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, Italian flavors, steakhouse fare, and Dutch favorites to their guests.
One of the most popular specialty options you will find onboard is Rudi's Sel De Mer; a French Brasserie with delicious menu options such as Prime Beef Steak Tartare, the Grilled Seafood Platter, and Apple Tart Tatin. This is the perfect spot for a romantic date night with your partner, or a night-out with friends.
RUDI'S SEL DE MER MENU
APPETIZERS
FRUITS DE MER (SERVES TWO)
langoustine, crab claws, jumbo shrimp, mussels, clams, oysters
HOT SMOKED SALMON
cucumber-apple tzatziki
CLASSIC BAKED ESCARGOTS
garlic, parsley, pernod butter
PRIME BEEF STEAK TARTARE
prepared in the classic style
CRAB BISQUE
brandy, cream
TUNA SALADE NIÇOISE
tomato, mediterranean olives, potatoes, green beans, red onions
TRADITIONAL CURED SMOKED SCOTTISH SALMON
blinis, sour cream, chives
TRIO OF SEAFOOD SALAD
king crab meat, bay shrimp, tuna
MARINATED LOBSTER
micro lettuce, lemon olive oil, grapefruit segments, potato confit
FOIE GRAS DE CANARD AU CASSIS
duck liver, cassis, crusty brioche
FRENCH ONION SOUP
gruyère cheese
FRIED CALAMARI PERSILLADE
roasted garlic mayonnaise
OSSETRA MALOSSOL CAVIAR (SERVES TWO)
crème fraîche, buckwheat blini
ENTRÉES
GRILLED SHRIMP PROVENÇALE
saffron rice pilaf
CLAMS AU BEURRE
pouilly fuissé, garlic, sausage toulouse, cream
WHOLE DOVER SOLE MEUNIÈRE
butter, parsley
STEAK FRITES
broiled tenderloin steak, pepper sauce, crispy onions
DUCK À L'ORANGE (SERVES TWO)
braised cippolini onions, rissolé potatoes, petite legumes, orange glace
BOUILLABAISSE MARSEILLAISE
red mullet, lobster claw, sole, shrimp, snapper, clams, mussels, tomatoes, saffron, potato, fennel, orange zest, baguette and rouille
GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER
scallops, jumbo shrimp, salmon
12 OZ BROILED MAINE LOBSTER TAIL
brown lemon butter
WHOLE RACK OF LAMB
pommery mustard, brioche crust, potato vegetable gratin, rosemary jus
SOUFFLÉ AU FROMAGE
double baked goat cheese soufflé, mixed salad
COQ AU VIN
chicken, red wine sauce, root vegetables, mushrooms, smoked bacon, roasted celeriac purée
TOURNEDOS ROSSINI
filet mignon, foie gras, black truffle, madeira sauce
SEAFOOD OF THE DAY
FRESH DISH
prepared grilled, steamed of pan fried, served with your choice of house-made sauce: tapenade, sauce vierge, tartare sauce, lemon butter, basil-walnut pesto, or green tomato salsa
WHOLE LOBSTER
prepared grilled, broiled or poached
DESSERTS
APPLE TARTE TATIN
cinnamon gelato
PROFITEROLES
hot chocolate sauce, chantilly cream
SALZBURGER NOCKERL (SERVES TWO)
austrian-style berry soufflé
RUDI'S FACE TO FACE CHOCOLATE
fruit creation
CRÊPES SUZETTE
vanilla gelato
ARTISANAL FRENCH CHEESES
dried fruits, nuts, artisan crackers
COGNAC
CALVADOS
ARMAGNAC
COURVOISIER NAPOLEON
REMY MARTIN XO
REMY MARTIN LOUIS XIII
LIQUEUR
DOM BENEDICTINE
CHAMBORD
COINTREAU
GRAND MARNIER
ST. GERMAIN
ELDERFLOWER
BIERE
LA TRAPPE DUBBEL
LA TRAPPE TRIPEL
DUVEL
LEFFE TRIPEL
LINDEMANS FRAMBOISE
CHAMPAGNES
VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT
bright, crips and has attractive fresh lemon and peach-fruit flavors with pastry notes and pithy lemon
LE GRAND COURTAGE BRUT ROSE, FRANCE
flavors of fresh strawberry and raspberry combine with notes of lilac and violets, delicate balance of dryness and acidity lingers with flavors of red fruit
TAITTINGER PRESTIGO ROSE
well balanced rich berry fruits, background spices, with strawberry and wild-cherry flavors
2008 LOUIS ROEDERER CRISTAL BRUT
sliced-apple and mango character with a creamy texture
RUINART BLANC DE BLANCS
aromas of lemons, grapefruit, honey, fresh floral notes, stone fruits and toasty autolysis, with a palate of peach custard and lemon crème brûlée
ROSES
DOMAINE HOUCHART "CAINTE VICTOIRE" COTES DE PROVENCE
ripe fruit gives a full-bodied style with both acidity and a spicy, peppery character
GERARD BERTRAND COTES DES ROSES, PAYS D'OC
summer fruits, cassis, floral notes of rose
DOMAINE D'ESCLANS WHISPERING ANGEL, COTES DE PROVENCE
lilacs, rose, strawberry, and peach with a medium body and a palate of fruit and acidity which is bright and lively
DOMAINE OTT, COTES DE PROVENCE
refined and beautiful with sliced apples, lemon rind and white peaches, medium body, bright acidity
BLANCS
GERARD BERTRAND RESERVE CHARDONNAY, PAYS D'OC
expressive nose, fruity notes of white peach, marzapan and pastry
PASCAL JOLIVET SANCERRE SAUVAGE, LOIRE VALLEY
deep and rich white with dried-pear and apple character in addition to a subtle flint undertone, full-bodied and dry
CHATEAU DU TRIGNON, COTES DU RHONE
gorgeous aromas of fresh raspberries and strawberries, smoked meat, black pepper, and voilet
LOUIS LATOUR POUILLY-FUISSE, BURGUNDY
firm and fruity, fresh and minerally with hints of salt and chalk, medium body and notes of lemon and mango
ROUGES
CHATEAU DES TROIS TOURS, BORDEAUX
aromas of lightly caramelized red fruit, cherry and blackcurrant, with subtle palate and voluminous tannins
CHATEAU D'ISSAN, MARGAUX
floral notes with black currents, full bodied with polished tannins
GERARD BERTRAND RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, PAYS D'OC
black fruits and melted tannins
CLARENDELLED ROUGE INSPIRED BY HAUT-BRION, BORDEAUX
soft bouquet of liquorice and blackcurrant, velvety texture, refined balance of high-quality tannins
APERIFIT
APEROL
CAMPARI
LILLET BLANC
PERNOD
NOILLY PRAT VERMOUTH
Rudi's Sel De Mer is found on: Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam
Booking Your Cruise
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