Esteemed group of world-renowned chefs earns accolades from
cruise authority
SEATTLE, Jan. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland
America Line's Culinary Council — a
team of world-class celebrity chefs — was named "Best Culinary
Initiative" in Porthole Cruise Magazine's 2016 Editor-in-Chief
Awards. The annual awards are chosen by Bill Panoff, the magazine's editor-in-chief and
publisher, who honors his favorite travel experiences that left an
impression in terms of service, quality and memorable moments.
The winners were announced in the Jan./Feb. 2017 issue of Porthole Cruise Magazine
that hit newsstands Jan. 10 and
online at Porthole.com.
"In partnership with our esteemed Culinary Council, Holland
America Line has continued to elevate its culinary program through
the guidance and influence of these talented chefs, and we're
honored to receive this award from someone as well-respected as
Bill," said Orlando Ashford,
president of Holland America Line. "Our Culinary Council is
one-of-a-kind in the cruise industry, and each member deserves this
award for their dedication and commitment to keeping us at the
forefront of innovation."
The Culinary Council is a collaboration of some of the greatest
international chefs, chaired by Holland America Line's Master Chef
Rudi Sodamin — a past recipient of
Panoff's "Best Cruise Line Chef" Editor-in-Chief Award. Sodamin
leads Jonnie Boer, David Burke, Elizabeth
Falkner and Jacques Torres in
providing guidance and advice about onboard menus and culinary
programming. The chefs also showcase signature dishes on board,
adding their own inspiration to the line's menus.
"Holland America Line's cuisine has impressed me time and again,
and I consider the line at the forefront of the cruise industry's
food and beverage offerings," said Panoff. "Lead by Master Chef
Rudi Sodamin, Holland America's
Culinary Council sets a high bar in terms of quality and
excellence. I commend the chefs, the initiative and, ultimately,
the culinary experience on board."
The bimonthly Porthole Cruise Magazine was established in 1993
and covers all aspects of cruise travel. The magazine serves as a
consumer cruise travel magazine for experienced and first-time
cruisers alike. Editorial emphasis is on cruise vacation
information, ship reviews, news, popular ports of call and travel
tips.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel professional, call 1-877-SAIL-HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the Holland
America Blog. Access all social media outlets via the Online
Communities quick link on the home page at hollandamerica.com.
About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland
America Line's fleet of 14 ships
offers more than 500 cruises to more than 400 ports in 98
countries, territories or dependencies around the world. From
shorter getaways to 113-day itineraries, the company's cruises
visit all seven continents with highlights including Antarctica explorations, South America circumnavigations and exotic
Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages; and
popular sailings to the Caribbean,
Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Bermuda, Europe and the Panama Canal. The line
currently has a new 2,650-guest ship, ms Koningsdam,
delivered in April 2016, as well as a
second Pinnacle Class ship, ms Nieuw Statendam, due for
delivery in November 2018.
The company recently announced $300
million in brand enhancements to secure its position as the
leader in premium cruising. Fleetwide, the ships feature innovative
initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on
destination immersion and personalized travel. Guests can expand
their knowledge onboard at an America's Test Kitchen show;
Explorations Café, powered by The New York
Times and Digital Workshop powered by Windows. Outstanding
entertainment fills each evening at venues including Lincoln Center
Stage, Billboard Onboard and B.B.
King's Blues Club. The dining experience can be savored at a
variety of restaurants with menus that feature selections from
Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council that comprises
world-famous chefs who design dishes exclusively for our
guests.
CONTACT:
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Andrews
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029
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EMAIL:
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