Fathom Cuisine and Onboard Activities Incorporate Flavor of Dominican Republic

Fathom brings a taste of Dominican Republic to their dining and onboard recreation.

The new social impact travel cruise line Fathom has partnered with award-winning Dominican Republic chef Emil Vega to develop Fathom’s specialty restaurant Ocean Grill.  Under his creative culinary direction, guests will be able to experience authentic Dominican cuisine.

“I set out to create for travelers an extraordinary, authentic Caribbean culinary experience that allows them to savor a range of gastronomical possibilities featuring regionally inspired ingredients,” said Chef Emil.  “Fathom understands that an important aspect of immersing in any unique culture is to explore its cuisine, which we are happy to make available to travelers from the moment they step aboard Fathom’s Adonia.”

New Ocean Grill Dishes Include:

Appetizers

• Grilled Seafood Salpicón – Grilled octopus, calamari and shrimp served cold with Caribbean mojito vinaigrette and crispy yaniqueque
• Cuban Ropa Vieja – Deep-fried plantain basket filled with Cuban-style shredded beef served with a spicy red pepper jam
•  Mofongo and Aguají – Traditional mash of roasted pork belly, green plantain and garlic served with spicy mayonnaise

Entrées

• Pescado con Coco (Fish Criollo and Coconut) – Fillet of fresh red snapper in an authentic island coconut sauce, served with clams, shrimp and yucca fritters
• Vegetarian Pastelón – Layers of ripe plantain, queso fresco and sautéed spinach served with roasted vegetables and spinach sauce
• Bistec Encebollado – Seasoned beef filet with caramelized onions, yucca fritters, sweet plantain and chimichurri salsa

Desserts

• Dulce de Leche Cortada – Dominican sweet caramel milk curds with vanilla and salted caramel ice cream and yucca dumplings
• Guava n’ Cheese – Guava paste with queso fresco and roasted gustoso pepper syrup
• Majarete Crème Brûlée – Classic Cuban sweetcorn custard served with corn caramel and cinnamon, caramelized popcorn and sweet potato biscuit

Immersive and Interactive Onboard Activities

From impact workshops to dance and cocktail classes plus entertainment options, guests are immersed into the cultural side of the Dominican Republic.  Available for onboard purchase are artisan crafts, hand-made jewelry, sustainably produced clothing and eco-friendly beauty products.

Aside from basic Spanish lessons, group leaders known as Impact Guides, conduct a variety of self-exploration activities designed to empower and enrich each guest’s travel experience, both onboard and in the Dominican Republic.

Several interactive workshops are focused to driving guests’ curiosity and innovation and create a better understanding and appreciation of life and culture in the Dominican Republic.

A Fathom kick-off event with live music and an introduction to the Fathom ethos begins the social impact cruise experience.  En route, guests can attend a Dominican Republic orientation.  Guided Relaxation, also referred to as Yoga Nidra, provides everyone a time to rest, relax and clear their minds following the day’s stimulation.

Aside from the core programming, enrichment and simply fun activities include photography, karaoke, wine class, mojito night and a painting class.

With three days to spend on the island, Fathom guests can choose from a variety of activities, including participating in social impact projects, relaxing at the beach or participating in select recreational activities and tours.  Social impact activities include economic, educational and environmental projects working alongside local residents.

Fathom Cruises alternates Sunday departures from PortMiami for seven-night cruises to the Dominican Republic or Cuba.