Food on Ships - Question?

Howard Garland wrote:
Sorry Jodan, I guess you misunderstood my question. I asked for
comments on "Carnival Legend or Spirit or Pride" as compared with
ships
on other lines. Thanks.

Howard

Jordan Zimmerman wrote:
I would like to direct a specific question to only those of your who
have actually sailed on the Carnival Spirit, Pride, or Legend as
well as one or more other ships in the Celebrity, RCCL, HAL,
Princess, or NCL
lines during the past two years.


We've cruised on the Legend of the Seas and the Celebrity Mercury.

In terms of atmosphere, the Legend is brighter and more glamorous
than the Mercury. The Mercury has the feeling of a cozy, warm club
whereas the Legend has the feeling of glitzy ballroom.

In terms of food:

The Legend food was bad to mediocre. It was typical of mass produced,
cafeteria food. Most of it was very basic and bland with a few above
average dishes. This was for dinner. For breakfast and lunch, it was
even worse. Of course, this depends on your palate. I am a "foodie"
and like haute cuisine. Many people, are "meat and potatoes" people
and are more interested in atmosphere and service. If you are the
latter, the Legend will be more than fine for you.

The Mercury dinners were very good to excellent. We were very
surprised. Before the cruise, we'd heard mixed reviews, but the
dinners invariably exceeded our expectations. The plates were always
beautifully dressed and there was always interesting menu choices
(cold fruit soups, pates, etc.). We also preferred the coziness of
the Mercury dining room. Lunch and breakfast on the Mercury weren't
as good, but were acceptable (about the same as on the Legend).

But I appreciated your observations. Thanks Jordan.

Cheryl