Top 5 DO NOT MISS Buffet Items on your Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) Cruise
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2023
- Buffets gave a bad reputation for being underwhelming; but follow me and I'll share the hidden gems that you don't want to miss on your Norwegian Cruise Line cruise (NCL).
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You’re getting me excited for our first ever NCL cruise!
Hi Susan 👋 Yay for your first ever cruise!! 🥳 I just know you're going to have a fantastic time. If you have any specific questions you can always reach out on Instagram @cruisewithgrant
Booking our first NCL cruise, looks like it will be great 😊
I hope you have a wonderful time!
You're 100% correct about the Indian food at the buffet. It's simply to die for and NCL's chefs who make it are experts in that particular type of cuisine.
Hi Vanessa 👋 I'm glad that we're on the same page about the Indian food station being the place to be!! Do you have any favourite dishes?
@Cruise with Grant I love the Asian dishes as well, but I'm also very partial to the grilled seafood offerings as well, particularly the shrimp.
I am SO happy to hear this... I could eat Indian food every day. I will likely do that for ten days in June of 2024, it seems!
The Noodle Soup station in the buffet at lunch is the best.
My favorite buffet item from the last NCL cruise I took was the hashbrowns at breakfast! I was ambitious and signed up for early morning workout classes. Going to the buffet and getting a big helping of scrambled eggs and hashbrowns after a workout was awesome! 😂
Hi Allison 👋 I've always wondered why the gym and the buffet are seemingly always on the same deck 😉 so hard to avoid some of those temptations. Sounds like you've struck the perfect balance! I hope that you're having a super day!
Pistachio blondies...last night of the cruise... I'm going to bring a ziplock to stash a pile of these next cruise!
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the tip! I didn't know about these, something to be on the lookout for next cruise! 😋
Yes! They are so good
Where did you get them? Buffet? Sounds delicious!
@@MsPeshewa It was last night of the cruise and the buffet was doing a Seafood extravaganza. The blondies came out quietly and people demolished the huge pan very shortly. Apparently they are 'known'... also a walnut bar cookie at same time that was really good. I am going to bring ziplocks to carry some home next time. I don't eat a lot of sweets but these two items are worth a good cup of tea or coffee and the risk to tuck away in one's suitcase!
I'll make sure to pack and bring my ziplocks with me. We are going to Iceland and Ireland on a back to back in Sept
Thank you for mentioning the tea time and Indian food.
Hi Neha 👋 Thanks for the comment! You're most welcome, I'm a big foodie so love sharing about my favourites! Do you have any favourite cruise foods?
Grant, I love this video! My husband and I celebrated 20 years on the Getaway 2 months ago, and the buffet did not disappoint! We loved the Indian offerings and the crepe station, but my favorite offering was called volkornbrot. It’s a dense, seedy bread that they had on the breakfast buffet with a Scandinavian-type spread of pickled herring and fresh tomatoes. Absolutely delicious with a generous smear of whipped butter! Let me know if you see it and what you think of it!
Tempura shrimp, unlimited. I’m convinced that is 50% of why I want to go on another cruise. 😂😂😂
On several cruises, when they offer sweet and Sour soup, I grab a large bowl from the noodle station and put some sweet and sour soup in it. Then I go over to the Asian food section an add some chicken or beef and vegetables. One could also put some of the noodles in the bowl and any of the other ingredients before you add the soup and any of the other Asian goodies that might be available at the buffet. It is delicious and people often stop and ask me where I found that, it looks so good.
Hi Frank 👋 Thanks for sharing! I always love it when I find a hack like this one that creates something delicious!!
That is very creative! Great tips!
Thank you for your helpful videos. Celebrated our 49th Wedding Anniversary Jan 2023... chose NCL Encore .. first time w/ NCL.. In the past, Cruised with RC, Carnival, Princess. NCL .. Encore .. beautiful ship. Nice Caribbean ports, staff were helpful, friendly .. always with a smile.
At the Garden buffet for breakfast, lunch and 2x of dinner ... great and delicious n variety of dishes n satisfying.. French Toast, w/ banana n strawberry sauce, eggs benedict, Tom Yum Soup.
