Chef's Table Sign-up

[Av8tor]

I know that sign-up for Chef's Table is 1st come-1st serve, but is there a preferred way to actually sign-up?

 

Is signing-up in person at the Maitre'd table that is usually set up in the photo gallery area during embarkation better than using the "DINE" telephone line?

 

Thanks & Happy Sailing,

 

Paul

[Colo Cruiser]

I know that sign-up for Chef's Table is 1st come-1st serve, but is there a preferred way to actually sign-up?

 

Is signing-up in person at the Maitre'd table that is usually set up in the photo gallery area during embarkation better than using the "DINE" telephone line?

 

Thanks & Happy Sailing,

 

Paul

 

I would go to the Pursers desk immediatley and call the DINE line as the MD will not be set up until later in the day.

[Av8tor]

Thanks Colorado,

 

Just curious, but why call the DINE line from the Purser's desk rather than calling from your own cabin?

 

Paul

[Colo Cruiser]

Thanks Colorado,

 

Just curious, but why call the DINE line from the Purser's desk rather than calling from your own cabin?

 

Paul

 

 

No I meant go to the pursers desk to request the Chefs table and call from your cabin as well if need be. :)

[Lynda90]

I called the dining room reservations line as soon as I borded and got in. It fills up very quickly so don't be surprised if it's already full by the time you get to it. Purser's desk does not have anything to do with this and will not help you with this one as you need to call. At least that's the way it was on the Ruby inaugural and the second cruise as well.

[Av8tor]

Thanks Lynda

[Colo Cruiser]

I called the dining room reservations line as soon as I borded and got in. It fills up very quickly so don't be surprised if it's already full by the time you get to it. Purser's desk does not have anything to do with this and will not help you with this one as you need to call. At least that's the way it was on the Ruby inaugural and the second cruise as well.

 

Pursers desk has direct contact with the MD and will put a person on the list. ;)

[Shogun]

Hi There,

 

From what others have said I think the only way to get a place is to do a b2b and sign up when all others have left the ship.

 

Still on the wait list

 

 

yours Shogun

[Sox Fan Cruiser]

Purser's desk would not help us with Chef's Table. We signed up for the Ultimate Ship Tour with the purser's desk but had to call the DINE line for Chef's Table.

 

We were 3rd & 4th for the Tour and 1st & 2nd for the Table. We got both!

 

It helps being Elite or Platinum as you get on the ship first (if you arrive early) and get on the list earlier.

[Ggrrrr]

Hi... I was on the December 6 cruise. I was on board at 12:15 and called as soon as I got to my cabin. I got right through and ended up being accepted. We were told that 144 people had been signed up and that they did 2 tables of 12 people.

 

Gary

[Lynda90]

Purser's desk would not help us with Chef's Table. We signed up for the Ultimate Ship Tour with the purser's desk but had to call the DINE line for Chef's Table.

 

We were 3rd & 4th for the Tour and 1st & 2nd for the Table. We got both!

 

It helps being Elite or Platinum as you get on the ship first (if you arrive early) and get on the list earlier.

That's exactly my opinion. DINE line for Chef's Table and purser's desk for UST. And how true about being Elite or Platinum, although Elite have even a better chance since they board before Platinum.

[karmacruiser]

We boarded early on the CB last month, we were in our cabin by 12:15 but the dine line wasnt working yet. We kept calling and finally around 1:15 or so, we were able to get a live person and sign up. They did two nights but I didn't hear if any were turned away.

[Iamcruzin]

How many times during the week

do they have the Chef's table on a 7 day cruise?

[ktdidit]

The DINE line wasn't working the day we boarded the ship so we went to the table where people were making reservations for Sabatini's and requested a reservation for the Chef's Table. We got in so it worked for us. Good luck!

[beckcab]

The MD had a set up I believe in the Island dining room in August. We went there as soon as we boarded and got the Chef's Table. We were the last two to be accepted. On that cruise there was only one Chef's Table.

[Sox Fan Cruiser]

They now have two chef's tables on a 7 day. They had 8 people each night.

[Hoosier Cruise]

Know that not all cruises fill up for the Chef's table. On the Nov 30th CB cruise, we didn't sign up until 4pm on the first day. We ended up with 10 people at our dinner and the second Chef's table only had 8.

