A Cellar Master’s Dinner – Our Kind of Shore Excursion!
On longer cruises, Holland America likes to pull a few special treats out of its hat, and tonight was one of those occasions. HAL hosted a Cellar Master’s Dinner, a special evening where the Cellar Master, in our case Jacques, teams up with the ship’s Executive Pinnacle Chef to create a memorable dining experience.
Jacques is someone we have known for probably a dozen years, so it was particularly nice to see him once again in charge of putting together this special evening. The idea is to create a menu that is not only incredibly pleasing to the palate but also carefully matched with specific wines to complement and enhance each course.
And when I say wine pairing, I don’t mean one of those little two- or three-ounce pours that barely give you a taste. Oh no! This was pretty much a free pour, giving everyone a proper opportunity to enjoy the wines, appreciate their character and experience how beautifully they worked with each course.
Of course, this approach could potentially lead to a little overindulgence, but hey, we’re not driving! LOL.
All kidding aside, Jacques and the culinary team did a fantastic job. Each course and its accompanying wine made for a wonderful evening, and it was another one of those special experiences that make these longer voyages so enjoyable.
We’ve always said that on a cruise, there are plenty of ways to enjoy ourselves without necessarily going ashore. And when HAL puts together an evening like this, well, let’s just say this is our version of a shore excursion!
Cheers to Jacques and the team for another cruise highlight. 🍷
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