Oh yes, Their Indian food was excellent, full of taste and flavor and the variety .. was superb. Every time we had a chance .. Indian food was our choice. Buffet desserts .. were tasty and beautifully presented .. well displayed on this glass cabinet n great varieties each day... they even had Cassava cake !! Better than I had from home, California. Love the layout of the buffet .. makes for less congestion. Yes, the singing Coffee girls in the morning .. were great touch. Very impressed of Encore .. we have NCL fever.
Loved the dishes also served at the Manhattan Room ... delicious, tasty and plate presentation was great. The Manhattan room was beautiful and elegant. The Crew was wonderful, attentive, helpful, friendly and great service.
Can you tell me abt NCL Jade..we know it’s smaller ship than Encore .. any thoughts .. food, shows entertainment? Indian food served? We watched your videos before our trip Jan 2023 .. very helpful.
We are sailing the Jade this May- 1st time!
Agree about the Indian food and the crepes. I also get giddy when they have pretzel rolls out!
What’s a pretzel roll?
@@lauragwillim1055 they are little dinner rolls made of pretzel dough. Heaven!
Thank you for talking about the benefits of the buffet. It is often overlooked as a good dining option. When my husband was a vegetarian who loves Asian food, the buffet was his favorite venue. I love it, too, especially for breakfast. We eat lots of healthy food at the buffet, and never gain weight on a cruise.
Did you find healthy breakfast options? I'm a veggies for breakfast gal and not sure how that's going to roll on the cruise.
I am an NCL cruiser and eat about 90% percent of the time in the buffet. I recently learned of snack time on a recent cruise and was surprised by the large size of cake slices, wraps and sandwiches. Portion sizes during the three meals are typically small.
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the comment. I totally agree, the slices of cake (many, many delicious cakes) were really generous! They had a truly spectacular pistachio cake! Did you have any favour snacks?
@@CruisewithGrant The tuna wraps were very good.
When we sailed in January on the Escape we went during snack time and got nachos and pizza, a great pre dinner plate when you're eating later at night
I had a warm chocolate chip bread pudding with a caramel sauce last Friday evening on the Getaway at the buffet and it was heavenly. The coffee is also fantastic on the ship. I really enjoyed the cruise to the Bahamas March 18, 2023
Great overview of the buffet food on Norwegian cruise ship. Looking forward to more videos, Grant!!
Hi Jayne 👋 Thanks so much for the comment! Lots more good stuff coming soon! Stay tuned!
With cruise buffets, I *always* go in with a strategy, as food is the most important part of cruising for me. I won't waste my time on things I can ordinarily get on land, but instead go straight for whatever is most creative or expensive. I don't let them make any money off of me. I eat like a 500 lb man trapped inside a 160 lb body. When I was on the Encore last year (first time cruising with NCL, BTW), the first thing I did before putting anything on my plate was scope out the entire buffet and chose only the things that looked most interesting to me. I voyaged to Cabo San Lucas with friends last year on Princess, and they had *Chateaubriand* - something I had never had before. You wanna talk expensive! Chateaubriand is a very expensive cut of beef indeed, and you'd better believe I went back for seconds and thirds of that!
Anyway, as far as NCL's buffet is concerned, I was very satisfied with the selection and quality. The Indian Food station was a very nice surprise, and the aromas coming out of that part of the buffet were INTOXICATING. I could not keep myself away from that part of the buffet. What I loved most about the Encore as a ship is the fact that you don't have to actually go to the buffet to eat buffet items because there is another buffet inside the Observation Lounge. The buffet inside the Observation Lounge, while still huge, doesn't have everything the main buffet does, but I found it was a splendid place to get breakfast and enjoy the spectacular views while having breakfast.
So thankful for you sharing about DIY afternoon tea! I can't wait to try their scones!
Hi Lisa 👋 You're so welcome! I hope you enjoy! You'll have to let me know which scone flavour is your favourite! I hope that you're having a beautiful day!!
Grant thank you for the information. I am traveling on my first Norwegian Cruise Feb. 19. This update was very helpful… plus you are adorable!!! Thanks again.
Hi David 👋 You're so welcome! Your first cruise, and it's almost here! Yay! Which ship will you be sailing on? (Also... aww shucks 🥰)
Hi Grant, I agree, the tea time is so wonderful!
Hi Leanne 👋 Thanks for the comment! Any favourite snacks that you've come across so far? I really liked the hazelnut scones 🫖
The never-ending tray of bacon is my buffet favorite!
