Desertbelle Posted February 29, 2016 #276 Share Posted February 29, 2016 What makes a Memphis style BBQ joint universally acceptable? I hate BBQ almost as much as I love sushi. Just saying. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drarill Posted February 29, 2016 #277 Share Posted February 29, 2016 According to the F&B Director (I asked him last week while we were onboard) The Porch is now the lunch venue on port days for those dining in Luminae. Also, if this has been noted already, my apologies, in almost all the Dailies last week, Sushi on 5 was constantly being advertised to try it before it's gone and as a "pop-up" restaurant.. which makes me wonder if they are testing the concept on Reflection and perhaps giving themselves an out should it not take off... I'll see if I have the dailies where this is indicated and will post here. Thanks for the info! The Porch is not an option for us, I'm extremely allergic to seafood. Won't mind if Sushi on five is really a pop up restaurant. We really liked BO5... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob the Cruiser Posted February 29, 2016 #278 Share Posted February 29, 2016 What makes a Memphis style BBQ joint universally acceptable? Because they haven't had Kansas City style BBQ. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise_Dancer Posted February 29, 2016 #279 Share Posted February 29, 2016 What makes a Memphis style BBQ joint universally acceptable? Honestly, probably nothing. I find it's more acceptable to more people since it's comfort food, but that also reflects my background and is hardly universal. Truly, I can't think of any cuisine that would be universal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted February 29, 2016 #280 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Honestly, probably nothing. I find it's more acceptable to more people since it's comfort food, but that also reflects my background and is hardly universal. Truly, I can't think of any cuisine that would be universal. PB&J sandwich? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertbelle Posted February 29, 2016 #281 Share Posted February 29, 2016 PB&J sandwich? :) Nope, I hate peanut butter and I imagine there are many who are allergic to peanuts. Ice cream is probably the only universally loved food. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bEwAbG Posted February 29, 2016 #282 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Ice cream is probably the only universally loved food. :D Lactose intolerance! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare SerraG Posted February 29, 2016 #283 Share Posted February 29, 2016 because they haven't had kansas city style bbq. :p +1 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare SerraG Posted February 29, 2016 #284 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Also, if this has been noted already, my apologies, in almost all the Dailies last week, Sushi on 5 was constantly being advertised to try it before it's gone and as a "pop-up" restaurant.. which makes me wonder if they are testing the concept on Reflection and perhaps giving themselves an out should it not take off... I'll see if I have the dailies where this is indicated and will post here. Oh, this is an interesting idea. I love the concept of a venue that hosts changing "pop-up" restaurants. This year it's a sushi place, but next year it's tapas and the year after that it's a BBQ place. What fun that would be! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsKNZ Posted February 29, 2016 #285 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Nope, I hate peanut butter and I imagine there are many who are allergic to peanuts. Ice cream is probably the only universally loved food. :D I can agree with this - PB&J seems uniquely American, not universal or even global [emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpwun Posted March 1, 2016 #286 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Just returned from the Feb 20 sailing on Reflection. During the cruise the Bistro on 5 was converted to Sushi on 5. Per Reflection personnel this is a "Pop UP" themed restaurant, meaning that it may stay, go or be relocated somewhere else on the ship. Our party enjoyed the sushi on two different occasions. Our waiter Willie was very attentive and entertaining. Prices were acceptable due to the purchase one roll and get a complimentary roll. The rolls are a good size and two are adequate for two people with average appetites. They also serve Japanese beers and Saki which if you have a Premium beverage card covers most all selections. I am not sure if this venue will be successful long term as the number of people visiting the restaurant appeared limited. It would be nice to open earlier, say around noon so passengers could enjoy dining there for lunch or just grabbing a quick bite to stay off the hunger pains until dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wine-O Posted March 1, 2016 #287 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I enjoyed the sushi they had at the Buffet. It was a great snack before dinner, but I won't pay for it now that they've moved it to the Bistro area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bklynbill Posted March 1, 2016 #288 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Did they do away with the free ngiri in the buffet? This sounds more like specialized rolls and something different? Sounds interesting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmp223 Posted March 1, 2016 #289 Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) According to