Tag: Culinary Arts Center

Journalist Jason Leppert from Popular Cruising is onboard Veendam this week in Canada and New England, and he’s blogging from the ship.

On every Holland America Line cruise, an array of activities are offered to entertain, enlighten and educate guests. From lectures by local historians, martini tastings and On Location events to “Dancing with the Stars: At Sea” lessons and Digital Workshop powered by Windows classes, there’s something for everyone.

Many travelers dream of a longer cruise that feature dozens of ports in several countries or, perhaps, a stretch of leisurely and relaxing days at sea to take in all that the ships have to offer.

As part of the “On Location” enrichment program that brings local experiences onboard every cruise, Holland America Line welcomed Chef Natacha Gomez on Westerdam last week in the Caribbean.

Empanadas are meat pies popular throughout the Latin world. They probably originated in Galicia in the northwest corner of Spain.

It’s the holiday season, which is one of the most exciting times of the year for those who like to throw a holiday party.

Do you like to cook or do you prefer to watch the professionals work their magic? At Holland America Line’s Culinary Arts Center onboard each ship, you can do both! And in 2014 the line is featuring an impressive roster of celebrated chefs, authors and epicures scheduled to sail as part of the Culinary Arts…   read more of “Set Sail with…”

Cuisine is an important part of every vacation, and no more so than on a Holland America Line cruise. From casual dining in the Lido to culinary creations by celebrity chefs, each dining experience is a gastronomic event. Do you like to dine on regional specialties and exotic flavors or do you tend to stick…   read more of “A World of Culinary…”