My two sons, and wives, took me on a cruise on Norwegian. The Buffets were terrific, especially the "Taste of India", and the burger buffet. They made a veggie burger, from scratch, and it was fabulous.
Indian food was my favorite in the buffet! Last year I was on the NCL twice and all I ate was Indian food for breakfast and lunch. At dinner times I go the specialty restaurant but I ended up leaving the restaurant early and go to the buffet.
Great video as always! My teen daughter loves pho and this made her even more excited for our cruise !
Hi Merry 👋 Thank you! 😊 I think your daughter will enjoy the soup, it's a bit different than what we have here at home, but it was surprisingly good (with the right toppings, for some strange reason they have lettuce 🤔 )
I was on NCL Epic last summer. They had the best pizza I ever ate, and was totally blown away by it. Also, as a diabetic, they had a bunch of sugar free dispenser drinks. My favorite was the strawberry kiwi drink.
Hi Thom 👋 Thanks for sharing your favourites. I’m sure there are also lots of folks who are now looking forward your suggestions! Hope you’re having a great day!!
My first cruise in almost 6 years im excited to go on Norwegian this buffet is incredible
This is a great list, all things I wouldn't have thought of but very annoyed if not taken advantage of. Thanks for posting!!
Congee! With lots of ginger and spices. My wife and I usually find it in one hotpot in the common dining area.
I love you Grant❤ Your videos arevery concise and informative I am looking forward to my birthday cruise this July 2023
Awww you're so kind!! Thank you so much. A birthday cruise!! That sounds like the perfect way to celebrate! 🥳 What ship will you be sailing on?
Thank you for all of your tips and videos. I’m going on my first cruise on the Pearl next month. I have enjoyed all of your videos 💜
Hi Destiny 👋 Sorry for the delay in responding. Thank you so much for your love and support, it really means the world to me! 🫶 I think you'll have a good time on the Pearl. I sailed on her in 2018 and really had a lovely time. You'll have to let me know what you think of the decor in the Bliss, it's a choice 😜
I hadn't cruised NCL in 12 yrs until Jan on the Sky, and I was definitely impressed with their buffet selection and my #1 was your #4 or5, the crepe station with hard ice cream right bside it! So I'll be dure to cruise NCL again
Hi Edwin 👋 That's great that you had an enjoyable cruise on the Sky! I'm also glad that our tips are somewhere on the same list 😜 Crepes and ice cream as neighbours sounds like a killer combination! 🙌
We recently sailed on the “Sun” and the noodle station was actually in the Brazilian restaurant on the other side of the ship from the buffet. ( It was open for general seating during the day and reservations in the evening).
Hi Richard 👋 thanks so funny. You must really love the soup to track it down clear across the ship 😜 I hope you had a wonderful time.
@@CruisewithGrant Yes. 41 days Seattle to Lisbon! It was wonderful!
Pho! I’m so excited! Thank you for letting me know! Headed to Alaska soon on NCL!
Hi Sherry 👋 I was excited too to find out about the noodle soup station, it's pretty close to Pho, but a little different, still quite yummy! I'm happy to spread the good word! Which ship will you be sailing on to Alaska?
I just discovered the red the noodle station on my cruise in January. I LOVED THIS!
Hi Tony 👋 I’m so glad you found it too 🙌 Any other buffet favourites?
We started out cruising with Carnival and started avoiding the buffets because of the quality of food and people there.We have used NCL for our last 3 cruises and have never tried the buffets.Looking forward to tying the buffets on our next 2 NCL cruises in Europe.
Hi Terry 👋 Thanks for the comment. Give the buffet a go, nothing to lose. I find that while I"m still mostly a main dining diner, there are some great picks. I also had this absolutely amazing apple, parsnip and arugla salad in the buffet; it was a wonderful surprise!
We are NCL Sapphire level. We are looking forward to taking The Sun from Lisbon to Miami in April... We have learned to like going to restaurants for breakfast on sea days. The table service is pleasant and relaxed.... We also enjoy Specialty Dining...
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the comment and for sharing your experience. I certainly hope your next cruise is a relaxing one, sounds like a great itinerary (I also love Lisbon! 🫶)
Generally, I like the NCL buffet. However, I wish they had snack trays to load your plates on. It would make it so much easier.
