Holland America Line to open Asian-inspired restaurant

Holland America Line is launching a new and exclusive dining experience on the 2,100-guest Nieuw Amsterdam. 'Morimoto By Sea' will open on December 16, 2023.

The restaurant has been developed by Chef Masaharu Morimoto, the cruise line's 'Fresh Fish Ambassador'. It will offer Asian-inspired dishes and beverages, to reflect Holland America Line's new 'global fresh fish program', such as sushi, tempura calamari salad, crispy fried whole market fresh fish, and lobster pad Thai. The menu will also include a selection of beef, chicken, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Morimoto By Sea will be the newest addition to Chef Morimoto's list of worldwide restaurants and his first on a cruise ship. He specializes in Japanese cuisine and was previously the head chef at Nobu. He appears regularly on both Japanese and US TV.

The restaurant will open on Nieuw Amsterdam during the ship's winter Caribbean program.

Michael Stendebach, vice president of food, beverage, and guest services at Holland America Line, said: "Featuring cuisine from an esteemed culinary authority like Chef Morimoto in his signature restaurant elevates our specialty dining experience for guests on Nieuw Amsterdam. The menu showcases a symphony of flavors and the freshest ingredients, reflecting the highest standards of culinary excellence from both Holland America Line and Chef Morimoto. We're thrilled to welcome guests there nightly on Nieuw Amsterdam."

Chef Morimoto said: "The creation of this restaurant has been a new and exciting experience, and I look forward to sharing my culinary passion with guests aboard Nieuw Amsterdam. Morimoto By Sea will bring exceptional flavors and one-of-a-kind dishes to guests sailing around the world with Holland America Line."

The debut of Morimoto By Sea follows Holland America Line's recent launch of its global fresh fish program, which includes a Morimoto By Sea pop-up experience once per cruise on the fleet's other 10 ships. The dishes on offer at the restaurant, at the pop-ups, and all seafood offerings across Holland America Line's fleet are sourced from a global network of 60 ports to serve 80 types of fresh fish on board.

Guests can make Morimoto By Sea reservations on Holland America Line's Navigator App or on board. The restaurant carries a cover charge of $55 per person, plus gratuity.

For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel agent, visit hollandamerica.com, or call 0344 338 8607.