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Odyssey Cruises in Chicago Preview Cruise 2007

By admin | May 20, 2007

 

The Odyssey II treated media and event planners to a preview cruise 2007 May 2, 2007.  Hereschicago.com was invited to celebrate the launch of the 2007 season with an exclusive look at a truly magnificent sensory experience on the Odyssey II.

 

Guests were treated to Chicago’s world famous architecture and impressive skyline through Odyssey’s large windows with the sounds of swingin’ melodies of the Odyssey’s own Mike Frost Project.  Dinner unveiled new menu offerings, exclusively prepared by Executive Chef Leonel Martinez. 

 

The evening started out with 6 p.m. cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres such as Red Tomato Crisp filled with Nova Lox Mousse and Mujjol Caviar, Stiped European Cucumber topped with Whipped Basil Feta Chees, Spicy Black Bean Tostada with Santa Fe Smoked Chicken Salad.  During this time, the sounds of the Mike Frost Project entertained the guests.  Dan Russell, VP and General Manager of Odyssey Cruises provided a genuine heartfelt welcome to all of the attendees prior to dinner being served.  Dan is extremely passionate about the Odyssey and he really knows how to provide his groups and private events with a fine dining experience aboard the Odyssey.  

 

From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., guests were invited to venture to the Observation Deck (top deck) to watch Odyssey II set sail and capture the first sights of the spectacular Chicago skyline.  At our leisure, we were invited to sit down for dinner.  Our server, Pam (who was absolutely fantastic!!), asked how we would like to pace our four-course meal.  

 

Our waitress, Pam

 

The first course included Roasted Duck Confit, Baby Wedge Salad, Lobster Bisque and Argentinean Scallops. 

 

The Main course provided a choice of Tuscan Chicken, North Atlantic Salmon, Beef Short Ribs, Seafood Ravioli Grantinee, Two Bone French Pork Chop and Mediterranean Vegetable Purse.  

 

Throughout the evening, the Odyssey’s Master Captain, Jason Stachnik, Executive Chef, Leaoel Martinez and architectural docent Brian Parker were available for questions and comments. 

 

Finally, the Odyssey II returned to the dock at 10 p.m. and we picked up our memory of our time via a photo which was waiting for us at the bottom of the ramp as we disembarked the ship. 

 

The Odyssey II is a Planner Preferred Vendor of Hereschicago.com and is your premier entertainment on Lake Michigan with architectural skyline tours, dinner cruises, skyline tours, with fine dining and premier entertainment.  The Odyssey is located on Navy Pier and is a true Chicago fine dining experience. 

 

 

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