Hi Larry 👋 Thanks for sharing, that's not a bad idea at all. If I have a soup or salad plus mains it becomes a bit of a juggling act. I usually just tell myself that's how I'm supposed to get my steps and do portion control 😜😜😜
I really appreciate these videos! Going on my first ever cruise in march on NCL Gem and I'm a type A anxious person. These are giving me a lot of peace!
Hi Rachael 👋 ❤️ thank you so much! It makes my heart so happy when people say that my videos have helped them. You can do it!!! You’ll have an amazing time. I am a big fan of the Jewel class ships, perfect balance of things to do and community feeling. What are you feeling most excited about for your cruise?
The food options but also the excursions. We’re stopping in Cozumel and doing Myan ruins. Something on my bucket list.
My fav breakfast - made to order omelet, fresh fruit and an Irish coffee
Hi Mona 👋 Mmmmm that sounds perfect. And look at you go for that morning Irish coffee 😉 ☘️
Very much enjoy your video's and look forward to apply some of the things we've picked up watching them. We will depart Orlando May1st (Anniversary Cruise) for 10 days on the Getaway. We will hit the buffet with gusto. Thanks again.
Hi Homer 👋 Happy anniversary 🥳 I’m so glad the tips were helpful! Have a wonderful time on the Getaway, don’t forget to enjoy the Ocean Boulevard, it’s my favourite ☀️🌊
Great info thanks!
As always, great video loved the tidbit about tea...I am a tea drinker, so that tip will come in clutch for me.
Hi Justus 👋 Sorry that it took me a while to catch up (lots of comments is a lovely problem to have!). As a tea drinker, my tip is also scope out all of the tea stations, they don't always have the same teas! (the teas in the dining rooms and restaurants may also be different so don't hesitate to ask!) 🫖 🫖 🫖
Thanks Grant! Of all the videos I’ve watched no one has mentioned the tea! I’ve only cruised once & I was in the Ruby Princess & I loved their High Tea! My friend & I are going to Alaska on the Norwegian Encore October 2023 & we’re so excited!
The buffet on the Breakaway was really good! A little underwhelming for breakfast but the cheeseburgers were great and one night there was shrimp and broccoli in the asian section that was SO GOOD.
Hi Sarabear 👋 Thanks for sharing! It's always great to hear about people's favourites! Hope you're having a super day!
Underwhelming?? I cannot imagine what you were looking for, it was beyond belief the selections for breakfast from eggs benedict to the incredible hash browns! To each their own, I guess.
Your videos will be a great to me and the family
Great tips! Thank you!
Hi Melinda 👋 You're most welcome! I'm so grateful to hear from folks that the videos are helpful! Do you have any cruise plans (or dreams)?
Love the video. I'm looking forward to trying the Indian food.
Hi Jeremy 👋 Sorry for the delay in responding. Thanks for your comment and for the kind words! I don't think you'll be disappointed if you try the Indian food station!
Happened upon your channel by accident and what a pleasant surprise! After 6 solo NCL cruises, I thought I knew all the secrets. Not so! Great video and so glad I've found your channel! I'm going to be very busy for the next few weeks catching up on all of your content!
Hi Jan 👋 Well are you're just the sweetest! I'm so glad that you found my channel too! Even thought I've done a bunch of cruises (including many solo) I'm always amazed at the things I learn every single time. I'm also so thrilled that there's this amazing community that I can nerd-out with over cruise things!! I hope you're having the best day! 🫶
You had me at Indian food Grant! Cannot wait, thanks!
Hi there 👋 So glad I could share this tip (and my love of Indian food)! I'm sire you'll enjoy. Do you have a trip coming up?
I love your content. I've never cruised on NCL, so having these videos is very helpful. I have an upcoming sailing on the Joy NYC to Bermuda. Would you ever consider doing ship specific highlights?
Hi CJ 👋 Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm so glad that you found my video's helpful, that's the ultimate aim for me!! I have actually been thinking about some ship highlights. It was one of the things I wanted to do for my last cruise. I have a few more things coming up first, but it's definitely something I'd like to do.
On the Star, I had delicious Filipino Congee for breakfast (chicken and rice porridge); it is only available for breakfast. A Filipino couple whom I met on board approved the dish as authentic and rated it excellent.
