Holland America Line has added a new “Farewell Dinner” that takes place in the Main Dining Room on the final night of each cruise.
The “Farewell Dinner” will feature classic cruise dining with a curated menu that’s inspired by the cruise line’s culinary heritage. However, this special dinner is not just about the food.
The evening will be filled with energy and camaraderie that define the last night, putting a spotlight on heartfelt moments shared between guests and crew.
A highlight of the evening is the traditional “Gelang Sipaku Gelang” song, a beloved Holland America Line tradition that brings guests and crew together in a joyful farewell.
As guests gather in the Dining Room, “Home to Rotterdam” will play in the background and the ship’s cruise director reflects on memorable moments from the voyage.
Farewell Dinner Menu
Set Sail Starters:
- Chilled Sweet Potato and Stracciatella Salad
- Classic Ceasar Salad
- Captain’s Antipasto Plate with bresaola beef, dry-cured pork and prosciutto
- Coconut Crusted Shrimp
- Iceberg Wedge Salad
- Crab Bisque
- French Onion Soup
Sea Day Entrées:
- Truffled Mushroom Risotto
- Port Braised Lamb Shank
- Fillet of Beef Wellington
- Pork Tenderloin with Cider Apple Puree
- Chicken Supreme with Mushroom in White Cream Sauce
- Buttered Shrimp
- Salmon with Capers and Dill
- Oven-Baked Eggplant Parmigiana
Additional entrée items are available for a surcharge, including a 15-ounce Pinnacle Grill Boneless Ribeye, Steamed Fresh Halibut and Broiled Lobster Tail.
Set Sail Desserts:
- Apple Crisp with French Vanilla Ice Cream
- Baked Alaska with Brandy Bing Cherry Sauce
- Pistachio Chocolate Cheesecake
- Banana Pudding
- Black Forest Sundae with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sponge cake and cherry compote
Michael Stendebach, senior vice president of food, beverage and rooms division for Holland America Line, gave the following statement:
“As a brand built on more than 150 years of history and hospitality, we know some of the most meaningful moments of a cruise happen around the dinner table.
“The ‘Farewell Dinner’ is designed to celebrate the journey guests have shared together while creating a memorable farewell before they return home. Featuring dishes that have long been connected to cruising and to Holland America makes the last night with us even more special.”
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