Luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has created a reputation for offering a highly exclusive and elevated product to their cruise guests. Passengers will enjoy lavish inclusions from upgraded amenities, to world-class service, to fine dining throughout the ship. There are several onboard restaurant options including Umi Uma by Nobu, and a Tastes Kitchen, a delicious lunch spot with globally inspired dishes. One of the most popular dining venues is Osteria d’Ovidio, the Italian restaurant onboard.
Traditional Dishes With an Elevated Twist
Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the world, and Osteria d’Ovidio brings guests traditional dishes with an elevated twist and a modern presentation. Menu highlights include: Lobster with Tomato Essence and Basil Olive Oil; Lamb with Sweet Onions and Balsamic Vinegar; Eggplant Confit; and Beef Tartare with Mustard Sauce, Truffle, and an Oregano Cracker.
Osteria d’Ovidio is included with the price of your fare, but limited to a set amount of nights, dependent on the length of your cruise.
Dinner Menu
– STARTERS –
ASTICE
lobster in “acquasale”, tomato essence, basil olive oil
BACCALA
steamed cod, potato foam, rosemary, trout roe
BATTUTA DI FASSONA PIEMONTESE
hand-chopped fassona piemontese beef tartare, mustard sauce, truffle, oregano cracker
MELANZANA
eggplant confit, smoked tomato sauce, mozzarella di bufala
– PASTA AND RISOTTO –
RISOTTO AGLI SCAMPI
risotto with scampi, caramelized onion, malga butter
SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO FIASCHETTO
spaghetti with “fiaschetto di torre guaceto” tomato sauce, caciocavallo podolico cheese
TORTELLO DI STRACOTTO DI MANZO
tortello pasta filled with braised beef, figs, vincotto, gorgonzola cheese
CHICCHE DI PATATE CON PORCINI E LIQUIRIZIA
potato gnocchi with porcini mushroom ragout, liquorice, pecorino romano fondue
MINESTRONE
seasonal vegetable stew, basil jus, 24 months parmigiano reggiano
– MAIN COURSE –
COSTOLETTA ALLA MILANESE
veal chop, lime mayonnaise, vegetable misticanza, saffron citronette
FILETTO DI SPIGOLA COTTO AL SALE
salt baked sea bass, tarragon sauce, swiss chard
AGNELLO
lamb, sweet onion, balsamic, vinegar, sea asparagus
PETTO D’ANATRA
duck breast, red wine sauce, cashew nuts, beetroot
– SIDES –
SEASONAL SALAD
SAUTEED VEGETABLES
ROASTED POTATOES
– DESSERT –
CROSTATINA ALLA FRUTTA E VERDURA
fruit and vegetable crostatina, fior di latte ice cream
CAFFE, NACCIOLA E CARAMELLA SALATO
coffee foam, hazelnut ice cream, and salted caramel
MOUSSE AL CIOCCOLATO
ivoire 35% nyangbo 68% and gianduja valhrona chocolate, almond ice cream, candied orange
SELECTION OF ITALIAN CHEESE
Booking Your Cruise
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