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Holland America Line's New Onboard Cooking Shows Bring Regional Cuisine from Port to Stage

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Holland America Line has reintroduced live cooking shows across its fleet, showcasing regional culinary specialties and locally sourced seafood from their Global Fresh Fish Program. The demonstrations, co-hosted by each ship's executive chef and cruise & travel director, occur at least twice per seven-day sailing. Guests can learn cooking techniques, taste the prepared dishes in the Dining Room, and take home recipes. The shows feature region-specific dishes, from Alaskan salmon bowls to Caribbean grouper and Asian curry, reflecting the cruise's destination.

Holland America Line ha reintrodotto spettacoli di cucina dal vivo su tutta la sua flotta, mostrando specialità culinarie regionali e frutti di mare freschi provenienti dal loro Programma Globale di Pesce Fresco. Le dimostrazioni, co-ospitate dallo chef esecutivo di ogni nave e dal direttore delle crociere e dei viaggi, si svolgono almeno due volte durante una navigazione di sette giorni. Gli ospiti possono apprendere tecniche di cucina, assaporare i piatti preparati nella Sala da Pranzo e portare a casa le ricette. Gli spettacoli presentano piatti specifici per ogni regione, dai bowl di salmone dell'Alaska a grouper caraibico e curry asiatico, riflettendo la destinazione della crociera.

Holland America Line ha reintroducido espectáculos de cocina en vivo en toda su flota, mostrando especialidades culinarias regionales y mariscos de origen local de su Programa Global de Pescado Fresco. Las demostraciones, co-presentadas por el chef ejecutivo de cada barco y el director de cruceros y viajes, se realizan al menos dos veces durante un crucero de siete días. Los huéspedes pueden aprender técnicas de cocina, degustar los platos preparados en el Comedor y llevarse recetas a casa. Los shows presentan platos específicos de cada región, desde tazones de salmón de Alaska hasta mero del Caribe y curry asiático, reflejando el destino del crucero.

홀랜드 아메리카 라인은 자사의 모든 선단에서 라이브 요리 쇼를 재도입하여 지역 특산물과 글로벌 신선 생선 프로그램에서 조달한 해산물을 선보입니다. 시연은 각 선박의 수석 요리사와 크루즈 및 여행 디렉터가 공동 진행하며, 7일 항해 동안 최소 두 번 진행됩니다. 손님들은 요리 기술을 배울 수 있고, 다이닝룸에서 준비된 요리를 시식하며, 레시피를 집에 가져갈 수 있습니다. 쇼는 알래스카 연어 볼에서 카리브해 그루퍼, 아시아 커리에 이르기까지 지역 특화 요리를 선보이며, 크루즈의 목적지를 반영합니다.

Holland America Line a réintroduit des spectacles de cuisine en direct à travers sa flotte, présentant des spécialités culinaires régionales et des fruits de mer locaux issus de son Programme Global Fresh Fish. Les démonstrations, co-animées par le chef exécutif de chaque navire et le directeur des croisières et des voyages, ont lieu au moins deux fois pendant une croisière de sept jours. Les invités peuvent apprendre des techniques de cuisine, déguster les plats préparés dans la Salle à Manger et ramener des recettes chez eux. Les spectacles mettent en avant des plats spécifiques à chaque région, des bols de saumon de l'Alaska au mérou des Caraïbes et au curry asiatique, reflétant la destination de la croisière.

Holland America Line hat Live-Kochshows auf seiner gesamten Flotte wieder eingeführt, in denen regionale kulinarische Spezialitäten und lokal gefangene Meeresfrüchte aus ihrem Global Fresh Fish Program präsentiert werden. Die Vorführungen, die von dem jeweiligen Küchenchef und dem Kreuzfahrt- und Reiseleiter der einzelnen Schiffe gemeinsam moderiert werden, finden während einer siebentägigen Kreuzfahrt mindestens zweimal statt. Gäste können Kochtechniken lernen, die zubereiteten Gerichte im Speisesaal probieren und Rezepte mit nach Hause nehmen. Die Shows präsentieren regionalspezifische Gerichte, von Alaska-Lachs-Bowls bis zu karibischem Zander und asiatischem Curry, die das Reiseziel der Kreuzfahrt widerspiegeln.

