Virgin Voyages Test Kitchen Review: Experimental Multicourse Menu | Hits, Misses & Bold Flavors

Join Matt and Staci on Rays on the Road as we explore the Test Kitchen aboard the Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady cruise ship! This innovative culinary lab offers prefixed multicourse tasting menus with global-inspired dishes, interactive chef demos, and adventurous flavors. We try the non-vegetarian menu featuring eel soy, roasted vegetables, smoked scallops with black garlic, blended cheese tartlet, layered chicken with morel mushrooms, and yuzu meringue dessert. Staci opts for the vegan/vegetarian version with eggplant nori, tofu tartlet, tofu gnocchi with squash, and coconut berry meringue. Highlights include the exquisite eel jelly, flavorful roasted veggies, standout blue cheese, and tender chicken layers, while some misses like chewy scallops, weird tofu textures, and overly sweet desserts keep it experimental. Compared to Carnival's Chef's Table, it's a great included value with excellent service (shoutout to Joseph), fun atmosphere, and sensory engagement—perfect for open-minded cruisers seeking bold eats on Virgin ships! Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://x.com/raysontheroad1 Facebook: https://facebook.com/raysontheroad Send us mail: Matt & Staci, P.O. Box 9262, Louisville, KY 40209 Become a member for exclusive perks like early access, behind-the-scenes content, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauhHwp-vxnMy26iA2ck3Fg/join Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro to Test Kitchen on Valiant Lady 1:30 - Menu Options and Drink Pairings Explained 3:00 - Appetizers: Eel Soy, Eggplant Nori & Roasted Veggies 5:45 - Scallops, Cheese Tartlet & Vegan Alternatives 8:15 - Main Courses: Layered Chicken & Tofu Gnocchi 10:30 - Desserts: Yuzu Meringue & Coconut Berries 12:00 - Comparisons, Ratings & Final Impressions #VirginVoyages #TestKitchen #CruiseFoodReview #FoodVlog #ValiantLady #ExperimentalCuisine #TastingMenu #RaysonTheRoad #CruiseDining #BoldFlavors Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauhHwp-vxnMy26iA2ck3Fg/join Physical Mail: Matt & Staci P.O. Box 9262 Louisville, KY 40209 Facebook: https://facebook.com/raysontheroad ​ X (Formerly Known as Twitter): https://x.com/raysontheroad1