I love the scones
Hi Grant, I was not overly impressed with Getaway's buffet, where I ate at least one breakfast, lunch and dinner. I agree that the crepe station is really good. They need someone's grandma's sausage gravy recipe (and biscuits) for breakfast, I don't know what you call that stuff they serve instead. A sandwich station (like a Subway) would be awesome for lunch - pop in, grab a sandwich and go, instead of walking the entire buffet for ingredients to make your own. Dinner was odd, turkey (or chicken?) gravy next to the carving station serving roast beef. Things just seemed scattered in an odd order. What's your recommendation for the smallest NCL ships, please? Your videos are very informative.
Thanks for this. We will be boarding NCL in three weeks. It was Celebrity last year.
Hi Arthur 👋 You're most welcome! Yay for your upcoming cruise! Which ship will you be sailing on?
thanks for the info. Indian food always very good/great
Hi there 👋 I totally agree! Do you have any favourite dishes? It got cut during editing, but they used to offer curries at breakfast and it was so yummy to eat with scrambled eggs (I think it depends on the make-up of the passengers on the sailing).
Thanks for this! We’re going on Norwegian Prima in April. I’ll hunt these options down!
Hi Kate 👋 you’re most welcome! Wow you’re going on the Prima! Have a wonderful time! You’ll have to let me know what you think. I’m dying to try the food hall *drool 🤤
Loved the Prima
Just found your channel! On the Escape on Saturday!
Hi Linda 👋 Have a beautiful cruise!! ☺️
I just returned from an 8 day cruise on the NCL Getaway from NYC to Bahamas. I resisted the buffet until mid cruise as I just loved the service and ambiance of Savor and Taste. I am also skittish about all those hands touching the serving utensils, which I'm surprised the cruise lines allow that. There was a hand washing station, but I was one of few using it. I used a piece of toweling around my hand to grab the utensils. I did try the buffet finally on Wednesday and I have to admit it was fantastic. I had Friday dinner there and I had one of the best pieces of prime rib I ever had! Yes, Prime Rib at the carving station. I just didn't feel like heading down to Deck 6. Grant thanks for your marvelous video.
Hi Gardis 👋 Thanks for sharing! I hope you had a fantastic time on the Getaway (sounds like it!). You're most welcome! I'm so happy that my love of cruising is helping others! 🙌 I hope you're having an amazing day!!
Do you wash your hands after touching money, buttons at ATM, door handles, elevator buttons, gas handle, touch screens at fast food places, etc.?
@@DecrepitBiden When I come back into the house, I absolutely do. I also have a Purell in my car and use it regularly. So, yes I do. But I am NOT a mask fanatic and do not wear one, never put one on during the cruise (neither did anyone else). but hands have to be clean on a cruise due to Noro.
You can wear gloves when you handle the serving utensils
@@abouttime5000 I did not see any gloves available anywhere, but if you mean bring our own, certainly.
A great help to me and family
Hi there 👋 , so glad that the videos are helpful! 😊😊😊
Indian station is awesome especially the Chi at breakfast So!! So!! Good
Hi Shakila 👋 Right!?! I was on one cruise where that had a number of Indian passengers and they also had curries at breakfast, it was the best! Apparently they will do this if there's a large group who requests that they make something different for certain meals.
I kept going back to the "Taste of India" on the Norwegian Bliss. It was great! Couldn't get that food where I lived!
Hi Joan 👋 Thanks for sharing! Agreed, we have a Little India where I live and the food you can find on board can be totally different. It’s amazing to be able to taste food from different regions; I’m so glad they offer this! Hope you’re having a beautiful day! 😊
This is great news. Indian food is my fav.
I hope I can find those options in the Dawn, going next week :) first time on NCL. Did you see gluten free options? Thank you for your video!
Hey Grant ,
Love your videos… I’m booked on the Epic and was curious if you had ever sailed on this ship ? If so what were your thoughts and opinions…
NCL has wonderful food, including the buffet!
I love the noodle soup station, I think it’s under rated. The broth is super tasty. 😋 it’s also a great meal after a night of too much 🍷iykyk 😂
Hi Kimberly 👋 I totally agree, I tried it a few times to figure our my perfect combination. Haha! Sounds like you also discovered a new secret for the station too 😂😂😂
I found the Indian dishes pretty darn authentic. The "Asian" noodles soups were "lacking" at best.
