Snacking does not mean that you have to resort to a dull handful of nuts or a bag of chips. There are a myriad of fine dining options that your superyacht Chef can whip up from the comfort of his galley. Tasting appetizers prepared with local produce and adapted to local cuisines and tastes are a big hit amongst those whose palates are refined and geared towards the more delicate and delicious things in life. Whether you want to gratify your taste buds with a delightful range of caviars and ceviches, to simple and fresh tapas, take your pick from these Michelin-star worthy superyacht appetizers.
1. Cucumber Gazpacho with Wasabi-Avocado Cream
This pretty green concoction is not only heart healthy, but palate-pleasing. Served cold, the creamy gazpacho is chockfull of fresh cucumbers and the addition of the wasabi-avocado cream gives the entire dish a kick with refreshing qualities.
2. Steamed Stone Crab with Cocktail, Mustard and Horseradish Sauce
If your superyacht Chef can get his hands on stone crab, this is the appetizer should be on your list every for every charter. Simple yet full of flavor, the sweetness of the crab plays well with the heat and slight bitterness of the mustard and horseradish.
3. Fresh Steamed Artichokes with Roasted Garlic Aioli
Peel apart the freshly steamed artichoke and revel in the burst of flavors that come together when you take a bite of the artichoke heart dipped into the garlic aioli. The slight sweetness of the artichoke plays well with the tangy taste of the garlic, making for the perfect combo.
4. Fresh Watermelon with Raspberry Consume and Goat Cheese Sorbet
Perfect on a hot summer’s day, the dripping juices of the fresh fruit, sweet and sourness of the consume and creamy saltiness of the milky sorbet will make your tongue dance with delight.
5. Beluga Caviar served with Blinis, Toast Points, Shallots, Egg and Crème Fraiche
Ever the appetizing classic, you cannot go wrong with Beluga caviar. Paired with an array of blinis, golden toast points, chopped shallots, egg and fresh cream, your taste buds will thank for the Russian-French fusion of piquancy.
6. Fresh Oysters with Ginger Cilantro Mignonette
This aphrodisiac appetizer will have you begging for more. The extreme saltiness of fresh oysters coupled with the zesty ginger and cilantro mignonette is the epitome of upper class living. You can serve the sauce on the side or spoon it directly onto the oysters to let the flavors mingle.
7. Sea Bass and Papaya Ceviche served with Sweet Potato Crisps
This twist on the Central American classic calls for sashimi-grade sea bass and diced ripe papaya. The somewhat soft combination of the two is brought to life with the healthy and crunchy crisps.
8. Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce and Spicy Green Mango Salad
These simple grilled chicken skewers are magnified by the sweet yet mildly spicy chunky peanut accompaniment. An added bite or two of fiery unripened mango drizzled with tangy lime juice brings forth a burst of South East Asian flavors.
9. Roast Ginger and Duck Spring Rolls with Soy Dipping Sauce
Bring a touch of China to your table in the form of these sweet ginger and duck spring rolls. The final touch of soy sauce brings together the multitude of conflicting flavors and textures. From the fullness of the duck to the zest of the ginger to the crunch of the spring rolls, this dish undoubtedly comes together in a harmonious manner.
10. Seared Kobe Beef, Alfalfa and Green Onion Sushi Roll served with a Miso Dipping Sauce
Haute cuisine takes the form of this sushi roll. The combination of melt-in-your-mouth Kobe beef, crunchy Alfafa sprouts, the delicate onion flavor of the chives and salty miso sauce bring forth a teasing combination of Oriental essences.
Chef Stuart Chambers of MY Starfire invites you to charter a superyacht in either the Caribbean or Mediterranean for a culinary experience like no other.
Captain Carl Sputh
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