Bring back the Seafood Skewer in Portofino's

[logan1_2000]

I just saw this thread Today, Thursday, 4:28 pm EDT, 5/15--I clicked on the link to the menu, and there it was. I did not recall seeing anyone post on this thread that they had been on a cruise, went to Portofino, and was told that the skewer had been discontinued? Or is this a reaction to something that was, or perhaps was but is no longer, posted on a web page?

 

We love the skewer. We also love the filet. Can't believe it has been two months, but yes, it has been that long since we were on the Mariner of the Seas, and we went to Portofino the first night and the last night, and enjoyed the skewer on embarkation night.

[mzlisap]

It was on the Radiance Portifino's 2 weeks ago.

[kingsgirl]

NO, No, say it didn't go!:eek: :eek: :eek:

 

 

 

RIP!!!:(

 

 

BILL

 

Um how do you eat that?

[Brad1185]

Your right the menu changed back today on the RCI website to the old menu. Fantastic!!

[4 cruis'n]

Um how do you eat that?

 

When we had it on the Mariner, our waiter does a presentation of sorts and plates it for you taking the lobster from the tail as well. Quite eye catching to watch. But I must say it was just okay taste wise for us.

[*CENSORED*]

The link you give still has the skewer on it.

[Bakincakes]

When we had it on the Mariner' date=' our waiter does a presentation of sorts and plates it for you taking the lobster from the tail as well. Quite eye catching to watch. But I must say it was just okay taste wise for us.[/quote']

 

I agree. It wasn't earth shattering. :(

 

Maybe because you have to pay extra for it ,it enhances the taste for some people?:confused:

[azcruises]

We too will be sailing on the Mariner on 5/18. When we get back I'll be sure to post whether or not the seafood skewer was available at Portofino's.

 

NYCRUISES, did you find a sword?

[Panda3]

We had the skewers last week on the FOS. If they don't have it on the menu, I bet they will make it for you since Portofinos is made to order.

 

have fun! :-)

[nycruises]

The skewer is back on the menu had it a few mights ago in portofino's and yes the sampler is back as well. Thank you RCCL

[dclark]

Skewer? What ever happened to getting a full lobster tail?

[nycruises]

They still offer them in the main dining room the full tail if you call it that i called it about a bite and a half. And you got a full tail on the skewer also along with salmon, shrimp and scallops.

[aqhacruiser]

It was still on the Explorer a few weeks ago:) we did have " new" menus in dining room but very little changed.

[dclark]

They still offer them in the main dining room the full tail if you call it that i called it about a bite and a half. And you got a full tail on the skewer also along with salmon, shrimp and scallops.

 

The lobster tail that they used to serve in Portofinos had nothing in common with the thing they serve in the dining room, other than the name "lobster" it was huge, I think from Australia and I had left overs. Much bigger than a bite and half.

[Mark_K]

For months I've been thinking about that thing and tonight days before i archive a attempt to enjoy it i discover it's not on the new menu. Whats next no more waffles? For those who want the new menu here it is direct from RCCL's website (requires adobe acrobat) or see below

http://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/en_US/pdf/Portofino_Menu.pdf

 

Now don't get me wrong I don't cruise just for food, but it's been over a year in planning and well I'm a bit disappointed I guess tomorrow at work i'll have to make my own seafood skewer. Who has a sword i can borrow ?

 

Antipasti,

Zuppe,

Insalate

APPETIZERS, SOUPS, SALADS

CARPACCIO CON SCAGLIE DI PARMIGIANO

Thinly sliced seared tenderloin with a salad of shaved fennel, arugula and sundried

tomatoes, finished with lemon infused olive oil and roasted pine nuts

SFORMATO AL FORMAGGIO CAPRINO, INSALATINA DI CAMPO

E FUNGHI TRIFOLATI PROFUMATI AL TARTUFO

Warm double baked goat cheese soufflé served on a bed of forest

mushrooms with crisp garden greens, sage infused cream and

drizzled with truffle oil

RISOTTO AI GAMBERETTI

Tiger shrimp sautéed with fresh herbs on a bed of creamy saffron risotto

INSALATA CAPRESE

Vine ripened red and yellow teardrop tomatoes with baby bocconcini,

basil and red onion

ZUPPA LAGUNARE AGLI ASPARAGI E

FILETTI DI TROTA AFFUMICATA

Cream of asparagus with julienne smoked river trout

ZUPPA FREDDA DI POMODORI E PEPERONI DOLCI

CON CAPESANTE ED AVOCADO

Chilled plum tomato and pepper soup with seared scallops and avocado

ZUPPA DEL GIORNO

Soup of the Day

INSALATA DI PERE E GORGONZOLA

Mesclun greens, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, slices of crisp pears and

roasted candied walnuts served with house dressing

INSALATA ALL CESARE

Romaine lettuce with shaved Parmesan, herb croutons and

traditional dressing. Prepared `a la minute in the dining room.

