2021 39 minutes ago, LHT28 said: There is a lobster night in the GDR??? Boy, I wouldn't want to miss that, hard to find lobster on Oceania. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherd really Posted November 13, 2021 #63 Share Posted November 13, 2021 39 minutes ago, ORV said: Boy, I wouldn't want to miss that, hard to find lobster on Oceania. Virtually impossible to find except in all the food venues. 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 13, 2021 #64 Share Posted November 13, 2021 1 hour ago, ORV said: Boy, I wouldn't want to miss that, hard to find lobster on Oceania. Wonder if you want extras if you have to pay for them ?? 😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbow3fe Posted November 13, 2021 #65 Share Posted November 13, 2021 1 hour ago, shepherd really said: Virtually impossible to find except in all the food venues. 🙂 Ok. make fun of me you guys. I was trying to answer a first timer question.😜😎🌊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherd really Posted November 13, 2021 #66 Share Posted November 13, 2021 28 minutes ago, Rainbow3fe said: Ok. make fun of me you guys. I was trying to answer a first timer question.😜😎🌊 I apologize. If with we ever get to cruise together on Oceania I'll buy you a lobster and a soft drink to make up for my comment. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbow3fe Posted November 13, 2021 #67 Share Posted November 13, 2021 1 hour ago, shepherd really said: I apologize. If with we ever get to cruise together on Oceania I'll buy you a lobster and a soft drink to make up for my comment. Not insulted. Don't do soft drinks but a Vigin Pina Colada costs the same. 😜 Quality food , comfort and service are why we do O cruises. Lobsters and striped bass are among our favorites.🥂🎉💥😇🔥 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pinotlover Posted November 13, 2021 #68 Share Posted November 13, 2021 For those of you on a recent Oceania cruise, and with an altered Final Payment Date, did Oceania make you wait until you made FP, or could you book Specialties earlier based upon your regular cabin category entitlements? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbow3fe Posted November 13, 2021 #69 Share Posted November 13, 2021 Anyone on The Riviera recall whether there are USB charging ports on the desk? If so, how many? Thinking about bringing a charging station but it adds weight to the luggage. Thanks Felice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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