We stayed one night at the Mt McKinley Princess Lodge. Dinner was included in our package and we could order one starter and one main plus a dessert. First up was a beverage. They had a decent Malbec from Argentina for only $32/bottle
We were at a Princess lodge. Interestingly, it had been rated by James Suckling, the sommelier that is associated with Holland America Line.
Both lines are part of Carnival Corporation so that might explain it. It was a very good wine.
First course was the beef chili.
This was a very meaty chili seasoned predominantly with cumin. There were some chunky tomatoes and red onion for some additional texture. It could have used a bit more heat for my taste but I think they try to keep it milder for the masses. The real star of the chili was the delicious and tender beef chunks. They were similar to short ribs.
For our main we had to go with something local. This was the king salmon.
What a beautifully cooked piece of fish. Crispy skin. Crispy bottom. But still medium and moist in the middle. It had a wonderfully simply rub on the skin as well as a butter sauce. Certainly one of the three best pieces of salmon I have ever had.
They served it with some al dente green beans which were simply seasoned with butter and salt. As well as some creamy smoked Gouda mashed potatoes. Well balanced since smoked cheese can quickly overpower.
Dessert was the blackberry/blueberry crumble.
This really focused on the fruit. It was a warm compote of blackberries, blueberries and strawberries enhanced with just a bit of sugar. Then on top was a crunchy concoction of granola and cinnamon. I was surprised they kept it so simple. But that really made a great dish. And it was served with a scoop of Tillamook Bramble berry ice cream. We had recently been the Tillamook creamery outside of Astoria Oregon and seen how they make their cheese and ice cream. But I didn't have a chance to try it there. Maybe this was the universe giving me another shot.
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