We have Pho at Vietnamese restaurants about 3-4 times a month
Hi there 👋 Thanks for the comment totally fair. I agree that the "Asian soup station" is not exactly the Pho that I get here at home, but I certainly found myself surprised (with the right ingredient choices, not quite sure about why you'd put lettuce in soup 😜). The Indian Food station though is my absolutely favourite!!
for me, the Indian food is for my lunch every day
Hi Sandra 👋 sounds like the perfect lunch! Do you have any favourite dishes so far?
We were on the Getaway last week (NYC to Caribbean to NYC) and the buffet was huge and varied. I saw the soup station, but I was afraid that the pho would not live up to Toronto standards, so I avoided it. I'll try it next time. The afternoon snacks (scones, cakes, cookies) were very good and also the selection of Stash teas. The Getaway was back to full capacity and despite the crowds, we were always able to get a seat in the Garden Cafe.
Thank you for sharing your information Michael I'm planning a cruise this year in December and your information was very helpful😇🥰
Hi Michael 👋 I hope that you've been keeping well! (and that you had an amazing time). So, I will say that the Pho is not quite the same as back home, we're very spoiled here, but it is pretty good. Give it a go, and don't forget a bit of that spice! Thanks for sharing about your experience at the buffet on the Getaway!
Great job
Great coverage. Thank you! Are the activities (water slide, go cart) open on Viva during port days when the ship stops.? Thanks
Hi Neha 👋 Thank you! I don't have a video specific to Viva, but I have covered some things to know about onboarding amenities in the video linked below. I hope it's helpful!
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The Indian food is always great on NCL
Hi Mike 👋 I totally agree! On my NCL cruises a number of the Executive Chefs have been from India and they've told me that making the best food (all of it of course), but in particular the Indian food is of the highest importance. Do you have any particular favourites? I ate ALOT of roti on the last cruise
@@CruisewithGrant it's not free but the sushi at Food Republic is good and the shrimp and lobster rolls at American dinner is good too.
Just got off a NCL 11 day cruise and as a vegetarian, I eat from the Indian section most of the time. Awesome food!!
I've heard the Pizza at the Buffet (on the Bliss) is beyond amazingly good, is that true?
Always get soft serve even if you're not eating at the buffet!
That sounds like an order not advice haha 😜🍦
Can we bring a serving tray with us in our luggage and loot the buffet to bring it back to are room? Thanks for the helpful tips
On the NCL Encore the Indian food was the best
Hi Micheline 👋 I agree I'm a big fan (both of the Indian Food station, but also the Encore!!)
We are doing a 14 day on Pearl, do you have a sample dinner menu
I'm going on my 1st NCL cruise on a few days. Thanks for the great video. It's very helpful. I'm having trouble finding info as I can't download the NCL app. Apparently my phone is too old.
Hi Sharon 👋 Yay for your first NCL cruise! I'm sure you'll have a good time. Be sure to try some of my favourite foods, and definitely tell me what your favs were when you get back!
Sorry you're having trouble with the NCL app, you should be able to find it either in the Apple App Store, or in the Google Play store if you search "Norwegian Cruise Lines". They can also definitely help you once you're on board if you visit the Internet desk
Where will you be headed on your cruise?
@@CruisewithGrant I'm getting a "your device isn't suitable" message and some computer geek said the app won't work with older phones. Too bad. The Princess app worked perfectly on my old phone.
I'm doing Vancouver to Seward on the Jewel. Picked up an unbelievable deal on the return flight.
I just found your channel and I love it! I'm going on my first cruise soon, on the NCL Sun. Have you done an Alaska cruise? I'm curious, is there heating for cooler days, or are all of the ships geared for warm weather ports? Is temperature adjustment available in the cabin? Thanks!
Hi Helen 👋 Thank you 😊😊😊 Yay for your first cruise! I haven't yet done an Alaskan cruise, but it's definitely one that's on my list (hopefully soon). Do not worry the ships are definitely built to handle different temperatures. The staterooms have their own thermostat, I haven't had any troubles, but you can definitely speak to your cabin steward if you have any concerns. The ships will also be warm and snuggly so you should be just fine. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions.
Thank you so much!
Love this info, Grant, keep it coming! NCL cruise is coming up Mar 4-11 on Escape. Third NCL cruise, first time on Escape - can't wait! My husband & I try to eat low carb (keto) - is there an option for cauliflower "rice" or roasted cauliflower? (Yes, we know it's a cruise and yes, we will be deviating from our normal diet!) Thanks again!