[Colo Cruiser]

Pursers desk has direct contact with the MD and will put a person on the list. ;)

 

 

Like I said do both to cover the bases.

Pursers desk took care of this for us.

[DRW]

Is The Chef's Table available on the Coral yet? We are sailing Feb. 13.

[Auntiejo]

Anyone know how many Chef's Tables they do on a 12 day cruise?

[luvz2run2000]

Ok, I'm new to Princess. Will someone please tell me what Chef's Table is? Thanks!

[ModelDoc]

News Article

 

1/2/2008

 

 

Princess' New Chef's Table Dinners to Roll Out Fleetwide

Private Gastronomic Gathering a Resounding Success with Culinary Enthusiasts

 

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (January 2, 2008) - Princess' Chef's Table, the exclusive dining experience that debuted to rave reviews earlier this year aboard Emerald Princess, will now be introduced across the line's fleet.

Currently available on Emerald Princess, Crown Princess and Caribbean Princess, the Chef's Table is scheduled to debut aboard most vessels in the fleet in early 2008. The line's smaller ships, Tahitian Princess, Pacific Princess and Royal Princess are not part of the initial roll-out but may offer the program at a later date.

Designed as a unique treat for "foodies," Chef's Table experience offers a select group of gourmets the rare opportunity to be welcomed into the inner sanctum of the ship's galley to enjoy a full evening of memorable sights, tastes and conversation hosted by the executive chef. While many passengers are able to enjoy galley tours during the quiet off-hours, the Chef's Table experience takes interested diners behind the scenes during the height of dinner preparation where they'll also enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a special multi-course tasting dinner paired with selected wines in the dining room.

Participants in Emerald Princess' first season of Chef's Table evenings may have felt like dining room celebrities as other passengers stopped to snap pictures and admire the striking table set-up and unique menu selections.

"We knew many of our guests would enjoy this unusual close-up view of our culinary operations, but we were truly surprised by the tremendous interest - it's sold out every cruise," said Rai Caluori, Princess' executive vice president of fleet operations. "Hosting the Chef's Table requires an impressive level of dedication from our talented culinary team, but they've committed to offering it on rest of our fleet because we wanted to offer as many guests as possible the opportunity to enjoy this exclusive culinary experience."

The Chef's Table begins when the Maitre d' personally escorts the passengers to the galley where they can observe the bustle of dinner-hour preparations and meet the executive chef, plus enjoy French champagne with appetizers. The chef previews the details of the menu he created for that evening, and the group is welcomed to their special table in the dining room. The multi-course menu is specially created by the chef, and is not offered anywhere else on the ship. The fare might include anything from a focus on regional cuisine to a showcase of indigenous ingredients from a recent port. Each course is accompanied by a detailed explanation of special features, preparation methods, and tasting suggestions. Specially selected wines complement the meal. During the dessert course, the chef rejoins the group at their private table to participate in a discussion about the evening's meal, answer questions, and share culinary secrets perfected during many years of experience at sea and on land.

Additionally, each couple at the Chef's Table will receive a personalized autographed copy of Princess' best-selling cookbook, Courses, A Culinary Journey, which has sold more than 100,000 copies worldwide and is available on amazon.com. Guests will also enjoy a complimentary photo taken at the private table with the chef.

The Chef's Table experience can be reserved by up to 10 passengers per night, at a cost of $75 per person. Reservations are made onboard through the ship's DINE telephone line or in person at the dining reservations table set up on the first day of the cruise. 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 www.princess.com.

 

Angela :)

[cruisesoon]

Does anyone know which ships now have Chef's table? We will be going on the Diamond soon and don't think they have it yet. Does anyone know when they will get it?

[mii]

Anyone know how many Chef's Tables they do on a 12 day cruise?

 

No they do not have it yet. supposed to be in the fall of 2009.

 

Marilyn

[Auntiejo]

No they do not have it yet. supposed to be in the fall of 2009.

 

Marilyn

 

I'm on the Ruby Med in May - Ruby has Chef's table. I guess I'll have to wait and see how many they do on a 12-day - I'm guessing 3?