Dream Dining Room: Genting Dream’s Asian Restaurant
Setting sail aboard the Genting Dream Cruise on the Asian seas was a gastronomical adventure! I was delighted to explore the range of flavours offered by the pan-Asian cuisine. But my morning meal at the Dream Dining Room was an especially authentic experience. From the kimono-clad waitstaff to the sophisticated interiors, there was no mistaking Dream Dining Room as the perfect place for an oriental breakfast. I even had the pleasure of sharing the restaurant with people from China, Japan, Korea, and Singapore – a truly international gathering!
Dream Dining Room has a formal vibe, so I wouldn’t recommend walking in for breakfast in your sleepwear – better slip on some comfy and casual clothes instead and get ready to dine with Asians! This restaurant follows a table-culture, so no buffets here – they’ll take your order right at the table. An exclusive table tent menu displays the specials of the day, and if you’re feeling adventurous you can always explore the regular a la carte menu! I was determined to try some authentic Asian breakfast, so I slyly glanced at the neighbouring tables to get some inspiration. After much deliberation, I finally decided on a dish.
Twenty minutes later, I was presented with a delectable feast of hot and aromatic Congee, savoury Chinese pork buns, springy rice noodles, delightful Chinese Dim sums, crispy deep-fried puffs with succulent meat fillings and sizzling bacon-wrapped minced pork. To top it all off, a pot of scrumptious Chinese (or Japanese) herbal tea was served. What a banquet!
At Dream Dining Room, the congee – a type of rice porridge – is inspired from the Indian “kanji” – boiled rice water. I have to admit, I was a little hesitant to try it, but the waitstaff at Dream Dining Room was clever – they served me the congee with small portions of mushrooms and shredded chicken – because who doesn’t love a bit of extra flavor? What’s more, I was so in love with the congee, I ordered more of it! Who knew boiled rice water could be so delicious?
This restaurant is an indulgence of slow dining! Spend hours taking in the mesmerizing oriental decor, box-shaped ceiling, and luxurious carpeted flooring. Be mesmerized by the perfect harmony of the lighting and the interiors. And for the cherry on top, get a phenomenal view of the ocean from one side of the restaurant!
If you want to take in the stunning ocean views, you’d better get to the restaurant early! After I polished off my breakfast at Dream Dining Room, I toasted with a cup of black coffee and took a stroll along the adjoining deck. Every meal at Dream Dining Room is a freebies, so why not treat yourself to a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner? And for a taste of the West, the Lido Restaurant can’t be beat!
Nice pics of tempting Asian breakfast ?
Awesome stuff if one goes by the lovely pics taken of the food- has me drooling. Local flavours work best on a trip and its good to know that you were not disappointed by them! I am yet to try Japanese tea- heard its one of the best in the world