Savour the Flavour: Inside Holland America Line’s Exclusive Destination Dining Event
-Guests were treated to an exclusive five-course menu showcasing dishes from Australia to Alaska
Sydney, Australia . March 19, 2026
Holland America Line celebrated the art of global flavours with an exclusive Savour The Journey – Destination Dining™ event aboard the Noordam at the White Bay Cruise Terminal.
The event also marked the conclusion of the Australia and New Zealand cruise season, with the Noordam ship departing Sydney to begin its Alaska season.
Key travel agents as well as travel and trade media enjoyed a five-course tasting menu highlighting flavours from Alaska, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Holland America Line’s Dutch heritage.
Each dish highlighted the cruise line’s commitment to fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients and regional flavours, with the Executive Chef onboard providing insights that offered guests an authentic taste of the destinations Holland America Line visits.
The menu featured Alaska crab cakes with cucumber and sweet chilli mustard, European inspired burrata and plum tomato salad with pistachio-garlic gremolata, fresh local Australian barramundi with macadamia purée and miso butter sauce, roasted prime rib cap of beef with and a Dutch-inspired finale of stroopwafel cheesecake and mini Bossche Bol.
Rob Coleman, Vice President of Sales at Holland America Line, shared insights into the 2026 season and beyond, highlighting the cruise line’s thoughtfully curated itineraries, mid-sized ships, and immersive experiences designed to combine comfort, intimacy, and access to nearly 470 ports worldwide.
Rob Coleman said, “Travel is about more than just reaching a destination, it’s about the experiences along the way. At Holland America Line, we design our voyages so travellers can truly savour the journey, discover regional flavours, and immerse themselves in new cultures.”
Guests were also treated to a guided tour of the Noordam, offering behind-the-scenes insight into the ship’s signature “Dutch Touch” and the elevated service and amenities that define the Holland America Line experience.
Food remains at the heart of every voyage, and during the event, guests experienced Holland America Line’s Global Fresh Fish Program first-hand, through its port to plate offering. As the only cruise line triple-certified in sustainably sourced seafood, Holland America Line pairs authentic regional dishes and locally sourced ingredients with culinary expertise.
For more information about Holland America Line or to speak with a travel advisor, call 1300 987 322 or visit hollandamerica.com
