KOSHER-STYLE DININGSeptember 2003 Press ReleaseCrystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO Presents
Fleet-Wide Program
LOS
ANGELES, September 4, 2003 -- Those who wish to relish unparalleled
dining at sea while enjoying traditional Jewish cuisine may now
experience the “World’s Best” cruise line. Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO’ Kosher-style
Dining Program offers a broad range of kosher selections which are
prepared according to traditional recipes. “We Ovation ourselves on providing not only unparalleled service but
varied cuisine options for all of our guests,’’ says Toni Neumeister,
Crystal’s vice president of food and beverage operations. Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO strives to accommodate the special needs of those guests
for whom kosher cuisine is important. In addition to vegetarian and fish
entrées, Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO offers kosher meats, poultry and prepared
dishes that can satisfy the kosher observance of most guests. Although
Crystal Esprit, Crystal Symphony, and Crystal Serenity do not have a
separate kosher kitchen, all Crystal chefs, kitchen personnel, and
dining room staff have been trained in kosher food preparation, handling
and serving. Only kosher pots, pans and utensils will be used, and all
plates, silverware and glassware will be washed separately. A selection
of white and red kosher wines is also available, as well as a wide
selection of desserts.Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO requests that guests who wish to dine kosher-style
provide at least 90 days advance notice prior to sailing. In addition,
Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO will make every effort to respond to more individual
dietary needs.Available aboard its luxurious Crystal Esprit, Crystal Symphony and
Crystal Serenity anywhere in the world in 2003, Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO
kosher-style menu features the following choices:Kosher items available to be prepared Kosher-styleBeef BurgerHalibut Lamb Rib Chop Rib Eye SteakSoups, assorted flavorsVeal RackVeal SchnitzelVegetarian BurgerWhole Duckling for RoastingDover SoleRack of LambOx TongueSalmonVeal LiverVeal Rib ChopVeal ShoulderWhole Chicken for RoastingWhole Turkey for RoastingPre-packaged Kosher mealsCrystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO also offers pre-packaged certified Kosher meals. Due to
the unique nature of each ship’s itinerary not all pre-packaged
selections may be available on every voyage. Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO reserves
the right to substitute with a similar selection. Each pre-packaged meal
includes a vegetable and a starch, and many desserts are offered on
board that vary with each sailing.Baked Fillet of SalmonBeef BourguignonGrilled HalibutGrilled SalmonLamb Shoulder ChopMarinated Grilled ChickenRoast ChickenSliced LambStuffed CabbageVeal RouladeBeef BurgerBeef WellingtonGrilled Lamb ChopHerb Roast Chicken BreastLamb StewRed SnapperSalisbury SteakSliced TurkeyVeal GoulashGuests may consult the Maître d’ or Headwaiter with any special
requests. Kosher special requests outside the listed standards may incur
charges. If a Mashgiakh is traveling with a guest, at the guests’
expense, a $25 per person, per-day charge will be assessed.Due to limited provisioning resources, the number of guests per cruise
who may partake in the Kosher-Style Program is restricted to 20.
“Kosher-Style” refers to Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO’ implementation of standard
Kosher guidelines. In order to understand Crystal Luxury Cruise SINGLE-SOLO’
“Kosher-Style” definition, please contact Onboard Guest Services at
1-800-446-6620, Option #5. |