Royal Caribbean have today unveiled an incredible line-up of more than 20 dining venues that will feature onboard their brand new ship, Wonder of the Seas, which is due to set sail in March this year.
Among the most anticipated venues will be the debut of The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar. At Paramount Cruises we’re big fans of country music and Southern comfort food, so we’re very excited to discover this new casual speciality dining venue which will set the scene with a farmhouse-style, rustic décor and live country music. There will even be a cosy porch decked out with a swing for those looking for that perfect Insta-worthy photo op.
On the menu you’ll find southern staples as well as a new twists on classics the whole family can enjoy for brunch, dinner and late-night bites. Kick off your day with freshly baked buttermilk biscuits (biscuits are not what us British folk may expect, these are soft savoury scones normally covered in a delicious gravy) or some spicy jalapeno cornbread. Brunch favourites range from savoury johnnycakes topped with barbeque pulled pork to the Sweet-Tooth Cinnamon Roll. When it comes to the evenings, highlights include fried green tomatoes, authentic southern fried chicken, crab beignets served with lump crab dip, and shrimp and grits. And for a sweet ending, there’s everything from traditional pies to spiked floats and shakes.
Plus, in order to keep the good times rolling, you’ll be able to explore a robust collection of more than a dozen American whiskeys and a strong lineup of southern libations, such as the classic mint julep dusted tableside with powdered sugar and the Mississippi Moonlight, made with blackberry moonshine, blackberries and lemonade, and served in a chilled mason jar. Whether at a table for family dinner or at the bar for a bite, a nightcap and live music, The Mason Jar looks set to be a happening hotspot day or night.
The Mason Jar is just the beginning, with Wonder serving up a variety of restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from across eight signature neighbourhoods. From Central Park to the all-new Suite Neighborhood – an Oasis Class first – more dining highlights on the upcoming ship include:
- The Vue – The happiest of happy hours can be found at this new cantilevered bar. The Vue offers panoramic ocean views by day, and after sunset, it shines bright with a colourful mosaic canopy overhead.
- Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar – It’s a family-style affair every day at Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar, the first on an Oasis Class ship. On the menu are freshly made, authentic staples, from hand-tossed pizzas to charcuterie boards and veal meatballs, to an extensive wine list, wine flights and cocktails, like an Aperol Spritz and Negroni.
- Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade – This popular venue brings guests of all ages together to catch the big game across dozens of big-screen TVs, battle it out in friendly competition at the arcade, and munch on bar fare and ice-cold draft beers.
- El Loco Fresh and Cantina Fresca – The grab-and-go spot for Mexican delights, like made-to-order tacos, burritos and quesadillas, now debuts a dedicated bar called Cantina Fresca that serves a selection of “aguas frescas,” margaritas and other Mexican staples.
- The Lime & Coconut – This signature pool deck experience is at the centre of the Caribbean vibes, with multiple poolside bars and live music.
Royal Caribbean fans will be pleased to rediscover favourites such as Wonderland, Asian-inspired flavours at Izumi, American steakhouse Chops Grille, 150 Central Park, Johnny Rockets, Sugar Beach, and more.
