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Holland America Pairs with America’s Test Kitchen

by Holly Riddle

Oct 11, 2016
eFlyer News

Holland America Line introduces a new feature in its culinary line-up. Thanks to a partnership with America’s Test Kitchen, onboard guests can now enjoy cooking classes mimicking the brand’s broadcasted how-to cooking shows.

Holland America is transforming its Culinary Arts Center into a replica of the America’s Test Kitchen television set. Chefs trained by the America’s Test Kitchen staff host the shipboard shows. Classes include demonstrations, hands-on workshops, recipes, tastings and technique instruction, all on a variety of topics, from international cuisine to baking and pastries, ranging from 45 minutes to 90 minutes.

As part of the partnership, guests can also access episodes of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country right from their staterooms, 24 hours a day.

America’s Test Kitchen will bring a new take on cooking classes at sea that spans not only recipes but also the science of the cooking process. Its mission is to determine the best methods, ingredients and cooking tools — and now these discoveries will be shared with our guests,” said Orlando Ashford, president, Holland America Line. “We provide our guests with tremendously immersive and authentic experiences to enrich their travel, and America’s Test Kitchen’s commitment to delivering a quality culinary experience with a focus on learning is a perfect match.”

The first courses and workshops are available on the ms Westerdam during its Oct. 18 sailing to Mexico, and are added to the ms Nieuw Amsterdam for its Caribbean season, starting Nov. 13. The program rolls out on the entire fleet June 2017.

“This is an incredible opportunity for fans of America’s Test Kitchen, and food lovers in general, to immerse themselves in the Test Kitchen experience,” said David Nussbaum, CEO, America’s Test Kitchen. “The classes on board Holland America Line ships will feature our famous foolproof recipes designed to be repeated and enjoyed long after the voyage has ended. We are excited that Holland America Line is helping America’s Test Kitchen reach more enthusiastic home cooks through this onboard experience.”

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