A Closer Look at Candles Onboard a Windstar Cruises Ship
- Julia
- Jul 2
- 2 min read

Sailing on a Windstar Yacht means stepping into a world of luxury and exclusivity that you have only dreamed about. From the five-star service, to the lavish venues, to elevated staterooms and suites- you will be well taken care of while onboard. One of most luxurious aspects to sailing onboard these yachts is the dining. All the restaurants and dining venues onboard are included, and offer some of the most delicious restaurants in the luxury cruise industry.
Candles is Windstar's signature outdoor restaurant where guests can dine on delectable menu options paired with delicious wines from across the globe, while looking out over the incredible ocean vistas.
CANDLES MENU
SIGNATURE STARTERS
TOMATO & WATERMELON SALAD
ricotta cheese, red onion, mint, oil-cured olives, tomato-sherry vinaigrette
ROASTED SHITAKE MUSHROOM CROMESQUI
house-made spicy tomato jam, smoked paprika aioli
BUTTER-POACHED SHRIMP
salmon tartar, cauliflower mousse, citrus gel
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
roasted garlic, parsley, focaccia crostini
THE KING CAESAR SALAD
romaine heart wedge, herb croutons, caesar dressing
ENTRÉES
CHEF'S GRILLED FISH OF THE DAY
locally inspired
GRILLED BRANZINO
sea bass, lemon beurre blanc
DOUBLE BARREL SEAFOOD SPEAR
scallops, salmon and shrimp skewer, ginger lime drawn butter
MOROCCAN GLAZED SHRIMP
brown onion fried rice, tamarind ketchup
BROCCOLI PESTO-COOKED CHICKEN BREAST
green olive tapenade
CHEF'S DAILY VEGETARIAN
executive chef's pick
BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER
sweet chili sauce, brown onion sticky rice
ROASTED LAMB RACK
red wine jus, preserved green & red tomatoes, new potatoes
BEEF FILET STEAK MIGNON
choice of 6 or 8 ounces
NEW YORK CUT STRIP LOIN STEAK
roasted black garlic purée
BROILED CORN-FED VEAL CHOP
10-ounce bone-in
FOR THE CARNIVORES
BEEF BONE-IN RIBEYE TOMAHAWK STEAK
40 oz
BEEF BONE-IN PORTERHOUSE STEAK
30 oz
SAUCES
BÉARNAISE
CHIMICHURRI
CABERNET REDUCTION
CHERMOULA
SIDES
BROCCOLINI WITH LEMON CRUMBS
SAUTÉED ASPARAGUS
SPINACH À LA CRÈME
CRISP PANKO-COATED ONION RINGS
ROASTED POTATOES, PROSCIUTTO AND PARMESAN
SALT-COOKED BAKED POTATO
GOURMET SALTS
HAWAIIAN BLACK SALT (HIWA KAI)
combined with activated charcoal, this solar evaporated pacific sea salt has a stunning black color silky texture and natural saline flavor
SMOKED APPLEWOOD SALT (YAKIMA)
sweet applewood from the yakima valley fuels the fire that flavors this smoked sea salt with a subtle fruit wood taste
HIMALAYAN MOUNTAIN PINK SALT
experience this exotic salt that boasts a robust salt and mineral flavor which is said to provide many health benefits and remove toxins from the body
DESSERTS
CRÉME BRULÉE
sugar-crusted custard, multi-grain biscotti
DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE BAR
italian meringue sea salt-caramel ice cream
CARAMELIZED LEMON TART
honey greek yogurt
CHEF'S DAILY CONFECTION
no sugar added
Candles is found on: Star Breeze, Star Legend, Star Pride, Wind Star, Wind Surf, Wind Spirit
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to book your cruise and try Candles for yourself, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the ships inside and out, and have an amazing relationship with Windstar. Our advisors will craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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