Chef's Table on Coral Princess in Alaska for solo cruiser

[jez1967]

I am cruising solo on the Coral to Alaska in August. Am I able to do the Chef's table as a solo diner or do they require you to be a couple to make a reservation? Also I don't really drink wine and instead enjoy beer with my meals. I have heard you can opt out of the wine pairing for a reduced cost...is this true? I am fine to eat without having any beer but curious if it is possible to order drinks with the meal that are not included in the set beverage menu. Thanks as always for any info.

[Astro Flyer]

I am cruising solo on the Coral to Alaska in August. Am I able to do the Chef's table as a solo diner or do they require you to be a couple to make a reservation? Also I don't really drink wine and instead enjoy beer with my meals. I have heard you can opt out of the wine pairing for a reduced cost...is this true? I am fine to eat without having any beer but curious if it is possible to order drinks with the meal that are not included in the set beverage menu. Thanks as always for any info.

I've seen solo cruisers at our CTs & the pricing is per person & not per couple. Non married couples each receive a signed cookbook & a photo which is one per married couple. Not that we need 2 of the cookbooks but it's an example that solo passengers can go to the CT.

 

On the Coral the CT is $95 and if not drinking alcohol it's $75. I've never seen anyone having anything other than champagne during the galley tour & wine with the meal. You could ask onboard if other types of alcoholic drinks are an option but that's doubtful to me.

 

Even if it was possible for any passenger you're experience could be different. They may give staff some discretion however that can vary depending upon what the maître d' wants to do.

[Colo Cruiser]

I am cruising solo on the Coral to Alaska in August. Am I able to do the Chef's table as a solo diner or do they require you to be a couple to make a reservation? Also I don't really drink wine and instead enjoy beer with my meals. I have heard you can opt out of the wine pairing for a reduced cost...is this true? I am fine to eat without having any beer but curious if it is possible to order drinks with the meal that are not included in the set beverage menu. Thanks as always for any info.

 

You can sign up solo. Do its ASAP after boarding.

[JF - retired RRT]

On the Coral the CT is $95 and if not drinking alcohol it's $75.

We did the Chef's Table on the Crown last Nov/Dec and I'm pretty sure we paid $85pp for the no wine option.

[Astro Flyer]

We did the Chef's Table on the Crown last Nov/Dec and I'm pretty sure we paid $85pp for the no wine option.

 

Thanks...you're experience is more recent than mine so I'm positive that you're correct.

[Treven]

I did the Chefs Table as a solo traveler; didn't have a bit of a problem, other than the $95 price tag:D. Seriously though, as a once in a while indulgence, the cost isn't outlandish.

[NavyVeteran]

DW and I were on a cruise, and she wasn't interested in the Chef's Table. However I was. So I signed up and went by myself, and she ate by herself without me. There is absolutely no problem going as a single.

[floridafamilyof5]

excuse my ignorance, what is Chef's table? cruising on Coral Princess to Alaska in July 2017

[Astro Flyer]

excuse my ignorance, what is Chef's table? cruising on Coral Princess to Alaska in July 2017

Here's the description from the Princess website which on the Coral is $95 per person & by searching this forum you could find more information.

 

http://www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/ships/products/dining-specialty/chefs-table-experience.html

 

"Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. Each couple receives a personalized autographed copy of Princess’ best-selling cookbook, a handwritten copy of the special menu and a complimentary photo.

 

Limited capacity, reservations required. Additional charge applies. Not available on Sun Princess® and Sea Princess® while in Australia".

Edited July 19, 2017 by Astro Flyer

[floridafamilyof5]

thank you!