Cruising continues to rise in popularity across the globe, with millions of people around the world choosing a cruise for their vacation each year. One of the most important aspects of cruising for many passengers is the onboard dining, an area in which Holland America Line excels. Throughout the fleet Holland America offers top-notch Asian cuisine, French flavors, steakhouse fare, and Dutch favorites to their guests.
One of the most popular specialty options you will find onboard is Canaletto, offering flavorful Italian pastas, small plates, and delicious wines for pairing.
Canaletto Menu
Small Plates
ANTIPASTI PLATE
prosciutto di parma, finocchiona salami, truffle salami, terre ducali coppa, parmigiano reggiano, sicilian olives
CANALETTO SALAD
mixed lettuce, roasted beets, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, balsamic reduction
BURRATA
plum tomato salad, pistachio-garlic gremolata, extra virgin olive oil
GRILLED TIGER SHRIMP
salsa verde, fennel, lemon-herb grattato
VEAL AND SAGE MEATBALLS
glazed cipollini onions, rustic tomato sauce
Housemade Pastas & Entrées
SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP AND CLAMS
spaghetti chili, shrimp, clams, garlic
CASARECCE PESTO GENOVESE
roasted almonds, semi-dried cherry tomato, parmesan mussels, clams, langoustine, snapper
ITALIAN SAUSAGE PACCHERI
tomato, chili, black olives, pecorino romano cheese
MUSSEL, SCALLOP AND CALAMARI TRENETTE
seafood tomato reduction, lemon, anchovy-herb crumb
OSSOBUCO
mascarpone, saffron arborio risotto, asparagus, roasted carrots
BROILED LOBSTER TAILS
spaghetti with garlic and olive oil, asparagus, warm crab mayonnaise
HERB & PARMESAN-CRUSTED CHICKEN BREAST
haricot verts, fresh mozzarella, basil, roasted potatoes, crispy zucchini
CHIANTI-BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIB
shallots, onion, roasted butternut squash, vincotto
GRILLED SCAMPI
almond cream, baby spinach, roasted bell peppers
SEARED MEDITERRANEAN SEA BASS
fava bean purée, fresh ricotta, roasted vegetables, romesco
Desserts
TIRAMISU
mascarpone, espresso, chocolate
BAKED LEMON RICOTTA CHEESECAKE
mixed berries, galliano syrup, whipped cream
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT TART
nutella, chocolate sauce
AFFOGATO
malaga gelato, espresso, lemon zest
GELATO
malaga, pistachio or bacio
COFFEE
solo espresso
solo cappuccino
Cocktails
APEROL SPRITZ
aperol, prosecco
CANALETTO BELLINI
choice of peach, strawberry, or passion fruit purée
SPUMONI
de lijn gin, campari, grapefruit, tonic water
TUSCAN LEMON DROP
stoli citros vodka, limoncello, fresh lemon juice, rosemary
NEGRONI
campari, sweet vermouth, gin
Canaletto Pairing
Enjoy a classic beverage pairing with your dinner
APEROL SPRITZ
SANTA MARGHERITA PINOT GRIGIO
or
COPPO BARBERA D’ASTI
LIMONCELLO
Sparkling and White
- CA’ MARIAN PROSECCO, ITALY
- VEUVE CLIQUOT BRUT CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE
- STEMMARI MOSCATO, ITALY
- GÉRARD BERTRAND RÉSERVE CHARDONNAY, FRANCE
- SANTA MARGHERITA PINOT GRIGIO, ITALY
- CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE & DR. LOOSEN EROICA RIESLING, WASHINGTON
- CONUNDRUM BLEND, CALIFORNIA
- FEUDI DI SAN GREGORIO GRECO DI TUFO, ITALY
- PIO CESARE PIODILEI CHARDONNAY, ITALY
- D’AQUINO CHIANTI CLASSICO, ITALY
- FRESCOBALDI CASTIGLIONI CHIANTI, ITALY
- COPPO BARBERA D’ASTI, ITALY
- FRESCOLBALDI NIPOZZANO CHIANTI RISERVA, ITALY
- GÉRARD BERTRAND RÉSERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, FRANCE
- DECOY BY DUCKHORN CABERNET SAUVIGNON, FRANCE
- ALLEGRINI PALAZZO DELLA TORRE, ITALY
- RUfFINO MODUS TOSCANA, ITALY
- LUCE DELLA VITE TOSCANA, TUSCANY, ITALY
- ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE, ITALY
- ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA, ITALY
Digestivo
- GRAPPA DI ALEXANDEr
- LIMONCELLO
- SAMBUCA
- DISARONNO AMARETTO
- FRANGELICO
Beers
- PERONI
- AMSTEL LIGHT
- STELLA ARTOIS
- CORONA
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to book your cruise and try Canaletto for yourself, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the ships inside and out, and have an amazing relationship with Holland America. Our advisors will craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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