MSC Poesia Tour de Brunch Menu
MSC Poesia offers a “Tour de Brunch” menu that combines traditional breakfast favorites with a much broader selection of dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world. For passengers researching MSC Poesia dining before a cruise, this menu provides a useful look at the brunch choices available onboard, from pastries and eggs to burgers, pasta, international specialties, lighter options, desserts, and brunch drinks.
The photos below show the Tour de Brunch menu as it appeared aboard MSC Poesia. Menu selections and prices can change, so passengers should check the current onboard menu during their sailing.
Bakery, Coffee and Juice Options
The Tour de Brunch menu begins with familiar breakfast staples. The bakery section includes a selection of pastries such as croissants, pain au chocolat, Danish pastries and muffins. Toast is offered in wheat and gluten-free varieties, while bagels are served with whipped cream cheese and English muffins with butter and jam.
The beverage selection includes American coffee, tea, iced tea, lemonade, Arnold Palmer and juices. Some specialty beverages carry an additional listed price, including fresh-pressed orange juice for $6, cappuccino for $4.25 and espresso for $2.50.
Eggs, Omelets and Eggs Benedict
Passengers looking for a traditional cruise breakfast have several egg dishes available.
Eggs can be ordered fried, scrambled, poached, hard-boiled or soft-boiled. The build-your-own omelet offers a choice of cheddar, bacon, ham, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes and onion, with egg whites available upon request.
Eggs Benedict is served on an English muffin with hollandaise and a choice of smoked salmon or ham. The menu also lists Lobster Benedict for $18, prepared with an English muffin, hollandaise and sautéed spinach.
The Grand Tour: International Brunch Dishes
One of the most distinctive parts of the MSC Poesia brunch menu is “The Grand Tour,” which brings together dishes associated with several different countries.
The choices shown on the menu include Steak, Egg and Chips representing the United Kingdom, Huevos Rancheros from Mexico, Bucatini alla Carbonara from Italy and a Jumbo Cheeseburger representing the United States.
Other selections include Karaage Fried Chicken from Japan, Chana Masala and Aloo Bhaji from India, Pain Perdu from France and Shakshuka from Tunisia.
This section makes the Tour de Brunch considerably broader than a standard eggs-and-pancakes breakfast menu. Passengers can choose something traditionally associated with breakfast or move directly into a more substantial lunch-style meal.
Lighter Fare and Kids’ Choices
The Petite Tour section provides lighter alternatives to the larger dishes.
Options shown include cold cereals, oatmeal with brown sugar and cinnamon, grits with cinnamon and raisins, tomato soup with grilled cheese, chia coconut pudding with fresh fruit salad, and a yogurt parfait with balsamic strawberries and homemade granola.
A Caesar salad is also offered, with the option to add grilled chicken or salmon.
MSC’s DOREMI Bites section provides several kid-friendly selections, including French toast sticks with maple syrup, mac & cheese in a creamy five-cheese sauce, chicken nuggets with a choice of dipping sauce, and a mini cheeseburger.
Brunch Sides
A selection of familiar breakfast sides can be added to the meal. The menu lists crispy bacon, breakfast sausage, grilled ham, corned beef hash, hash brown potatoes and fresh fruit salad.
These options make it easy to supplement one of the main dishes or build a more traditional breakfast from individual items.
Desserts on the Tour de Brunch Menu
Despite being brunch, dessert is very much part of the menu.
Choices shown include strawberry shortcake with Chantilly cream and fresh strawberries, West Indies bread and butter pudding made with toasted butter brioche bread in cardamom tres leches custard with caramelized banana, and brownie à la mode with chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream.
A daily assortment of ice cream is also available.
Drinks Around the World
The bottom of the menu features a “Drinks Around the World” selection priced at $14.
Smoothie choices include Strawberry Yogurt and Watermelon. The brunch cocktail selection includes a Classic Mimosa, Tiffany mimosa, Hugo Spritz, Strawberry Basil Spritz, Classic Bloody Mary, Spicy Bloody Mary and Espresso Martini.
The listed cocktails span the usual brunch favorites while adding a few alternatives beyond the standard mimosa or Bloody Mary.
What Makes the MSC Poesia Tour de Brunch Different?
For someone planning an MSC Poesia cruise, the biggest takeaway from this menu is its variety.
Passengers looking for a straightforward breakfast can choose pastries, eggs, an omelet or Eggs Benedict. Those ready for something more substantial have options ranging from carbonara and fried chicken to a cheeseburger, steak and eggs, shakshuka and Indian dishes.
There are also lighter choices, children’s selections, sides, desserts and brunch cocktails, making the menu suitable for passengers approaching brunch very differently.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the MSC Poesia Tour de Brunch menu?
The photographed menu includes pastries, eggs, omelets, Eggs Benedict, international dishes, lighter fare, children’s selections, breakfast sides, desserts, smoothies and brunch cocktails.
Does MSC Poesia have Eggs Benedict?
Yes. The menu shows Eggs Benedict with a choice of smoked salmon or ham. A Lobster Benedict is also listed for $18.
Are there international dishes on the MSC Poesia brunch menu?
Yes. The Grand Tour section includes dishes associated with the United Kingdom, Mexico, Italy, the United States, Japan, India, France and Tunisia.
Does the brunch menu have options for children?
Yes. The DOREMI Bites section shown on the menu includes French toast sticks, mac & cheese, chicken nuggets and a mini cheeseburger.
Are there lighter brunch options?
Yes. The Petite Tour includes options such as cereal, oatmeal, chia coconut pudding, yogurt parfait and Caesar salad, among other selections.
Are brunch cocktails available?
Yes. The photographed menu lists a $14 Drinks Around the World selection featuring mimosas, spritzes, Bloody Marys and an Espresso Martini. Smoothies are also shown in this section.
Are all drinks included with brunch?
The menu specifically displays additional prices for several beverages, including fresh-pressed orange juice, cappuccino and espresso, while the Drinks Around the World selection is listed at $14.
Can the MSC Poesia brunch menu change?
Cruise ship menus, selections and prices can change. The menu shown here provides a look at the Tour de Brunch offerings photographed aboard MSC Poesia, but passengers should confirm current selections and pricing onboard.
Conclusion
The MSC Poesia Tour de Brunch menu offers considerably more variety than a conventional breakfast. Alongside pastries, eggs and breakfast sides are international dishes such as Huevos Rancheros, Bucatini alla Carbonara, Karaage Fried Chicken, Chana Masala and Aloo Bhaji, Pain Perdu and Shakshuka.
For passengers researching MSC Poesia restaurants and dining before their cruise, the menu provides a useful preview of the range of choices that may be available at brunch, including lighter dishes, kids’ selections, desserts and brunch drinks.
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