MSC Cruises has revealed new details of a Pan-Asian dining concept set to launch onboard the MSC World Asia.
The integrated concept gives guests flexibility, whether they are seeking a full dining experience, a relaxed drink, or a quick bite between activities.
Stéphane Franchini, senior director, food and beverage product, MSC Cruises, said: “With this new three-in-one venue, we are inviting guests to explore one of the world’s most exciting food cultures in a way that is vibrant, welcoming and full of flavor.”
Experiences include:
- A specialty restaurant — Relaxed dining with curated Pan-Asian dishes
- A Bar and lounge — Southeast Asian-inspired cocktails and beverages, and
- An on-the-go offering: Quick, street food-style bites.
MSC said in a press release that the venue combines food, design, music and live cooking to create a multisensory environment that embodies Southeast Asia.
The venue’s menu will include Singapore-style shrimp, shiitake mushroom fried rice and wok-fired specialties.
Signature Elements of the Venue
The restaurant offers guests a relaxed and welcoming setting with indoor seating and a rooftop terrace. The menu includes an appetizer, main course and dessert.
Guests may choose from a curated selection of iconic Asian beers served by the bottle, including Tsingtao, Chang and Bintang, alongside a menu of bubble teas, smoothies and fruit juices.
Located in the venue, the bar features a selection of the most popular Southeast Asian-inspired signature cocktails.
Guests can enjoy scented jasmine mojitos, rose and strawberry daiquiris, and matcha coladas.
Designed for guests seeking convenience, the on-the-go window serves a selection of complimentary bites during the day, with options that capture the spontaneity of street food, including crispy seafood balls, fluffy bao buns and more.
The MSC World Asia will feature 19 dining venues, six specialty restaurants, six main dining concepts, the MSC Yacht Club exclusive restaurant, as well as fast-casual and on-the-go dining options.
Additional specialty dining venues on MSC World Asia include:
- Butcher’s Cut restaurant
- Kaito Sushi Bar
- Kaito Teppanyaki
- Hola! Tacos & Cantina, and
- A new Mediterranean restaurant, details of which are yet to be revealed.
