Posts Tagged ‘River Cruising’
Karine Hagen, whose family owns Viking River Cruises, has spent most of her adult life living in Russia and remains captivated and entertained by the country and its culture. Come along as she shares her deep love and fascination for this charming country and its people. More
Mekong River Cruises, which typically sail through Vietnam and Cambodia, are new, exotic sailings offered by AMA Waterways. A river cruise gives travelers a unique, comfortable, and luxurious way to explore these ancient lands up close. More
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises knows that a truly extraordinary dining experience depends upon a number of special ingredients.
An elegant restaurant, offering tables bathed in candelight with fine linens and china. The camaraderie of friends. The talents of an expert chef using the finest and freshest ingredients. The gracious hospitality of a professionally-trained staff. And yes, the food itself–a delicious fusion of quality, creativity, and flavors inspired by the local regions. Read More
Viking River Cruises in Europe
Posted on: August 30, 2011
Viking River Cruises announced that it has ordered two more ships in the Viking Longships class for delivery in 2012, bringing the total of new vessels to six. This will mark an unprecedented number of ships launching in a single season, an accomplishment that eclipses Viking’s own record of four ships christened into the fleet in 2001. Read More
I received this recipe in a holiday greeting from Viking River Cruises, and it looks so good I had to share it!
Happy Holidays and enjoy:
The year was 1832, and the Austrian minister of foreign affairs, Prince Metternich, ordered his court’s kitchen to create a special dessert for his high-ranking guests. But the head chef of his household was ill that day, so the task fell to his 16-year-old apprentice, Franz Sacher. Fortunately, the delicious chocolate cake he developed on the spot was a rousing success! Herr Sacher went on to become a famous confectioner. In 1876 his son Eduard opened the Hotel Sacher in Vienna, where the treat has been served to honored guests ever since.One of the best things about traveling with Viking River Cruises is the opportunity to sample delicious local cuisine. Here is a recipe from Austria—Sachertorte (pronounced “SOCCER tort”). While the dessert is found in many of Vienna’s coffeehouses, it can also be sampled on many of Viking River Cruises‘ ships.
Cake Ingredients
5 oz. softened butter
A half cup sifted powdered sugar
8 egg yolks
8 egg whites
5 oz. bittersweet chocolate
Two-thirds cup of flour
A half cup sugar
2 tablespoons apricot jam
Glaze Ingredients
8 oz. bittersweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Cream together butter and powdered sugar. Add 1 egg yolk at a time, mixing until creamy. Melt the 5 oz. bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler or microwave; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Fold in flour. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and sugar until stiff. Fold into chocolate mixture. Pour batter into a lined 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 50-65 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack. Heat apricot jam and smooth over entire torte, including the sides. For glaze, melt the 8 oz. bittersweet chocolate with butter and frost the cake. Serve with whipped cream.
Makes 8-10 servings.
Guilin & The Lijiang River
Posted on: February 15, 2010
We would like to thank our friends and colleagues at www.GotSaga.com for featuring my article on Guilin and the Lijiang River. What a befitting destination to feature in light of the Chinese New Year celebration currently going on!
Celebrations International Travel’s agents can help you plan a tour to China that best suits your travel style. Whether you prefer to participate in a tour where the itinerary is pre-set and you get to join a group of traveliing companions, or if you’d prefer a tour itinerary customized with travel dates of your choice and including only those cities and towns that interest you, we can help you explore the wonders of China and the world!
Either as a part of your tour to China or as a trip by itself, a river cruise down the Yangtze and Lijiang Rivers is a unique and unforgettable experience. See our Cruises page to learn more. Victoria Cruises is an American-owned and managed cruise line specializing in Yangtze River cruises. There is no better, more luxurious way to experience the waterways of China.
