SanDiegian Posted November 8, 2023 #151 Share Posted November 8, 2023 4 hours ago, LAFFNVEGAS said: Good morning from the MS Koningsdam. We were to have done a 6 and a half hour bus tour today that was our free cruise with HIA, we would need to get up at 6 this morning. When the alarm went off I decided to just for go it. Tom had already hinted he would want to do that yesterday. So I turned off the alarm and went back to sleep. We ended up going to the Dutch Cafe getting some coffee and a bite to eat. Fresh flower is a Big Favorite I love on HAL 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanDiegian Posted November 9, 2023 #152 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Any questions? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #153 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Time to play “What would order for dinner tonight? Wednesday Edition with the Culinary Council Entrees. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Suzy Posted November 9, 2023 #154 Share Posted November 9, 2023 crab cake roasted spice-crusted prime rib (WITHOUT wild mushroom and horseradish-mustard mousse) ricotta raspberry tart 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobiemom Posted November 9, 2023 #155 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Lemon drop martini, coconut shrimp, prime rib, raspberry tart, coffee with Bailey’s. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huskerchick Posted November 9, 2023 #156 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Yuzu margarita Baby Beets Spiced Prime Rib extra veggies Chocolate puff pastry Pinot Nior 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusieKIslandGirl Posted November 9, 2023 #157 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Lemon Drop Baby Beets Prime Rib with fresh-grated horseradish Ricotta Raspberry Tart And I'm not forgetting the Bailey's tonight! 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackduck59 Posted November 9, 2023 #158 Share Posted November 9, 2023 I think I will start with a Yuzu Margarita walktail (ordered at another bar and brought in to the MDR) The wines shown don't excite, I would look for other options. I think the shrimp Prime rib (hold the mousse) Ricotta Raspberry Tart Port to finish. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cccole Posted November 9, 2023 #159 Share Posted November 9, 2023 So sorry I have missed so many days... I would like Baby Beets, Lobster Tails, and Ricotta Raspberry Tart, please!!! Getting caught up on this cruise has been fun today. Thank you again for taking us along! Cherie 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BetsyS. Posted November 9, 2023 #160 Share Posted November 9, 2023 I'll have a glass or 2 of Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay Baby beets Roasted chicken Chocolate puff pastry Tea Thank you! 😊 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #161 Share Posted November 9, 2023 I had the Sushi and Tom had the Coconut Shrimp not not on a Salad just the coconut shrimp 😂 We both had Prime Rib but Tom’s very plain with Baked Potato then I had the Chocolate Puff Pastry and Tom had the Vanilla Ice Cream of course we each had a glass of Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling and I had coffee. 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanDiegian Posted November 9, 2023 #162 Share Posted November 9, 2023 (edited) Thank you for inviting us a seat at your table and Tom, thanks for sharing dinner-time with your dear wife so we can enjoy the good-life with you. Tonight , I tried making salmon-cakes for dinner but I won’t spoil your dinner with a picture. Edited November 9, 2023 by SanDiegian 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackduck59 Posted November 9, 2023 #163 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Thanks for the pictures. The presentation of the shrimp is extremely underwhelming, a much smaller plate with a slice of citrus and a sprig of parsley would go a long way to make that look like an appitizer. As presented it looks like it was grabbed from the buffet at Golden Corral. 2 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #164 Share Posted November 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Blackduck59 said: Thanks for the pictures. The presentation of the shrimp is extremely underwhelming, a much smaller plate with a slice of citrus and a sprig of parsley would go a long way to make that look like an appitizer. As presented it looks like it was grabbed from the buffet at Golden Corral. Tom got a good laugh from your comment and actually you are absolutely correct. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #165 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Farewell San Francisco, until next time. 17 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackduck59 Posted November 9, 2023 #166 Share Posted November 9, 2023 (edited) @LAFFNVEGAS I actually went back and looked at your photos. All the food seemed artfully presented. Even the deviled eggs were presented to please the eye and invite you to try them. The Caesar salad was sort of plopped on the plate and was quite small I thought. Then the coconut crusted shrimp showed up straight out of the Captain Highliner box. Everything else looked appealing. I don't mean to sound like a haughty critic but presentation is the difference between fine dining and the Blue Plate special. I certainly appreciate your reports and photos. Edited November 9, 2023 by Blackduck59 word repeated 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiller Posted November 9, 2023 #167 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Yuzu margarita Sushi Beet salad Either the chicken or barramundi, depending on what I'm in the mood for Chocolate puff pastry 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted November 9, 2023 #168 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Dinner: Baby Beets Roast Chicken Icecream 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 0106 Posted November 9, 2023 #169 Share Posted November 9, 2023 7 hours ago, Blackduck59 said: The presentation of the shrimp is extremely underwhelming, a much smaller plate with a slice of citrus and a sprig of parsley would go a long way to make that look like an appitizer. Perhaps the shrimp was presented this way because Tom said, “just the shrimp.” The coconut crusted shrimp starter is actually a salad topped with shrimp. I have had the salad prepared as it is described on the menu and it was a lovely presentation and quite good. The one starter I do not recommend is the crab cake. There is nothing “Baltimore style” about it. @LAFFNVEGAS Thanks for your fun thread. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanDiegian Posted November 9, 2023 #170 Share Posted November 9, 2023 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted November 9, 2023 #171 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Hi Lisa, loving your report! Thanks so much. I just moved from VH4132 to VH4138 as I found a picture on halfacts showing no obstruction for 4138. I am wondering how this can be. My husband commented perhaps the picture is mislabeled. Now, I am wondering myself. Will you give it a look the next time you are on the dock? Thanks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelnap Posted November 9, 2023 #172 Share Posted November 9, 2023 (edited) Sushi Prime Rib Hazelnut Mousse Edited November 9, 2023 by travelnap 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #173 Share Posted November 9, 2023 2 hours ago, FlorenceItaly said: Hi Lisa, loving your report! Thanks so much. I just moved from VH4132 to VH4138 as I found a picture on halfacts showing no obstruction for 4138. I am wondering how this can be. My husband commented perhaps the picture is mislabeled. Now, I am wondering myself. Will you give it a look the next time you are on the dock? Thanks. I will try it is down the hall from except port side we will have to catch it when a cabin steward is cleaning though. I do know there are some staterooms that do have a view between life boats and straight on view is non obstructed but life boats are still very visible. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted November 9, 2023 Author #174 Share Posted November 9, 2023 Came back to the dining room for breakfast, there were s always a line but it moves extremely fast. they again had specials this morning. So far the specials remind me of many of the items that were offered when they served the Brunch. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlorenceItaly Posted November 9, 2023 #175 Share Posted November 9, 2023 3 minutes ago, LAFFNVEGAS said: I will try it is down the hall from except port side we will have to catch it when a cabin steward is cleaning though. I do know there are some staterooms that do have a view between life boats and straight on view is non obstructed but life boats are still very visible. Thank you, but please do not go to any trouble. It is odd the picture on halfacts shows no life boat visible. Regardless, I am happy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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