Fast Cruise 5, Southampton - Sat 22nd February 2025
Fast Cruise 5 will return to Southampton after a two year break, dining once again in Turkish style at the Ottoman Kitchen Restaurant, 36-37 High Street, Southampton SO14 2AF. As is usual with traditional Turkish food there will be no particular options, but the varied menu will start with a selection of hot and cold mezes followed by a mixed shish main course based upon lamb and chicken. The dinner will conclude with a choice of baclava or ice cream. Please mention dietary requirements when booking. Bar drinks will be offered by table service, best not to go to the bar to order which can be more swiftly done and paid for at the table.
The restaurant is a ten-minute walk away from the marina. Walk northwards up the Lower High Street and on your way look out for the poignant 14th Century Holyrood Church bombed in the second world war and preserved as a poignant historic ruin. The anchor from QE2 can also be seen alongside. A reminder for those who are not familiar with the city you will be within the old city walls (parts of which are preserved) and a stroll down Castle Street, perhaps searching for good beer before dinner, is well worth a thought. Please arrive at 1900 prompt to avoid delays in serving which should begin to flow at around 1930. Serving may be staggered in view of the large numbers but if you are starving don’t be afraid to ask!
Berths have been reserved at Southampton Town Quay Marina for those requiring them. Please confirm when booking. Skippers to settle their own marina fees (ask for the rally discount).