UNITED STATES, May 3, 2012 (USA Today): Holland America’s latest plan to draw more customers: Serve more vegetables. The Seattle-based cruise operator on Wednesday announced that it is revamping its food offerings to offer more options for vegetarians and vegans than any other line.
The changes include the addition of a new, all-vegetarian menu that will be available in the dining rooms on Holland America’s 15 ships and the addition of 30 new vegetarian dishes to standard dining room menus.
The all-vegetarian menu will be available upon request at lunch and dinner and include 22 vegetarian and vegan dishes. Among the choices: Portobello Mushroom and Chipotle Quesadillas; Vietnamese Vegetable Spring Rolls; Curried Vegetable Empanadas; Spicy Lentil and Garbanzo Salad; Sweet and Sour Vegetable Tempura; Vegetable Jambalaya; Grilled Vegetable and Tofu Kebobs; and Baked Cheese Polenta with Mushrooms and Artichoke Hearts.
“Many more people are choosing a vegetarian culinary experience, yet the options can be limited,” Holland America’s executive vice president, Richard Meadows, says in a statement accompanying the announcement. “By offering a complete vegetarian-only menu and the largest vegetarian selection at sea, we are ensuring that all guests can take part in an exceptional dining experience while cruising with Holland America Line.”