Lauded by Thomas Keller, published by Rizzoli, and honored with a slew of international gastronomic awards, Rudi Sodamin, Holland America Line’s master chef, is often happiest with a cheeseboard and fine bottle of wine. When I catch up with him in Marbella, Spain — he’s on holiday after disembarking in Amsterdam—the Austrian-born chef with the… read more of “Executive Chef Rudi…”
Calling all foodies and aspiring chefs who want to cook like a pro at home! Following the success of the 2018 series, we’re thrilled to announce dates for our 2019 Food & Beverage Aficionado Cruises that showcase the talents of the members of our Culinary Council, Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff and Chateau Ste. Michelle winemaker… read more of “2019 Food &…”
Holland America Line’s Master Chef and Culinary Council Chairman Rudi Sodamin recently sailed on his Food & Beverage Aficionado Cruise aboard Koningsdam. While onboard, Rudi did a cooking demonstration, question & answer session and hosted his Chef’s Table Dinner at Rudi’s Sel De Mer, his namesake dining venue. Guests experienced one of Rudi’s famous Food… read more of “Recipe: Master Chef…”
Holland America Line is introducing Food & Beverage Aficionado Cruises in 2018 that showcase the talents of the members of its esteemed Culinary Council, Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff, and the premium line’s wine curator and winemaker partners. The Culinary Council comprises a collection of elite international celebrity chefs who bring global influence to every dining… read more of “New Food &…”
Holland America Line revealed exciting initiatives that include a new focus for its award-winning Culinary Council, the addition of a Culinary Council member and a new partnership with the world’s most famous wine critic. Holland America Line is cultivating the expertise of the seven members of its award-winning Culinary Council by entrusting each chef with… read more of “Holland America…”
Holland America Line’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin just released his latest culinary masterpiece, an art table book called “Food Faces” that features more than 150 vibrant images of edible creations that display a cast of unforgettable characters expressing a whimsical spectrum of human emotion. Sodamin began to design and photograph his stylized Food Faces several… read more of “Master Chef and…”
Holland America Line is amplifying the star power on its award-winning Culinary Council with the addition of Seattle chef Ethan Stowell. The Seattle-based premium cruise line chose the hometown chef to enhance its culinary offerings aboard its fleet of 14 ships, including the line’s newest ship Nieuw Statendam, which begins sailing Dec. 5, 2018. Stowell… read more of “Holland America…”
Thanksgiving in the United States is a time to reflect on all of the things we have to be grateful for. Friends and family come together to celebrate the holiday, cooking a feast of turkey, stuffing, mashed and sweet potatoes, greenbean and corn casseroles and so many other delicious dishes. If you have a sweet… read more of “Rudi’s…”