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  • Introduction of new entertainment and culinary experience enhancing passenger value proposition
  • Integration with Global Fresh Fish Program supporting local sourcing strategy
  • Multiple shows per voyage increasing passenger engagement opportunities
  • Take-home recipes creating lasting customer connection beyond the cruise
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Return of popular live food demos include recipes to be served later in the Dining Room for immersive culinary experience

SEATTLE, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's renowned culinary program takes the stage onboard with new, cooking shows that spotlight regional culinary specialties and locally sourced seafood from the cruise line's Global Fresh Fish Program

"We are thrilled to bring back a favorite tradition that is among our most popular enrichment activities."

Co-hosted by each ship's executive chef and cruise & travel director, the demonstrations are fleetwide and occur at least twice per seven-day sailings and more often on longer itineraries.

Guests can learn cooking techniques and the culinary history of the region from the executive chef, with the opportunity to taste the dishes in the Dining Room that evening. Guests also will be able to take a copy of the recipes home to make in the comfort of their own kitchen for friends and family.

"We are thrilled to bring back a favorite tradition that is among our most popular enrichment activities. Our new cooking shows are all about connecting guests to the culinary culture of the region they're visiting with a fun and attainable experience," said Michael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage and room division for Holland America Line. "We're being purposeful in ensuring our guests can take a piece of the immersive traveling experience home with them after the cruise ends."

Cooking Show Recipes by Region
Cooking Shows on Asia-bound voyages include different recipes than those in the Caribbean or Alaska, as each show will focus on the current destination. Several of the cooking shows will feature Holland America Line's Global Fresh Fish program, with recipes using fresh fish sourced from a nearby port.

Dishes prepared during the shows include:

  • Alaska: Barbecue Salmon Bowl; Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowl.

  • Australia/ New Zealand: Panko Crusted Australian Flathead; Australian Bass with Orange Vermouth Sauce; Coral Trout with Porcini and Bacon; Seared Yellow Fin Bream.

  • Asia: Red Snapper Coconut Curry and Vegetables; Crumbed Miso Sesame Lamb Chops; Teriyaki Salmon Bowl with Cauliflower Rice; Mongolian Barbecue Lamb Chops; Macadamia Crusted Grouper; Japanese Pork Katsue with Curry Sauce; Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowl; Pan Seared Honey Sake Barramundi.

  • Caribbean: Bahamian Grouper with Bacon Grits; Grilled Seabass Tacos with Spicy Slaw and Lime Crema; Crusted Rockfish with Cou-Cou & Coconut Shrimp Bisque.

  • Hawaii: Macadamia Crusted Grouper; Kauai-Style Poke; Lomi-Lomi Salmon; Seared Opah with Mango Avocado Relish.

  • South Pacific: Japanese Pork Katsu with Curry Sauce; Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowl; Macadamia Crusted Grouper; Lomi-Lomi Salmon; Crackling Pork Ceviche; Huli Huli Chicken.

  • South America: Seared Grouper with Chilean Salsa; Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri and Polenta; Braised Short Rib Empanadas; Peruvian Half Roasted Chicken.

  • Mexico: Blackened Tuna Oaxaca-Style; Grouper with Rice Pilaf and Salsa Picante; Grilled Seabass Tacos with Spicy Slaw and Lime Crema.

The new cooking shows are the latest in entertainment, culinary and beverage enhancements onboard Holland America Line ships. Other recent enhancements include the introduction of the cruise line's first-ever branded sparkling wine and a refreshed Pinnacle Grill Menu that features regionally inspired local flavors.

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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line has been exploring the world for 150+ years with expertly crafted itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations. Offering an ideal perfectly-sized ship experience, its fleet visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years — longer than any other cruise line. Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination immersion and personalized travel. Guests enjoy the best entertainment at sea, and dining venues featuring exclusive dishes by world-famous chefs. A new global fresh fish program brings more than 80 types of fresh fish on board, sourced and served locally in regions around the world.

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Bill Zucker

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800-637-5029, 206-626-9890

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pr@hollandamerica.com

 

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FAQ

How often are Holland America Line's new cooking shows performed during cruises?

The cooking shows are performed at least twice during seven-day sailings, with more frequent shows during longer itineraries.

What types of dishes are demonstrated in Holland America Line's Alaska cooking shows?

In Alaska, the cooking shows demonstrate dishes like Barbecue Salmon Bowl and Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowl, featuring locally sourced seafood.

What do guests receive after attending Holland America Line's cooking demonstrations?

Guests receive copies of the recipes to recreate the dishes at home, and can taste the demonstrated dishes in the Dining Room that evening.

Who hosts the cooking shows on Holland America Line cruises?

The cooking shows are co-hosted by each ship's executive chef and cruise & travel director.

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