roadster08 Posted September 4, 2023 #51 Share Posted September 4, 2023 17 minutes ago, Tedferg said: We like Alfredo's Pizza too - bu never considered mozzarella to have flavor 🙂 Agree it's not a bold flavor, but a little saltiness from brine that we like. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ombud Posted September 4, 2023 #52 Share Posted September 4, 2023 (edited) Love Alfredos and will pay to eat there UNLESS the upgraded pizza offerings within the buffet are significantly different from Slice (inferior crust = inferior pizza). And yes, mozzarella has lots of flavor for all those of us whose taste buds haven't become accustomed to piquante food Edited September 4, 2023 by Ombud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted September 4, 2023 #53 Share Posted September 4, 2023 39 minutes ago, ExploringTheGlobe said: I'm a glass half full gal. I'm focusing on all the places that I used to pay extra for that are now included. I definitely plan to enjoy lots of Ocean Terrace offerings next month with no extra charge! And I'm excited for the new offerings at Vines! I am with you! I’ve upgraded to the premier package on several of my booked sailings. I probably won’t even go to the MDR as I actually like the more casual restaurant options. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted September 4, 2023 #54 Share Posted September 4, 2023 9 minutes ago, Cruise Raider said: I am with you! I’ve upgraded to the premier package on several of my booked sailings. I probably won’t even go to the MDR as I actually like the more casual restaurant options. we did the same on a little SUN P cruise in 2024 - 2 specialty dinners each - unlimited casual dining - better wines covered and PRIZES! we also hope not to see the mdr as this cruise will be all about the ship itself and venues 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploringTheGlobe Posted September 4, 2023 #55 Share Posted September 4, 2023 37 minutes ago, Cruise Raider said: I am with you! I’ve upgraded to the premier package on several of my booked sailings. I probably won’t even go to the MDR as I actually like the more casual restaurant options. I've been upgrading to Premier on the last several cruises. It was initially for the better wine options but the most recent changes have made it a complete no brainer. I feel like I'm getting even more unexpected benefits out of it! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosevew Posted September 4, 2023 #56 Share Posted September 4, 2023 1 hour ago, ExploringTheGlobe said: I'm a glass half full gal. I'm focusing on all the places that I used to pay extra for that are now included. I definitely plan to enjoy lots of Ocean Terrace offerings next month with no extra charge! And I'm excited for the new offerings at Vines! Not sure what there is to be excited about, no choice at all, just the 3 simple courses, it would appear from the menus posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted September 4, 2023 #57 Share Posted September 4, 2023 26 minutes ago, ExploringTheGlobe said: I've been upgrading to Premier on the last several cruises. It was initially for the better wine options but the most recent changes have made it a complete no brainer. I feel like I'm getting even more unexpected benefits out of it! Same with us! We really feel as though the addition of the unlimited casual dining options has been a real plus for us. And we usually pay for a specialty dinner here and there .. so, this really added value for us, too! We prefer our bigger meals at lunch and now it looks like they have added some lunch hours to the Crwon Grill and Sabatini’s. I view it all as a very positive change. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted September 4, 2023 #58 Share Posted September 4, 2023 OK I will give Mozzarella another try. I was thinking more about when there are globs of it in a salad versus on a pizza. Just seem like fat to my uneducated taste buds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted September 4, 2023 #59 Share Posted September 4, 2023 7 minutes ago, Cruise Raider said: Same with us! We really feel as though the addition of the unlimited casual dining options has been a real plus for us. And we usually pay for a specialty dinner here and there .. so, this really added value for us, too! We prefer our bigger meals at lunch and now it looks like they have added some lunch hours to the Crwon Grill and Sabatini’s. I view it all as a very positive change. is that for their own lunch menu - or for a 'popup' Alfredo's type thingy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploringTheGlobe Posted September 4, 2023 #60 Share Posted September 4, 2023 21 minutes ago, rosevew said: Not sure what there is to be excited about, no choice at all, just the 3 simple courses, it would appear from the menus posted What do you mean by no choice at all? I see plenty of choices! With Ocean Terrace, I see 8 Nigiri options and 7 Maki options. On a week long cruise, I could eat there every day and have something different each day! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploringTheGlobe Posted September 4, 2023 #61 Share Posted September 4, 2023 16 minutes ago, Cruise Raider said: Same with us! We really feel as though the addition of the unlimited casual dining options has been a real plus for us. And we usually pay for a specialty dinner here and there .. so, this really added value for us, too! We prefer our bigger meals at lunch and now it looks like they have added some lunch hours to the Crwon Grill and Sabatini’s. I view it all as a very positive change. I'd like to see Salty Dog open for lunch too. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum Posted September 4, 2023 #62 Share Posted September 4, 2023 2 hours ago, ExploringTheGlobe said: I'm a glass half full gal. I'm focusing on all the places that I used to pay extra for that are now included. I definitely plan to enjoy lots of Ocean Terrace offerings next month with no extra charge! And I'm excited for the new offerings at Vines! To whet your appetite for Vines. A photo of the first plate we had onboard the Sky last week. Crudités were excellent with a good variety of different vegetables other than the old standby. Charcuterie board contained meats, cheeses, olives, artichokes, pickled shallots. Only short coming was the lack of breads or crackers. The truffles were outstanding. my photography leaves a lot to be desired. 