Carnival Cruise Line Brings Back Escargot to Dinner Menus
If you’ve been craving the buttery, garlicky goodness of escargot while cruising, your wish has been granted! Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed the return of this French delicacy to its Main Dining Room menus for voyages lasting six nights or longer. After removing escargot in 2023 to make room for new dishes by celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse, Carnival is bringing back the salty, snaily goodness that many passengers couldn’t get enough of. However, the announcement has sparked a range of reactions, with some thrilled and others not so keen on the idea.
Escargot Returns: What’s the Big Deal?
Escargot, a dish of snails baked in rich, garlicky butter, was a beloved staple on Carnival Cruise Line’s dinner menus until it was removed in 2023. It was part of an effort to refresh the dining options and make space for more diverse, globally-inspired cuisine curated by Chef Emeril Lagasse. While the new dishes were well-received, many passengers were left longing for the classic French appetizer.
Now, after receiving widespread feedback from guests, Carnival has reinstated escargot for cruises of six nights or longer. The decision was confirmed by Carnival’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, via a Facebook poll, which garnered a whopping 8,000 positive responses from excited cruisers. For many, this was a victory for those with adventurous palates looking for a taste of Europe at sea.
Enthusiastic Fans vs. Indifferent Passengers
While escargot’s return was celebrated by many, not everyone shared the same level of enthusiasm. More than 16,000 Facebook users expressed they wouldn’t be ordering the dish on their cruises, citing personal dislike for snails or simply preferring other menu options. But for the most part, passengers voiced that they weren’t bothered by escargot’s inclusion as long as it made others happy.
Carnival’s Expansive Menu: A Dish for Every Palate
Escargot may be back, but it’s far from the only culinary highlight on Carnival’s expansive menu. In addition to this French classic, guests can also enjoy a variety of other adventurous options, including frog legs, roasted duck rolls, braised lamb, and a host of flavorful Indian dishes. For those who aren’t in the mood to try something new, Carnival’s menu still offers plenty of familiar favorites, ensuring that every passenger can find something they’ll love.
As Carnival continues to experiment with its dining options, it’s clear that the cruise line is committed to offering a mix of comfort food and culinary adventures for its passengers. Whether you’re a fan of escargot or not, there’s no shortage of delicious meals to try while at sea.
