Four Faves At-Sea

Asian restaurants aboard are often superb; ships usually sail with some Asian chefs and purchase ingredients in the region.

1 On both Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, Umi Uma and The Sushi Bar boast Nobu Matsuhisa (yes, that Nobu) running the culinary show. Signature dishes, like miso black cod and yellowtail tartare with caviar, are menu stars.

2 On Oceania Cruises’ Marina, Sirena, and Rivera, Red Ginger dazzles with winners like spicy roast duck and watermelon salad, bulgogi rib-eye steak, and lobster pad Thai.

3 Lucky us: David Thompson, a Michelinstar award- winner for his brilliant Thai cuisine, consults for Aqua Mekong. His menus emphasize organic local market ingredients with dreamy dishes such as grilled river prawns with peanut relish, and Vietnamese catfish minced with shallots, chilies, and Thai basil.

4 Aboard Silver Muse and Silver Spirit, Indochine scores with an impressive menu hopscotching the region. You can even request an Indian feast designed solely for you. Giant bowls of freshly simmered soup, like Vietnamese pho, also delight.