Carnival Sunshine (Part 2)- The YUM

This is Part 2 of my wonderful Carnival Sunshine Cruising experience. Read all about the FUN in my first post.

I think people have a misconception about the food on cruises…that it is all about all you can eat pizza and ice cream.

Well I am hear to tell you, sure you can get all you can eat ice cream and pizza, but the food on the Carnival Sunshine is sooooooo much more.
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Here are a few fun facts..

In the first year of service of The Carnival Sunshine…Guests will devour 188,000 Servings of the cruise industry’s most popular dessert, the Chocolate Melting Cake, along with 270,000 pizzas and 115,000 cappuccinos.

More than 18,000 means will be served in the Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse

Chefs in the vessel’s galley will use approximately 17,000 pounds of flour

Let me take you on a tour of some of the unreal gastronomic delights.

Ji Ji Asian Kitchen– A full-service restaurant featuring an extensive menu of delicacies from the Far East.
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Slow-Braised Wagyu Beef Short Ribs

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Chicken Spring Rolls

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Guy’s Burger Joint– A free-of-charge poolside spot developed in partnership with
Food Network personality Guy Fieri serving hand-crafted burgers and fresh-cut fries.
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Cucina del Capitano– offering Italian favorites and new Carnival classics serves family-style in a cozy Italian home atmosphere.

Chicken Parmesan

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Brasato al barolo – Braised Short Ribs in Rich Red Barolo Wine Sauce, Topped with Crusted Almond’s and Olive Oil Cream

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Rosemary Potatoes

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Salmone alla griglia-Hand-Trimmed Grilled Salmon Fillet Served with Roasted Potatoes, Endive, Charred Tomato and Lemon

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Il capitano’s signature arancini-Fried Risotto Balls, Piled High with Baby Arugula and Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Served over
Tomato Sauce

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Antipasti-Marinated Olives, Tomato and Zucchini Tartar, Sicilian Fig Olive Basil Tapenade, Eggplant Caponata, Roasted Pepper alla Nonna, Cured Prosciutto, Mushrooms and Marinated Vegetables, Served with Grilled Italian Bread

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Calamari Fritti-Crispy Calamari Rings, Topped with Cured Tomatoes, Charred Lime and Sea Salt, Served with Marinara Sauce

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Insalata Caprese-The Colors of Italy, Sliced Tomato and fresh Mozzarella, Served with Cracked Peppercorn, Basil, Pesto Purée, Balsamic Vinaigrette and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Nonna’s Meatballs- Hand made with Olive Oil Sautéed Garlic and Onion, Baked with Fresh Mozzarella, Served over the Captain’s Tomato Sauce

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BlueIguana Cantina– a complementary poolside Mexican Eatery where guests can enjoy authentic,freshly made burritos and tacos on homemade tortillas.
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JavaBlue Cafe– offering lattes, cappuccinos, and other caffeinated favorites, as well as “spiked” coffees.
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Pizzeria del Capitano– an expansion of Cucina del Capitano offering five varieties of hand-tossed artisanal-syne pizza, all available free of charge 24 hours a day.
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Fahrenheit 555– A classic American steakhouse offering mouth-watering steaks, gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts, with impeccable service.
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Surf and Turf

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CHEESECAKE..the size of your head!

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Shake Spot– your go to spot where you can enjoy hand-crafted milkshakes and floats, including “adult versions”!
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Bonsai Sushi– a full-serivce sushi restaurant offering delicious Asian-inspired delicacies like sushi,sashimi,rolls and more
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The Lido Marketplace– A casual poolside eatery offering an array of International favorites, from panini and 24 hour pizza, a Mongolian Wok station, American-style “comfort food” such as fried chicken and mac n’ cheese and just about everything in between.

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Serenity- Salads, sandwiches, wraps and other light fare available on sea days at the ship’s exclusive adults-only retreat.

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The Taste Bar– Complimentary bite-size offerings inspired by popular Carnival dining venues.

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Of course there is the main dinning room–
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And lastly let me tell you about one of the best eating experiences I have ever had in my life….
Chef’s Table
Be treated to a culinary experience of a lifetime, culminating in a sumptuous multicourse dinner hosted by one of our master chefs. The VIP experience starts with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for a select group of 14, followed by a tour to see the galley in operation. The evening concludes with a mind-blowing full-service dinner of amazing appetizers, entrees and desserts not found on our regular dining menus. $75 per person. Worth every penny.
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Say hi to Executive Chef Joaquim Dias

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Beef Carpaccio with apple bacon

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Salmon Tarter Cone.

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Mango Sphere with Rosemary Biscuit

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This is Madhu- Theeeee Pastry Chef

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Two Tomato Bisque

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Beet Blanket, Spiced Grape Tea- Asparagus Cauliflower,Honey Carrot Tian, Mache, Lemon Streusel

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Crab Stack- Corn Custard,Polenta Cracker,Tangerine,Passion Caviar

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Wagyu- Bone Marrow Souffle,Scallion & Garlic Panisse,Gremolata Crisp

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Sea Bass- Chorizo Crust,Fried Pop Corn Pudding,Lemon Macaroon, Lobster Foam

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Sea Salt Praline Chocolate,Raspberry Mojito,Key Lime Cake, Apricot Vanilla Gel, Citrus Cream

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I hope you enjoyed my journey on the Carnival Sunshine as much as I did!!!!

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*I was a guest of Carnival to experience all that the Carnival Sunshine has to offer. All opinions are 100% mine.*