An Unexpected Magical Meal

Yesterday afternoon when we returned from our excursion, there was an invitation on our bed, inviting us to go to the chef's table for a meal. This meal is prepared for a total of 10 guests in a private dining room and there were 12 courses each paired with the wine that was appropriate for that course. We are so grateful that even though we are in just a regular stateroom and have no status with this cruise line, we got a seat at this table. Evidently a couple who does not like creative, unique food combinations declined their invitation, and because the restaurant manager had spoken with us about our dining experiences, he, on the off chance that we could go, sent us a last-minute invitation.

When we arrived at the restaurant, we were given a glass of champagne and were ushered into a private dining room where we could see our food being prepared in the kitchen. The meal that followed, was delicious, creative, and beautiful. The executive chef explained each dish to us after the sommelier poured us a glass of wine chosen specifically for each course . I'm attaching a copy of the menu and then the photographs. The meal lasted three hours and it was three hours of pure culinary bliss.Read more