USCG Teacher Posted June 9, 2022 Report Share Posted June 9, 2022 So, as a newly-minted suite haver, I am very excited to try out CK. Here's my dilemma: I love a soufflé for dessert, doubly so if it is not chocolate. The Grand Marnier Soufflé from the MDR is one of those "cruise items I must eat" items. It is served on night #2. If I let the CK staff know the night before of my irrational love of this dish, would it be problematic for the staff to get one for me? From what I've read, it is likely that they would certainly try, but the bigger issue here is I don't want to be "that guy." If it is a P.I.T.A. for them to do so, I'd be more than willing to just dine in the MDR that night. Alternatively, would it be an inconvenient ask to pop in the MDR after dinner and ask for a serving of soufflé to go? Looking for some experienced feedback here. I know how overstretched the crew is right now, and while I appreciate every staff member's efforts to provide top notch service, I also don't want to be stressing anyone out so I can get my sweet nom-nom on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda R Posted June 9, 2022 Report Share Posted June 9, 2022 I have not had problems with getting desserts to go. Get a couple and keep in your refrigerator in your cabin even! And I would ask in CK, they can always say no, but might surprise you and be able to get it for you. CruisingOz 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 I would say if you could try to pop in the MDR for dessert and get your Souffle(s) to go. You could even tell CK you need to leave early to get said dessert and they may acquire it for you. Pattycruise and USCG Teacher 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 I also love the Grand Marnier Souffle. I think it's the best dessert on the ship with the World (where it's available) running a close second. In the "old days" I would have said that it should be no problem asking the CK to please get the souffle for you from the MDR but it seems as though that may not be something they would do "these days". I suspect that the staffing shortage(s) would be the primary reason for limiting such cross-kitchen requests; their claim that it is a health hazard is BS but whatever their reasons, I imagine that you might get some pushback for asking to have the souffle served to you in the CK, I'm sorry to say. I agree with @Linda Rand @Ampurp85though. I see no reason why you couldn't get a dessert-to-go from the MDR although it might mean a bit of a wait. My recommendation would be to ask for room service to deliver the souffles to your suite since MDR room service is complimentary for suite guests. That way, they could bring it any time, even if you aren't there. Then you could enjoy it at your leisure. This method would eliminate the need for you to wait around for someone to bring it to you and then have to haul it back to your room. Just have them deliver it ! Ampurp85, Linda R, BrianB and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCG Teacher Posted June 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 30 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: My recommendation would be to ask for room service to deliver the souffles to your suite since MDR room service is complimentary for suite guests. That way, they could bring it any time, even if you aren't there. Then you could enjoy it at your leisure. This method would eliminate the need for you to wait around for someone to bring it to you and then have to haul it back to your room. Just have them deliver it ! And THIS is why I keep turning to you all for advice, I never would have thought of the room service option! So, it sounds like I'll go with asking Monday evening to start with (being sure to emphasize that I have a plan B if it is a big inconvenience), and if it is, I'll order a few through room service. Well done, team, and many thanks! BrianB, CruiseGus, KristiZ and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baked Alaska Posted June 11, 2022 Report Share Posted June 11, 2022 If you are in Starclass get it delivered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pooch Posted June 12, 2022 Report Share Posted June 12, 2022 Room Service is complementary for Sky class too. CruiseGus and USCG Teacher 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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