the F&B Director (I asked him last week while we were onboard) The Porch is now the lunch venue on port days for those dining in Luminae. Also, if this has been noted already, my apologies, in almost all the Dailies last week, Sushi on 5 was constantly being advertised to try it before it's gone and as a "pop-up" restaurant.. which makes me wonder if they are testing the concept on Reflection and perhaps giving themselves an out should it not take off... I'll see if I have the dailies where this is indicated and will post here. From last week's dailies: Edited March 1, 2016 by dmp223 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmp223 Posted March 1, 2016 #290 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Did they do away with the free ngiri in the buffet? This sounds more like specialized rolls and something different? Sounds interesting... Oceanview is no longer offering sushi... they have replaced with deli selections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagoffee Posted March 1, 2016 #291 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Oceanview is no longer offering sushi... they have replaced with deli selections. When in the last time you were on a Solstice Class ship and which one was it? I am fairly certain that there has always been a deli selection. Perhaps you mean they just keep it as a deli instead of offering Sushi in the evening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAC69 Posted March 1, 2016 #292 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Oceanview is no longer offering sushi... they have replaced with deli selections. Can you better define "deli selections"? Is it now a specific deli station where they make to order or just build your own like they already have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excitedofharpenden Posted March 1, 2016 #293 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Thanks for posting. Now it's popped up I hope it pops back down again soon! Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty9 Posted March 1, 2016 #294 Share Posted March 1, 2016 A bar or counter that sells raw oysters and other seafood. How will they get fresh food for this raw bar? I love oysters and all those other raw items, but knowing that there's been problems with people getting sick on raw items, I wonder if X is prepared for such things happening? Lawsuits if someone gets sick on raw seafood? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertbelle Posted March 1, 2016 #295 Share Posted March 1, 2016 How will they get fresh food for this raw bar? I love oysters and all those other raw items, but knowing that there's been problems with people getting sick on raw items, I wonder if X is prepared for such things happening? Lawsuits if someone gets sick on raw seafood? I would imagine a huge company such as Celebrity has many qualified professionals, who are paid very well, who research all of these types of issues. No one wants people to get sick at their restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fogfog Posted March 1, 2016 #296 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Our best friends are on the Reflection and just emailed me that Bistro on 5 is now a sushi bar and The Porch is now a raw bar. Just thought I would pass the word around. Had read about this about a month ago--that it was changing. We like sushi and are fans of raw bar. Will be interested to try both locations--they will be "specialty" up charge eateries I believe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpletequila Posted March 1, 2016 #297 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Last week on Reflection, the Bistro on 5 was nearly empty most of the time. I thought it was closed but the staff was there waiting for diners. The Porch was dead too. So interesting. I went last November and both were full. I had to wait for a table at Bistro and The Porch couldn't accommodate me as a walk in. Also, I had been to Bistro when it was the $5 price and mainly crepes. This past cruise, I went there 4 times and thought it was incredible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpletequila Posted March 1, 2016 #298 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Does that mean they will do away with the free sushi from 5-8pm in the buffet area??? Good question. I'm going to guess yes......sadly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpletequila Posted March 1, 2016 #299 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Our best friends are on the Reflection and just emailed me that Bistro on 5 is now a sushi bar and The Porch is now a raw bar. Just thought I would pass the word around. When I went last November, The Porch wasn't really a raw bar. It was more a seafood place but either or, it is strange to make 2 places seafood focused. Seems like it's reducing variety a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpletequila Posted March 1, 2016 #300 Share Posted March 1, 2016 The way things have been going, my guess is that they are just going to transfer the Sushi from the buffet to the paid venue. I hope I'm wrong. The Sushi in the buffet is basically lox with ginger and wasabi. It's fine for a snack but nothing more than that. LOL!! Ding ding. My thoughts exactly. They'll add a few more to the selection but why would we expect it to be any better quality just because we're paying for it. Are they hiring sushi chefs for this restaurant? If so, I would change my opinion but somehow, I doubt they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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