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosevew Posted September 4, 2023 #63 Share Posted September 4, 2023 10 minutes ago, ExploringTheGlobe said: What do you mean by no choice at all? I see plenty of choices! With Ocean Terrace, I see 8 Nigiri options and 7 Maki options. On a week long cruise, I could eat there every day and have something different each day! I was responding to the comment about looking forward to Vines where there is no choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploringTheGlobe Posted September 4, 2023 #64 Share Posted September 4, 2023 13 minutes ago, kiwimum said: To whet your appetite for Vines. A photo of the first plate we had onboard the Sky last week. Crudités were excellent with a good variety of different vegetables other than the old standby. Charcuterie board contained meats, cheeses, olives, artichokes, pickled shallots. Only short coming was the lack of breads or crackers. The truffles were outstanding. my photography leaves a lot to be desired. Looks delicious!! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploringTheGlobe Posted September 4, 2023 #65 Share Posted September 4, 2023 7 minutes ago, rosevew said: I was responding to the comment about looking forward to Vines where there is no choice Based on kiwimum's photo above, I think it is a huge improvement from before and I'm certain I'll enjoy it! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare dides Posted September 4, 2023 #66 Share Posted September 4, 2023 1 hour ago, voljeep said: is that for their own lunch menu - or for a 'popup' Alfredo's type thingy? Oh I mentioned this might be on the cards on another thread. @Cruise Raider are lunch bookings for speciality restaurant's actually happening then? I saw a TA mention it on their youtube channel but not seen anything official. She said it would be the full menu and will offer more booking slots as the evenings are so busy. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JGmf Posted September 4, 2023 #67 Share Posted September 4, 2023 1 hour ago, kiwimum said: To whet your appetite for Vines. A photo of the first plate we had onboard the Sky last week. Crudités were excellent with a good variety of different vegetables other than the old standby. Charcuterie board contained meats, cheeses, olives, artichokes, pickled shallots. Only short coming was the lack of breads or crackers. The truffles were outstanding. my photography leaves a lot to be desired. No bread or crackers???! That seems like a crazy oversight. What's that in the bowl? Do you eat it with a spoon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum Posted September 4, 2023 #68 Share Posted September 4, 2023 (edited) 14 minutes ago, JGmf said: No bread or crackers???! That seems like a crazy oversight. What's that in the bowl? Do you eat it with a spoon? I think that night was a very nice tzatziki type dipping sauce for the vegetables. There were a couple of bread straws like the ones years ago in the dining rooms. We did speak with the Food Service Manager. In fairness this was the first week of being available. Work in progress. We did order truffles only one night $3 for 6 pieces. Edited September 4, 2023 by kiwimum 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted September 4, 2023 #69 Share Posted September 4, 2023 3 hours ago, voljeep said: we did the same on a little SUN P cruise in 2024 - 2 specialty dinners each - unlimited casual dining - better wines covered and PRIZES! we also hope not to see the mdr as this cruise will be all about the ship itself and venues Wouldn't you want to experience that venue at least once (to cover the entire ship)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted September 4, 2023 #70 Share Posted September 4, 2023 1 minute ago, Steelers36 said: Wouldn't you want to experience that venue at least once (to cover the entire ship)? No need Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PacnGoNow Posted September 4, 2023 #71 Share Posted September 4, 2023 16 minutes ago, JGmf said: No bread or crackers???! That seems like a crazy oversight. What's that in the bowl? Do you eat it with a spoon? Looks like a dip. Looks really nice. I wouldn’t be able to eat dinner after that! 🥴 Nice Italian or French bread would be super with that. Or, crostini. 😋 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted September 4, 2023 #72 Share Posted September 4, 2023 1 hour ago, dides said: Oh I mentioned this might be on the cards on another thread. @Cruise Raider are lunch bookings for speciality restaurant's actually happening then? I saw a TA mention it on their youtube channel but not seen anything official. She said it would be the full menu and will offer more booking slots as the evenings are so busy. I heard it was full when I was just onboard a couple of weeks ago. That was on the Ruby but I know the Emerald had them as well a couple of months ago. Both cruises were booked solid so that may be the reason for opening them up for lunch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare B_A_H Posted September 4, 2023 #73 Share Posted September 4, 2023 You folks are funny. Alfredo's serving less food to fewer people is nothing but good for Princess. Those boycotting, you choosing not to eat something that costs Princess money and would have historically been free to you is an expense savings to Princess. Having the venue less crowded and more available to those willing to pay (or with a package) seems like a good thing for those people. Sounds like a win-win for Princess. 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memoak Posted September 4, 2023 #74 Share Posted September 4, 2023 2 hours ago, voljeep said: No need Can’t imagine a 20 day cruise without all the good duck dishes that I have only seen in the MDR. Also we sail in suites so have reserve class dining and great service where they actually remember what we like 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted September 4, 2023 #75 Share Posted September 4, 2023 Wow. That spread in Vines is for one person? There is no way I could eat the whole thing. My wife and I would be fine sharing that but I've read they aren't allowing sharing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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