From the seven courses of the Captain's Gala Dinner to the courses traveled while visiting more than 250 ports of call around the world, COURSES A Culinary Journey symbolizes Princess Cruises dedication and commitment to excellence in the culinary arts. This book is fruition of an ensemble of experts representing 28 nationalities, who have exemplified the best of the best in food and beverage for more than a quarter of a century. It illustrates how each meal is a culmination of our passion and skill, and how our love for food is expressed by cooking for our passengers as though they are family. The recipes evolved from stacks of paper, scribbled notes and the creative obsession of our chefs. We have included the most frequently requested dishes along with our special signature delicacies, and have shared with you our time-tested personal secrets of both their prepartation and presentaion. In Courses, the food is the hero as depicted by the clean, dramatic photography. Behind-the-scene documentary-style images unfold in crisp black and white to recreate the atmosphere of sparkling stainless steel galleys and richly appointed dining rooms where chefs and waiters perform a meticulously choreographed production. An now, Princess Cruises has added a new port of call...your kitchen. We invite you to share these meals and your memories with family and friends. COURSES A Culinary Journey. Let our passion be your inspiration.