Review of Chef's Table on the Inspiration

[babebutters]

Hello all,

 

We were on the Inspiration out of Tampa July 17th - 22nd. We were finally able to do the Chef's Table and we recommend it highly.

 

Here is the menu:

 

Reception

Ahi Tuna Tartar, Wasabi Crisp

Duck Pot Sticker

Steak Taco

Avocado Cheesecake

 

Menu

Beef Carpaccio

Parmigiano, Balsamico Gelee

~

Fried Calamari

Charred Lime and Lemon Preserve

~

Fire Roasted Tomato and Poblano Chili Bisque

Grilled Corn, Cilantro Drizzle

~

Chopped Mediterranean Salad

Shaved Pumpkin, Feta Cheese Crumble

~

Fillet of Chilean Sea Bass

Wine Stewed Shallot and Chives Vinaigrette, Leeks Emulsion, Peas Risotto

~

Aged Filet Mignon

Onion Streusel, Homemade Three Pepper Mustard

~

Your Special Warm Chocolate Melting Cake

With a Surprise from the Chef

 

Our chef was Chef Jorg Schneider and he was the best part of a superlative meal. He met us at the lobby bar and then took us for a very interesting tour of the galley, where we were served the four items listed under reception. The galley tour was wonderful; as good as the galley portion of the Behind The Fun tour we did last year on the Imagination.

 

After the tour, we went to the library for the meal. The service was outstanding! The cost of the dinner was $75 per person, and that included wine, either red or white. I had two or three glasses, so there apparently was no limit on the wine.

 

The food was excellent and Chef Jorg gave a bit of commentary on each course. It was clear that he loves doing this. We all asked all kinds of questions, both about the meal and about the Carnival food operations in general.

 

If you can, this is a must do!

 

Kathryn

[rrraydon]

Thanks for the info. Can't wait until my turn!

[*Mach*]

Hello all,

 

We were on the Inspiration out of Tampa July 17th - 22nd. We were finally able to do the Chef's Table and we recommend it highly.

 

Here is the menu:

 

Reception

Ahi Tuna Tartar, Wasabi Crisp

Duck Pot Sticker

Steak Taco

Avocado Cheesecake

 

Menu

Beef Carpaccio

Parmigiano, Balsamico Gelee

~

Fried Calamari

Charred Lime and Lemon Preserve

~

Fire Roasted Tomato and Poblano Chili Bisque

Grilled Corn, Cilantro Drizzle

~

Chopped Mediterranean Salad

Shaved Pumpkin, Feta Cheese Crumble

~

Fillet of Chilean Sea Bass

Wine Stewed Shallot and Chives Vinaigrette, Leeks Emulsion, Peas Risotto

~

Aged Filet Mignon

Onion Streusel, Homemade Three Pepper Mustard

~

Your Special Warm Chocolate Melting Cake

With a Surprise from the Chef

 

Our chef was Chef Jorg Schneider and he was the best part of a superlative meal. He met us at the lobby bar and then took us for a very interesting tour of the galley, where we were served the four items listed under reception. The galley tour was wonderful; as good as the galley portion of the Behind The Fun tour we did last year on the Imagination.

 

After the tour, we went to the library for the meal. The service was outstanding! The cost of the dinner was $75 per person, and that included wine, either red or white. I had two or three glasses, so there apparently was no limit on the wine.

 

The food was excellent and Chef Jorg gave a bit of commentary on each course. It was clear that he loves doing this. We all asked all kinds of questions, both about the meal and about the Carnival food operations in general.

 

If you can, this is a must do!

 

Kathryn

 

 

Most excellent! We had exactly the same menu on the Ecstasy in February and it was amazing!!!

I was struck by the flavor and simplicity of the avocado cheese cake... brilliant!

:)

[gtalum]

great review!

 

Which day and what time was the dinner?

[Winterstale]

Just reserved this for our sailing on the Inspiration 5/11 - sounds like a GREAT time!!

[ccruisequeen]

Price must cover wine more than anything. Wonder if there's a discount for non-drinkers?

[lovetocruise2020]

I think there is a more recent menu... Does anyone know?

[isaiahsnana]

Yes, there is a new menu: http://zydecocruiser.net/menus/chefs_table.htm

The food was amazing, we did the chef's table on the Magic In January and I have booked it again for my cruise in August.

[maritaysa]

Would it be too late to make a reservation after boarding?

[mikel24m]

Price must cover wine more than anything. Wonder if there's a discount for non-drinkers?

 

No discounts lol

[kml2000]

I want to do the Chef's table. However, I am waiting until my DD is 21 so can enjoy it with me. Maybe our next cruise. I do wish they had a non alcohol price bur understand the concept. Sounds great!