Your going to love sailing on the NCL Escspe. Enjoy
Hi Hinde 👋 So nice to hear from you! Your cruise is coming up soon! I had a chance to talk to the Executive Chef on my last cruise and they can accommodate quite a number of requests. We spoke mainly about allergies, but they also do things like low sodium. So reach out to NCL in advance and find out about low carb options. You can also ask to speak to the allergy specialist on board, but it's good to let them know in advance! Hope this helps!
I was wondering the same about keto friendly options….
I just went on the Escape in early January.....I can't remember about cauliflower rice....I know there's ton of meat and veggies options...tons of rice and pasta too so beware and bread
The free dining options...savor and taste had dinner options of a meat and veggie that were great and you can order 2 dinner meals if you want to have enough food
Love your vids! Have you ever taken the NCL: London, Amsterdam, Belgium, Paris, Spain and Portugal cruise?
Hi Lauran 👋 Thanks for the comment. I'm so glad you're enjoying the channel, I have fun creating these videos too! I haven't done this cruise yet, but have looked at it a few times. Perhaps sometime soon? Have you booked this one?
@@CruisewithGrant Yes, with such an amazing itinerary, we had to! LOL! We're going in August!
I forgot to mention that the Bliss cruise also served a veggie burger, to order, which they made from "scratch", and it was fun watching the Chef making it. It, too, was delicious!
'Entertainment not always included'.😂😂😂
Yes! Someone appreciates my sense of humour 😜
Please tell me the pho is on the getaway?????
THE OBSERVATION LOUNGE....😛😛😛😛 Cheesecake and cookies allllll dayyyyyy....🥰
Which ship? We are getting ready to sail on the Bliss in March.
Hi Stephen 👋 I think someone might have a sweet tooth 😉 🍮🍨🍪🍰
I have never seen a crepe station. What ships? I prefer the tea time to lunch. YES scones and quiches. My husband loves the cookies which are only at tea time. (which they don't advertise)
Hi Ilene 👋 Go for a look in the evening in the buffet (sometimes you have to walk around a bit) and you should be able to find it on every ship. I've seen them on my last three cruises (Encore, Star, and Breakaway). I'm glad that you also are a fan of the tea time. Do you have any favourite scones? 😊
You had me at vegetarian broth! Does the NCL Sun have this Pho station? I am cruising to Alaska in October and would love to try some. I’m used to never being able to eat Pho since usually there’s no vegetarian or vegan options available at most restaurants, so that will be quite a treat.
Hi Lexa 👋 Right!?! I was very excited. While I'm not vegetarian I really try to veer more veggie than not these days. I"m not sure 100% if all ships have this station, but the last three I've been on (Encore, Star and Breakaway have) so my bet is that the Sun will too. Please be sure to let me know; along with any other vegan / vegetarian finds you the may make on your trip!
@@CruisewithGrant thank you! I have a few months to go but will definitely circle back!
Thank you for mentioning the noodle and Indian stations. We really enjoy Pho, Ramen and Indian cuisine. We are not big fans of buffets but we'll definitely make a stop. We are going on NCL in a few weeks. So excited. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Kalika 👋 You're most welcome! Always share good food with friends! You'll have to let me know what you thought. Have an amazing cruise! 🙌🏼 Where will you be headed on your trip?
I am cruising NCL Sun July 15. My travel partner just had to go out of town fir a family emergenCy. She is suppose to fly to Seattle for our cruise. Do you know what would happen if I show up but she doesn't. Everything is paid for
5) Pho, 4) Indian food, 3) Crepes, 2) Ice cream, 1) Tea Time snacks (pound cakes, scones, finger sandwiches)
I wish they would create or label items as gluten free. On previous NCL cruises when I ask the staff they are not sure.
Hi Andrew 👋 Thanks for the comment. This is an excellent comment! I'm sure you're not the only one who would appreciate some extra info as it relates to allergy alerts, ingredients, etc. I did have a great chat with the Executive Chef on my last cruise and they mentioned that you can definitely ask about the foods (you may have to ask for a supervisor) and if the version in the buffet doesn't meet your needs should be able to make you an allergen-free version of the dish.
