Rare cruisestitch Posted October 9, 2023 #1 Share Posted October 9, 2023 This post was recognized by LauraS! "And another from cruisestitch! Thank you for generously sharing your time at sea with everyone at Cruise Critic! Upon return, please consider submitting it to the site for publication as well: Click: Write a Review" cruisestitch was awarded the badge '"Live from...."' and 5 points. Happy to answer any questions you might have. Also on the upcoming cruise which is a transatlantic so I will be back to back. Ask away. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renebfl Posted October 9, 2023 #2 Share Posted October 9, 2023 I’m doing TA too. How is the MDR or OV for the food ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare chemmo Posted October 9, 2023 #3 Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, cruisestitch said: Happy to answer any questions you might have. Also on the upcoming cruise which is a transatlantic so I will be back to back. Ask away. So lovely to see a live post from you. You remain one of our ‘go to’ sources for factual information…I particularly remember your list of how to spend OBC! Looking forward to following you experience on board. It is several years now since we were on board Refection…The only real question I have is about maintenance. A few recent reviews on different ships have reported rooms and areas as being more shabby than chic…How would you rate the decoration, fixtures and soft furnishings on Reflection? Is she still in good condition? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MooNGaTe27 Posted October 9, 2023 #4 Share Posted October 9, 2023 Could you also tell us how the service & food are. I am hearing it's no better than Carnival & the menu choices are getting fewer & fewer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saffy12 Posted October 9, 2023 #5 Share Posted October 9, 2023 What sort of room are you in? I'm specifically interested in regular MDR dining - not a big buffet person myself, so am not interested in OV, and will not be in Aquaclass or a suite, so I'm specifically interested in MDR options/quality. Hope you have a nice trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted October 9, 2023 #6 Share Posted October 9, 2023 You may wish to take a look at this link. @TommyD3 posted the complete 14 day rotation of new menus or the MDR. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguins Posted October 9, 2023 #7 Share Posted October 9, 2023 2 hours ago, cruisestitch said: Happy to answer any questions you might have. Also on the upcoming cruise which is a transatlantic so I will be back to back. Ask away. Have a great cruise look forward to meeting you on the TA. Was it you who offered to try to arrange a Meet and Greet for the first sea day of the TA whilst on this cruise? If it was hope you are successful. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saffy12 Posted October 9, 2023 #8 Share Posted October 9, 2023 43 minutes ago, Jim_Iain said: You may wish to take a look at this link. @TommyD3 posted the complete 14 day rotation of new menus or the MDR. Thanks, yes, I've been following that, but am curious how it actually is experienced from someone on the ship, more than just seeing the menus themselves. I'm hoping that they will be adding back some more "daily specials" or other items outside of the menus to help compensate, although I recognize that is likely wishful thinking at this point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PTC DAWG Posted October 9, 2023 #9 Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, MooNGaTe27 said: Could you also tell us how the service & food are. I am hearing it's no better than Carnival & the menu choices are getting fewer & fewer. Exaggerate much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterde Posted October 9, 2023 #10 Share Posted October 9, 2023 I will be aboard Reflection in December and will eagerly read your reviews as to her overall condition and menu situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 9, 2023 Author #11 Share Posted October 9, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, renebfl said: I’m doing TA too. How is the MDR or OV for the food ? Have only had one meal so far since I just boarded it today. Dinner tonight in MDR was fine. The number of menu choices does seem reduced, but what we chose we liked. Nearly everyone in my group had the prime rib and the portion size was generous, it was well cooked and well seasoned. I had the mushroom soup, and the beet and feta appetizers, then the ravioli. No change from earlier experiences. Service was friendly and efficient. Edited October 9, 2023 by cruisestitch 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 9, 2023 Author #12 Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, the penguins said: Have a great cruise look forward to meeting you on the TA. Was it you who offered to try to arrange a Meet and Greet for the first sea day of the TA whilst on this cruise? If it was hope you are successful. Geoff No, not me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #13 Share Posted October 10, 2023 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted October 10, 2023 #14 Share Posted October 10, 2023 hope the Executive Chef adds interest and flair to the menus! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreamer321 Posted October 10, 2023 #15 Share Posted October 10, 2023 16 hours ago, cruisestitch said: Happy to answer any questions you might have. Also on the upcoming cruise which is a transatlantic so I will be back to back. Ask away. If you get a chance please post copies of the Daily Planner. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #16 Share Posted October 10, 2023 First two days 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted October 10, 2023 #17 Share Posted October 10, 2023 Interesting mix of activity and sales focused events. Looks like enough to be as busy or lazy as one prefers! How is the music on board aside from any shows? We enjoy the groups and duos...usually located at different areas each day and evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #18 Share Posted October 10, 2023 Have only heard one group which was pleasant, nothing too memorable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #19 Share Posted October 10, 2023 First chic night. A bit of a disappointment. Three of us ordered the lamb and the waiter advised against it. Celebrity used to make wonderful lamb and I’m sad to be told to avoid it. All had the steak Diane instead. It was ok. Not wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted October 10, 2023 #20 Share Posted October 10, 2023 57 minutes ago, cruisestitch said: First chic night. A bit of a disappointment. Three of us ordered the lamb and the waiter advised against it. Celebrity used to make wonderful lamb and I’m sad to be told to avoid it. All had the steak Diane instead. It was ok. Not wonderful. quality of the meat, preparation or both? can only do so much if the product is inferior... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #21 Share Posted October 10, 2023 I would say it was a bit of both. The steak was not of the highest quality I have ever eaten, it was a very thin cut of sirloin, and the sauce was just meh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saffy12 Posted October 10, 2023 #22 Share Posted October 10, 2023 Did they tell you why they didn't recommend the lamb? I'm curious what the waiter thought was wrong with it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted October 10, 2023 Author #23 Share Posted October 10, 2023 No details given Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retired dude Posted October 10, 2023 #24 Share Posted October 10, 2023 1 hour ago, cruisestitch said: I would say it was a bit of both. The steak was not of the highest quality I have ever eaten, it was a very thin cut of sirloin, and the sauce was just meh. steak diane is done with choice beef tenderloin in the "good" dining spots in the states....They would never think of using sirloin for such a dish.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted October 10, 2023 #25 Share Posted October 10, 2023 guess we will ask for more details when we order rather than just select something that sounds good.. blew our budget at the meat store today...fortunately we limit beef and my husb is a great chef! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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