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Bermuda on the Breakaway 2014
The Mister and I cruised on the Breakaway the other week. I began a large writeup about what we did, but suddenly realized that I have no desire to do all of that writing this time. So I’ll create a few posts that focus on what we did at specific times instead of putting it all into one article. For the foodies out there, this one is for you.
The focus of these photos i on two meals. One in taste restaurant for lunch and the other in the Manhattan room. The Taste meal might be of particular interest to those who want to see what specific appetizers look like in this restaurant.
Enjoy!
7 Course Meal of Appetizers at Taste Restaurant on the Norwegian Breakaway
– Greek Salad 4 out of 5 stars.
Tasty without being too heavy on the Olive Oil Dressing.
– Hummus and Bagel Chips. 3 of 5.
I enjoyed the hummus and savory marinated vegetables. The chips were nice but I think that I like the idea of Bagel chips more than Bagel chips.
– Scallops and Garlic Bread. 2.5 of 5 stars.
My husband mentioned that the sauce used for the scallops seemed to be the same one used for the Escargot in Le Bistro and that it worked better with Escargot. I thought that it was flavorful but rather overpowering for such a light meal. The garlic bread was quite delicious. I could eat it all day, but I didn’t. This time.
– Atlantic Chowder Soup. 3.5 of 5.
Not memorable but good. A tasty soup that I wouldn’t hesitate to try again. Not overly seafoody, but still maintaining that essence.
– Vanilla Bean Creme Caramel (like Flan) 5 of 5.
Flan consistency. Very good with a vanilla twist on a classic. The topping was crunchy and added a nice variety of texture to the tasting palette.
– The Raspberry
– Popcorn Shrimp 2.5 of 5.
Nice and crunchy but I like my Popcorn shrimp with a little more shrimp and a bit more spice.
– Watermelon and Feta Cheese 4 of 5.
This concept went over well. The sweet of the watermelon, with the tang of the vinegar and lime and creaminess of the feta bits.
Dinner in the Manhattan Room
When wearing green…
Food on the Breakaway
7 Course Meal of Appetizers at Taste Restaurant
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Captain Evans Hoyt of the Norwegian Breakaway
Talking with Captain Evans Hoyt of the Norwegian Breakaway
On our recent cruise on the Norwegian Breakaway (second sailing to Bermuda out of New York…Woo Hoo) I had the chance to sit down and interview Captain Evans Hoyt who is quite honored to be chosen as one of the Captains on the newest ship in the fleet.
Captain Evans Hoyt is from Washington D.C. he grew up there having had family that worked in the state department.
He decided on this line on work when he was 17. He was trying to figure out what he was going to do with his life and since he’d always had a boat growing up this seemed like a good way to combine a passion and a way to make a living.
One of the things that he enjoys most about his job is being able to work with the quality of people that are working on ships these days. Along with bringing talented people together and making things work.
The thoughts he has for young people that are thinking of entering this field is this is to look into it because there are “excellent opportunities”. “There is a shortage of people wanting to go to sea so the opportunities are growing. The pay is going up and there’s the opportunity to save money.” He also mentioned that everything you do has an impact. In being a part of a team at sea you wind up “becoming an important part of everyone else’s life.”
When I asked him how he defines his command style he said that he has an “empathetic approach” however “when it comes to the safety side of things there are no compromises.” He believes in “creating a human environment and never losing sight of that because…happy ship, happy crew, happy guests.”
As to what he feels distinguishes Norwegian from other cruise lines there’s one reoccurring and much deserved theme that I hear from each Captain I’ve spoken to so far. The freestyle concept. “Freestyle first and foremost.” He mentioned that their style was “more cruise-centric” and that they try to view things from the “people side of the equation.”
Thank you Captain Evans!
Would you like to know more about Captain Evans and his team on the Norwegian Breakaway? Check out the link below to watch a Q&A session that happened on board during the May 19th sailing to Bermuda.
Video Below.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RN_FvqiPHZk
Norwegian Breakaway The Rockettes Dance Class and Q&A
How many times do you get to take lessons with and actually dance with the Rockettes? Very few. However that was one of the perks in sailing on the first six sailings out of New York on the Norwegian Breakaway, a full hour dance class with 2 of the high energy women that make up the team of the iconic Radio City Rockettes! And yes the class was free for all that wanted to join regardless of gender of age, all a part of the cool on board entertainment.
The Rockettes also did a question and answer session in the Atrium along with photo opportunities. Photos of the dance session are below and I’ll be adding the video soon.
It was pretty cool to have those two young ladies on board, and be able to learn more about their lives. They truly are athletes working out up to 7 days a week. While I’m sure that I’ll never be a Rockette it’s inspired me to continue my high kicks while practicing Tae Bo.
Video coming soon!
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