Pasta PASTA

PENNE D’ANGELO, SALSA DI POMODORO SAN MARZANO

CON PROSCIUTTO CRUDO E BASILICO

Penne pasta with vine ripened plum tomatoes, prosciutto, fresh basil

and shaved Parmesan cheese

PAPPARDELLE MANTECATE CON CREMA AL MASCARPONE,

FUNGHI ARROSTO E TIMO

Ribbon pasta with roasted mushrooms and fresh thyme

lightly tossed in a mascarpone cream sauce

SPAGHETTINI ALL’ARAGOSTA E MAZZANCOLLE

Chunks of lobster, roasted zucchini and garden peas,

with a piquant lobster basil sauce

Piatti Principali

MAIN COURSES

GAMBERONI COTTI IN PADELLA AL PROFUMO DI MARE

Tiger shrimp, roasted garlic and fresh herbs, served on a bed of grilled

asparagus and baby vegetables

SALTIMBOCCA ALLA ROMANA

Thinly sliced veal wrapped with fresh sage and prosciutto,

pan-fried with porcini mushroom risotto and Marsala jus

FILETTO DI MANZO ALLA PIASTRA

Grilled North American beef tenderloin on creamy truffle mashed potatoes,

roasted and caramelized garlic and seasonal vegetables

FILETTO DI TONNO AI FERRI MARINATO CON SUCCO

DI LIMONE ED OLIO EXTRA-VERGINE D’ OLIVA

Olive oil and lemon marinated tuna steak with

grilled fennel and chili-tomato compote

SCALOPPA DI POLLO ALLA PARMIGIANA, SALSA DI POMODORO

E PESTO ALLA GENOVESE

Corn-fed chicken, baked with eggplant and mozzarella, with an

herbed potato cake and Ligurian tomato-pesto sauce

FILETTO DI HALIBUT “IPPOGLOSSO”ALLA PIASTRA

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and roasted purple onions, sun-dried tomato confit and basil oil

Dolci DESSERTS

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CARAMELLO E GELATO AL CAFFE` ESPRESSO

Flourless gianduia chocolate cake, served with semi-whipped espresso cream

TIRAMISÚ ALLA PORTOFINO

A traditional favorite with crushed marinated raspberries

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CON PANNA PROFUMATA AL FRANGELICO, CREMA AL CAFFÉ

Roasted hazelnut meringue on mixed forest berries with Frangelico sabayon

PANNACOTTA ALLA VENEZIANA CON

AGRUMI PROFUMATI ALLA MENTA

Buttermilk panna cotta with a refreshing minted citrus salad

TARTUFO DI CIOCCOLATO BIANCO AL LATTE CON FRAGOLE

White chocolate truffle cake with vintage balsamic vinegar

tossed strawberries

Formaggi

CHEESE

SCELTA DI FORMAGGI ASSORTITI

A sampling of Italian cheese

CaffŽ

COFFEES

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Specially Crafted Royal Carib-bean Blend (available in regular or

decaffeinated) and Specialty Beverages. All beverages are served at current

bar menu prices. Ask your waiter for details.

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blends of spices and condiments.

A dining fee will be charged.

The Seafood Skewer was on the menu on Adventure last week. Also, when I click on the link you provided, it's on the menu that comes up when I do it.

[madelinerose]

sorry

[beachbuddy]

When I was there last in september I wanted it, but because there were scallops on them I could not have them. I have a severe allergy to scallops and can not have anything even marinated next to them. So since I can not have it, I will not miss it.

 

For the future, you can ask them to substitute the scallops for something else. We don't like salmon so we ask for an extra lobster tail and they will gladly do it for you.

[beachbuddy]

The lobster tail that they used to serve in Portofinos had nothing in common with the thing they serve in the dining room, other than the name "lobster" it was huge, I think from Australia and I had left overs. Much bigger than a bite and half.

 

Your absolutely right!! I remember we used to get surf and turf........wasn't on the menu that way but we asked for the filet mignon along with the lobster order and the lobster was out of this world........so is their filet! I was actually disappointed that they took the lobster dinner away and are doing the skewers. I usually get the shrimp risotto as an appetizer so I don't want more shrimp for dinner and I don't like salmon. DH usually orders the skewer and just ask them to leave the salmon off and give him an extra tail since they are small - the last few times I ordered the filet mignon.

 

I enjoy the appetizers so much that I don't care about the dinner........I'm usually full before the dinner gets there. I love the bean soup........it's the best and the pear salad is awsome............. DH always gets the caesar salad. We never have room for dessert but they always bring us something little to share.......... Geez, I'm gaining weight just typing about their food! LOL:D

[lady_cruiser]

They had it in Portofino's on the Voyager of the Seas this past January.

[libertybelle41]

As well as Liberty (5/24 cruise):)