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DAY 11: Caymus Winemaker Dinner

 The Diamond Princess arrived in Phu My on Day 11. 

We gained an hour overnight, so showed up too early for lunch.  We both thus had breakfast, followed by lunch.
One of the highlights of this cruise was the Caymus Winemaker Dinner.  But it came at an extra cost of $175/person.  Was it worth it?  Marginally, but why not this kind of treat at least once a journey.  Held in the Pacific Moon Dining Room.
Caymus wines.
Dining table,.
About the dinner.
The menu.
Appetizer.
Mushroom salad.
Caymus wines.
Photo with manager and chef.
Champagne and risotto.
Good risotto, but way too much quantity.
Steak Rossini, which comes with duck foie gras and truffle slices.
Champagne.
The couple above wears black medallions, meaning they have been on at least 15 Princess cruises.  They, however, on about their 25th.  Prosciutto, cheeses and fruits.
Dessert.
So how was this dinner?  As said before, okay, but food portions are too much and over-sauced.  You could drink as much wine as you wanted, and I had too much,  Service was excellent.
We then went to see the theatrical show Bravo,  Best theater performance yet.
On to karaoke in the Explorers Lounge.
Final drinks in the Crooners Bar.
Walked 5825 steps today,  A full lap of our 11th floor is about 3/4s of a mile

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