{"id":82917,"date":"2025-09-03T10:56:35","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T17:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=82917"},"modified":"2025-09-03T11:15:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T18:15:42","slug":"exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-on-board-holland-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/travel-inspiration\/featured-travel-inspiration\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-on-board-holland-america\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring the Diverse Cuisine On Board Holland America"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>At Holland America, our cuisine goes beyond the plate. From classic favorites and regionally inspired cuisine to artisanal breads and handcrafted pastas <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/dining\/made-fresh-daily?xid=EXTHBG20250902CAX5LRWFPI\">made fresh daily<\/a> on board, our onboard dining is a door to different cultures \u2014 filled with history, traditions, and sometimes adventure.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Destination Dining\u2122<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Cruise dining.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>With fresh local ingredients sourced from trusted purveyors, our Destination Dining\u2122 tells the story of each region through its unique flavors \u2014 from fresh-caught North Sea cod to locally made South American empanadas. Savor the flavors of your destination with reindeer sausage in Alaska, Jamaican \u201cbammies\u201d (flatbreads) in the Caribbean, Prince Edward Island mussels in Canada &amp; New England, and so much more.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Global Fresh Fish Program &amp; Sustainable Seafood<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>Our Global Fresh Fish Program offers more than 80 varieties of fresh fish, sourced locally from across our worldwide network and delivered from port to plate in 48 hours or less. Holland America is also the only cruise line triple-certified for sustainably sourced seafood in Alaska and other global ports of call \u2014 an industry first that reinforces our fresh, local, sustainable approach to dining.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#dce3eb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;\"><p>Ready to plan an unforgettable journey? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?xid=EXTHBG20250902Q69E7LK0L8\">Book a cruise<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Where to Find the Best Food On Board Our Cruise Ships<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h3>Specialty Restaurants (charges apply ):<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Pinnacle Grill<\/b> \u2013 Steakhouse excellence paired with regional wines<\/li>\n<li><b>Morimoto by Sea<\/b> \u2013 Chef Masaharu Morimoto\u2019s artful seafood<\/li>\n<li><b>Canaletto<\/b> \u2013 Elevated Italian comfort fare<\/li>\n<li><b>Tamarind<\/b> \u2013 A celebration of Southeast Asian flavors<\/li>\n<li><b>Rudi\u2019s Sel de Mer<\/b> \u2013 An innovative Mediterranean bistro<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Seafood cooked and served together with seasonings and sauces.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3>Casual Dining &amp; Quick Favorites (included in your cruise fare):<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>The Dining Room<\/b> \u2013 Classic, multicourse menus in a refined setting<\/li>\n<li><b>Lido Market<\/b> \u2013 International bites in a modern buffet<\/li>\n<li><b>DiveIn<\/b> \u2013 Poolside burgers and dogs<\/li>\n<li><b>Deli &amp; Pizza<\/b> \u2013 Freshly made New York\u2013style slices<\/li>\n<li><b>24-Hour Room Service<\/b> \u2013 Anytime meals, anytime mood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Chocolate bomb with berries plate.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/exploring-the-diverse-cuisine-onboard-a-holland-america-cruise-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h3>Specialty Caf\u00e9s &amp; Sweet Treats:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Grand Dutch Caf\u00e9<\/b> \u2013 Dutch snacks, beers, and espresso drinks<\/li>\n<li><b>Crow\u2019s Nest Caf\u00e9<\/b> \u2013 Treats with a view<\/li>\n<li><b>Library Caf\u00e9<\/b> \u2013 Coffee and book nook combo<\/li>\n<li><b>Gelato &amp; Fresh Juice Bar<\/b> \u2013 Onboard indulgences on select ships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Culinary Ambassador Cruises<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p>These special sailings feature some of the world\u2019s most renowned chefs and beverage experts and include live cooking demonstrations, intimate coffee chats, curated menus, and other exclusive onboard experiences with such renowned culinary masters as chocolatier Jacques Torres and our own Global Fresh Fish Ambassador, Chef Masaharu Morimoto.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Final Course: Savour the Journey<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/dining?msockid=1bcb9a2fb777691d039b8c7cb6cd68ed&amp;xid=EXTHBG202509029N6BHZGNOK\">Destination Dining\u2122<\/a> that captures the essence of each destination to authentic regional dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, with Holland America, your plate becomes a passport to flavor.<\/p>\n<p>With a first-of-its-kind Global Fresh Fish Program, you\u2019ll taste seafood that was caught less than 48 hours earlier. And as the only cruise line triple-certified in sustainable seafood sourcing, we\u2019re committed to ensuring that those flavors are responsibly enjoyed for generations to come. Add to that bread and pasta made fresh daily and world-renowned Culinary Ambassadors highlighting local specialties, and you\u2019ve got an unforgettable journey for the senses.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re searching for the cruise with the best food, Holland America invites you to come aboard, discover local cuisine that goes beyond the plate, and savour the journey with each delicious bite.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p>What\u2019s your favorite dish or dining memory on board Holland America? Share your story in the comments!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Access Exclusive Deals &amp; More<\/h3>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/sign-up?xid=EXTHBG20250902XW8K80DVH0 \"><span class=\"fusion-button-text\">Sign Up for Special Offers<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1993,"featured_media":82920,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[54,39],"tags":[4388,4386,4387],"class_list":["post-82917","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-featured-travel-inspiration","category-life-on-board","tag-cruise-ship-meals","tag-cruise-with-best-food","tag-food-on-cruise-ships"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82917","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1993"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82917"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82917\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82937,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82917\/revisions\/82937"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82920"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82917"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82917"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82917"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}