Today the big venue…
Was the ‘Chef’s Table” Menu.

A real success
Aboard the Crown Princess.

An evening of “Nostril Teasers”
And “Palette Pleasers”

Created by Executive Chef Antonio Costantino and his staff,
And served under direction of Ignazio d’Agostino Maître d and his half

And we were elated…
About the feast those two pro’s and their staff created.

It started in an alley…
Of the ships main galley.

We were dressed in kitchen whites
For the first two bites.

Foie grass, tuna tartar,
Bistro quiche, new potatoes with sour cream and caviar

Champagne to bring out the delicate flavors…
All served by an attentive staff, trained to do us favors.

The galley staff greeted us very kind
As we left the galley jackets behind.

We were escorted to the dining table
That was decorated as “out of a fable,”

Porcini risotto with scampi
A favorite dish from Italy.

Strawberry and cracked pepper to wish…
Having a clean palette before the next dish.

Surf and Turf a “double up” table side preparation
Was a “flavor blending“ creation

Lobster tail, tiger prawns, filet mignon and lamb chops
Vegetables from fresh crops.

The wine selected for this delicious food…
Put us in a good mood.

Ignazio and Antonio promoted a happy crowd
That experienced what true dining is all about.

Baked camembert with pine nuts and port wine
Walnut bread that was more than fine.

Chocolate mousse with raspberry filling
What more could we be willing.

Then they poured after dinner wine in a glass to take home
And gave us a cookbook with the recipes to try when home alone.

A formal photograph with our group’s pose
And the ladies received a red rose.

Coffee with more delicacies
Ended the evening with wonderful memories.

After three and a half hours this gourmet event
Came to an end.

We agreed that on any future cruise
The opportunity of a “Chefs Table” we will not lose.

Thank you Antonio Costantino
And Ignazio d’Agostino.