Carnival’s Chilled Strawberry Bisque

Serves 4

Ingredients
3 C Strawberries, washed & hulled
1 ½ C Water
¾ C Sugar
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Grated Lemon Peel
1 ½ C Red Wine
1 C Sour Cream
Fresh Mint leaves

Directions
—Combine strawberries, ½ cup water, and sugar in a blender. Cover and blend the mixture until pureed.
—Stir in lemon juice, peel, 1 cup water and wine. Stir in sour cream until blended.
—Chill for several hours before serving and garnish with mint.

Carnival Cruise Lines Lobster Bisque Recipe

Serves 6

Ingredients
2 lbs Lobster (one lobster)
6 ½ Tbsp Butter, divided
½ tsp Minced Garlic
½ C Chopped Celery
½ C Chopped Carrots
½ C Chopped Onion
¼ C Tomato Paste
6 C Fish Stock
1 Tbsp Brandy w/ 1 ½ Tbsp Flour
1 C Whipping Cream
¼ C Sherry

Directions
—Remove lobster meat from shell and chop. Refrigerate until needed.
—Coarsely chop shell.
—Heat 3 Tbsp of butter in medium stock pot, add shell and garlic. Cook until brown. Add celery, carrots, and onion; Cook until softened. Add tomato paste; Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add fish stock and brandy; Bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat; Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
—Meanwhile, heat 1 ½ Tbsp butter in small saucepan over low heat; Add flour. Cook 20 minutes, stirring constantly, until deep golden brown. Stir into soup. Continue simmering 45 minutes longer.
—Strain; Return to stock pot. Stir in cream and sherry. Heat remaining butter in small skillet, add lobster. Cook until opaque; Add to soup. Serve.

Cruise Elegant vs. Cruise Casual

Cruise Casual Dress Code
Men: sport slacks, khakis, Jeans (no cut-offs), dress shorts (long) and collared polo shirts
Women: summer dresses, casual skirts, pants, capris, dress shorts, Jeans (no cut-offs) blouses and tops
Not permitted: Cut-off Jeans, men’s sleeveless shirts, tee-shirts, gym or basketball shorts, baseball hats, flip-flops and bathing suit attire

Cruise Elegant Dress Code
Men: dress slacks, dress shirts, and we also suggest a sport coat; men may also wish to wear a suit and tie or tuxedo
Women: Cocktail dresses, pantsuits, elegant skirts and blouses; ladies may also wish to wear an evening gown
Not permitted: Jeans, men’s sleeveless shirts, shorts, tee-shirts, sportswear, gym or basketball shorts, baseball hats, flip-flops and bathing suit attire

What to wear….Embarkation Day

What to wear on Embarkation Day

Embarkation Day can be quite a challenge for some women, especially if you are new to cruising. Trying to decide on the perfect outfit to wear when boarding the ship can be quite a challenge. If you are new to cruising, you are probably thinking of that you need the perfect nautical attire for your memorable embarkation picture.

Many years ago the normal routine was to get all decked out for embarkation, although times have changed over the years. There are still some who board the ship wearing a nice outfit that they can also wear the same evening to dinner, although you will find that most dress more casual. When I say casual I mean very casual, less than what is considered the cruise casual norm. You will find that the majority of the people are wearing shorts, T-shirts, tanks, sundresses, and a lot with their swimsuits underneath their clothing so they can immediately start soaking up the sun once they are onboard the ship and filled up their bellies with a huge plate at the buffet.

Some will bring a change of clothes for dinner in their carry on bag just in case their luggage hasn’t arrived before dinner. Although it’s not necessary, most cruise ships do not enforce their dress code the first night since they realize luggage is still being delivered. With the exception of some of the more luxury cruise lines.
Over the last couple of years printed T-shirts with your cruise information and group shirts have become popular to wear on embarkation. It also makes a nice memorable souvenir shirt of your cruise.

So to answer the question “what should I wear on embarkation day”? Well it’s really a personal choice. You can’t go wrong with whatever you choose. You will fit right in with the variety of attire you will see. I will suggest you wear something comfortable and comfortable shoes. If you’re not catching some sun, you may want to explore the ship and don’t want to start your vacation with sore feet. If you plan on hanging out by the pool, either wear your swimsuit under your clothing or bring it along in your carry on bag to make it easy to change.
But most important, Don’t stress over it. You are on vacation, relax and enjoy!!


Sharon Asmus

Carnival Cruise Lines Caesar Salad… (straight from the ship)

Carnival Cruise Lines Caesar Salad

 

 

YES….THIS DOES MAKE A HUGE RECIPE, JUST LIKE THEY MAKE ON THE SHIPS. YOU CAN DOWN SIZE TO FIT YOUR NEEDS, UNLESS YOU HAPPEN TO BE FEEDING 2400 OF YOUR CLOSEST FRIENDS….

INGREDIENTS
1 lb egg yolk
1/2 lb shredded parmesan cheese
7 oz fresh peeled garlic
5 oz anchovy fillet
1/4 quart lemon juice
2 oz whole black peppercorns
1 oz salt
Worcestershire sauce, to taste
1/3 quart white vinegar
10 quarts vegetable oil
Romaine lettuce & Croutons

DIRECTIONS
1. Place egg yolks in a bowl and mix at high speed until creamy.
2. Add oil slowly while beating and an emulsion starts to form.
3. Continue adding oil in a slow stream until you have all the oil blended in and mixture looks like mayonnaise.
4. Add rest of ingredients and adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Chill dressing until ready to use.
6. Put Romaine lettuce in bowl, toss with dressing, add 4-5 croutons, top with fresh parmesan cheese and serve.

 

Carnival Cruise Lines Warm Chocolate Melting Cake Recipe

Here’s the recipe to make this delicious dessert!!!
Recipe: Warm Chocolate Melting Cake

INGREDIENTS
• 6 oz. Dark chocolate
• 6 oz. Butter
• 4 Eggs
• 6 oz. Sugar
• 2 oz. Flour

METHOD
1. Melt the chocolate and butter
2. Mix the eggs and sugar and whisk for a few minutes, then add flour
3. Add the egg mix to the melted chocolate and mix
4. Pour the mix in greased mold
5. Bake directly in the oven at 390F for 14 minutes
CHEF’S TIP
Make sure the eggs are at room temperature and chocolate is warm enough while making the mixture.
Then sprinkle with powder sugar and serve with ice cream and a piece of chocolate or a fruit garnish.