SANTA CLARITA, Calif., March 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- When
Caribbean Princess debuts from a two-week, multi-million-dollar renovation on April 6, Princess Cruises will have completed its largest food and beverage innovation to ever take place
during a drydock and guests will delight in seven new onboard dining destinations.
"Fresh, regionally-inspired and family friendly offerings were the inspiration behind our largest food and beverage makeover
ever," said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president. "With updated décor and designs that offer a
welcoming atmosphere, the seven new dining options aboard Caribbean Princess are sure to please any palate and delight the
senses."
The new dining options aboard Caribbean Princess include:
World Fresh Marketplace – Replacing Horizon Court (deck 14), World Fresh Marketplace unveils a completely new look and
improved layout, featuring freshly-made regional specialties and well-balanced food choices:
- Breakfast will include 24-hour cereal stations; a designer pancake station with "pancake of the day" stacks; unique hot
cereal offerings such as shrimp & grits and polenta porridge.
- Lunch serves up signature hand-crafted sandwiches, regionally inspired dishes and soups, as well as carvery selections of
specialty sausages, hams and roast meats.
- Dinner selections include breakfast at night with omelets and chicken & waffles, family kitchen comfort foods and a
kid-friendly PB&J bar. Night-time offerings will also include a live-action station with stir-fry and customized pasta,
plus composed salad choices.
Two Casual Specialty Restaurants - Café Caribe (deck 14 aft) transforms into two new, casual evening specialty
restaurants great for families with kids who want to enjoy a special meal in a nice, yet laid back setting. These options
include:
- Planks BBQ – serving up family-style "Planks" of loaded ribs, beef, sausages and chicken plus all the fixings –
fries, chili, coleslaw, charred toast and dill pickles. Dinner is served by wait staff for a cover charge of $12 per person. Complimentary buffet-style breakfast and lunch options include savory customizable breakfast
bowls and signature soup, freshly tossed salads and fork & knife sandwiches.
- Steamers Seafood – offers east coast-style Steamers with regional flair including Black & Blue Mussels, Scallops
& Sausage, Classic Clams, Shrimp and Sausage and Broiled Scallops, Shrimp and Crab-stuffed Flounder. Dinner is served by
wait staff for a cover charge of $12 per person. A delectable lobster tail and King Crab legs can
be added for $10. Complimentary buffet-style breakfast and lunch options include specialty egg
dishes and ramen bowls with regionally-inspired broths.
Top-Deck Dining Venues – Four Princess top-deck outdoor dining offerings will be revitalized, renamed and
enhanced, including:
- The Salty Dog Grill (formerly Trident Grill) – guests can indulge in "The Ernesto" burger, voted "#1 Burger at Sea"
by Cruise Critic from Chef Ernesto Uchimura, as well as signature Princess burgers
grilled up with 100 percent handmade beef patties and buns. In addition, guests can choose new Street Tacos of grilled
chipotle-lime chicken or roasted sweet potato-green chile with corn tortillas. Loaded fries in tempting varieties include chili
cheese and bacon & cheese. Classic hot dogs round out the menu offerings.
- Slice (formerly Pizzeria) – featuring west coast and east coast offerings, Princess guests will enjoy award-winning
signature classic Neapolitan-style pizza. New menu items include Deep Dish Focaccia layered with marinara, meatballs and
cheese, California Artisanal Toast including Cali-Avocado or Caprese, as well as Sliced Stromboli, an east coast take on an
Italian calzone filled with deli meats and cheese.
- Coffee & Cones (formerly Scoops) – offering treats of gourmet ice-cream sandwiches, complimentary ice
cream cones and now brewing specialty coffee on the top deck, serving New Grounds Crafted Coffee.
- The Mix (formerly Blackbeard's Bar) – the poolside bar will be updated and redesigned with vibrant colors (full
designs will be completed by fall 2017).
In addition to the food and beverage innovations, Caribbean Princess will emerge from drydock with new offerings appealing to
families, including Camp Discovery Youth & Teen Centers, upgraded Movies Under the Stars, Princess Luxury Bed and interconnecting staterooms, just in time for the upcoming Europe summer and fall Caribbean seasons. The cruise ship will also be
wired for the Ocean Medallion launch that will be available for the 2018 summer Caribbean season.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or
by visiting the company's website at princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise line and tour company operating a fleet
of 18 modern cruise ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities,
all provided with the experience of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 2
million guests each year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150 itineraries ranging in length from three
to 111 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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