Thanks Grant, agreed with all your tips
Hi Maria 👋 You're most welcome! I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos! Any cruises planned for you?
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Hi Felicia 👋 Yay for buffet 🙌
I have teenagers with an empty leg and are always hungry. Can you go in the buffet as many times as you want to get fruit/veggie, snacks and desserts?
Hi Aimee 👋 Thanks for the question. Haha! The buffet will definitely have your empty legged teenagers covered, you can have as many rounds as you'd like! They may also want to check out the 24/7 option O'Sheehan's / The Local. I've done some videos running down what's on offer on the menus there. I hope they're helpful (and don't make your teens too hungry! 😜)
As a vegetarian, one of the key things that sold me on booking the Bliss for this October was the Indian food in the buffet. I will definitely look for the pho and tea time scones too! 🍵
Hi Kate 👋 I know you'll enjoy, so many yummy choices! Where will you be sailing on the Bliss?
@@CruisewithGrant Alaska. I plan to spend a lot of time in the Observation Lounge 😁
Smoked Salmon scrambled eggs on a croissant for breakfast
I loved this video, however, I have some questions. First, I’ve only tried Indian food once years ago at a land restaurant. I did not like it. I’m sure there are some Indian foods that I would like, but I don’t understand the names they have posted. What do you suggest. I don’t like spicy foods. The second question is about pho. I’ve always wanted to try it, but again I really don’t know what I’m doing. I don’t know what is spicy and what isn’t. I’m also very intimidated ordering something I know nothing about.
Hi Tammy 👋 So nice to hear from you again! Totally fair, it can be intimidating to try new foods, particularly if they don't always agree with us. I definitely can only handle a little bit of spicy, so like you I'm cautious. I would definitely say if you're not sure just ask the buffet station staff; they have always been super helpful for me. In general I would say I haven't found many of the Indian dishes very spicy, same goes for the soup. The spicy bits for the soup are all add ons at the end so you're in full control. I hope that this helps! 😊
@@CruisewithGrant thank you so much for your response. I think I will try some on my next cruise. 😀
If you don’t like spicy food, then some mild Indian dishes that you might enjoy include korma, butter chicken and pasanda. All of those are aromatic and creamy rather than spicy. Naan breads are also really good and often come in many varieties including plain, garlic, and keema (with mince meat). Pilau rice is my favourite but they do other variations including plain. Vegetable or meat samosas are also tasty and not typically very spicy.
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Why can't they make a decent pizza on NCL. I've had better frozen pizza from the grocery store.
As a Brit, afternoon tea is a must. NCL do it ok, but not as good as Cunard and P&O.
Hi Roger 👋 I agree the tea is an essential part of the day. I've only tried the tea time on Holland America so perhaps one day I'll get to experience Cunard and P&O too. Do you have a particular part of tea that that's your favourite? I got to take part in my first "high tea" on a recent excursion in Bermuda. The fresh baked scones, clotted cream and jam were out of this world.
Pretzel rolls!
Hi LW 👋 Good eyes, okay despite my meticulous planning somehow I seem to have missed a photo of the O'Sheehan's version of the breakfast sandwich. The main dining sandwich kindly offered to step in, but you're right it was dressed in a pretzel bun 😉
Unfortunately, I need to avoid Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) as it will give me a migraine the next day. So I tend to shy away from hot dishes and dishes with chicken or breading at the Buffet, especially during the lunch and dinner hours. At least in the main dining room, I can ask that MSG be left out of my food.
Hi Betz Y 👋 Thanks for sharing your experience with your dietary restriction. I'm glad to hear that the dining rooms are good at accommodating what you need to help avoid migraines, not fun at all. Do you have any buffet recommendations for folks who may also be looking for no / low MSG?
@@CruisewithGrant sorry, as I just avoided eating at the buffet unless it was breakfast or fruit or salad or something where they were making it right there in front of me and I could ask if they used MSG. Italian dishes often don’t need MSG to enhance the flavor, except pizza often has it in the sausage. I did ok eating pizza at one of the included restaurants that had it by the slice. And like I said, I knew in the MDR or a specialty restaurant (We did Chops Steak house on Mariner of the Seas) I felt that it was easier to ask about ingredients or request it be left out. On my NCL cruise in Jan. 2024 I will try to ask more about MSG in the savory dishes at the buffet, especially those with chicken.