Virgin Voyages Test Kitchen "Corn" Menu Review 2026

We’re sitting down at Virgin Voyages’ Test Kitchen for the “Corn” tasting menu — the experimental Menu B that only lists ingredients and lets the chefs do the rest. In this 2026 review we walk through every course of The Test Kitchen’s Corn / Truffle menu, including presentation, flavor, portion size, and whether it’s worth the reservation. Test Kitchen is Virgin’s lab-style restaurant: no à la carte menu, a fixed multi-course tasting, and dishes that rarely look like the two words printed on the card. What we cover • What Test Kitchen actually is (and why sailors either love it or skip it) • The Corn menu course list: Corn / Truffle, Salmon / Cucumber, Shrimp / Garlic, Lamb Rack, Strawberry / Pistachio • Vegetarian swaps: Tomato / Olive, Tofu, Beet / Cashews, Barley Risotto, Mango / Chia • How the “mystery ingredient” format works at the table • Optional drink pairings and whether they’re worth using your Bar Tab • Honest verdict: book it, skip it, or only go if you’re an adventurous eater Good to know before you book Test Kitchen is included in your fare. Reservations are required and fill up fast — book in the app before you sail or on embarkation day. The meal usually runs about two hours. Menu B isn’t on every voyage (it’s more common on longer sailings), so ask the host which menu you’re getting. Drink pairings are extra (wine, cocktails, beer, or proof-free). If you’re planning a Virgin Voyages cruise in 2026 and trying to decide between Test Kitchen, The Wake, Extra Virgin, Pink Agave, or Gunbae, this is the Corn menu recap to watch first.