Onboard Dining
Riccardo Bellaera: Haute Patisserie at Sea
Cruises are not only known for their breathtaking routes and luxury services but also for their culinary delights. And when it comes to sweet temptations, one name stands out: Riccardo Bellaera. As the Corporate Pastry & Bakery Chef of the Costa fleet, he has revolutionized onboard patisserie, turning it into an experience capable of amazing […] Read more
Riverside Debussy Explores All Things Culinary
When Riverside Cruises took to the waters of the Danube, Rhine, Moselle and Main Rivers, the goal of her owners was to provide the finest River Cruise experience afloat. They did so by purchasing the 5 river cruise ships originally built for Crystal Cruises. The luxury Ocean cruise line had gone all out in creating […] Read more
Reza Syarif’s Fusion Cuisine on Board the Edelweiss
Reza Syarif, chef on the MS Edelweiss, is living proof that dreams can come true, even if the path to achieving them is unconventional. With a mischievous smile and a wink, he shares his journey from dishwasher to “culinary captain” of the ship. His story is as inspiring as the dishes he creates: a delicious […] Read more
Oceania Cruises Unveils Details of the Crêperie
Oceania Cruises has revealed details of the Crêperie, a new culinary venue set to debut aboard Allura, which is scheduled to launch in July 2025. The Crêperie, located next to Baristas, will offer a tempting selection of French crêpes, Brussels waffles, and bubble waffles, along with Italian gelato sundaes. From mid-morning to afternoon, guests will […] Read more
Cunard: A New Series of Menus by Michel Roux
Cunard, the luxury British cruise line, has announced that chef Michel Roux will return to Norway in 2025 for a new exclusive series of menu residencies titled “Le Gavroche at Sea”. The two-Michelin-starred chef has been selected to oversee four Le Gavroche menu residencies on four exciting fjord voyages next year, two aboard the new […] Read more
Swan Hellenic: Maris Gourmet Cruises
Swan Hellenic, a pioneer in cultural cruising, presents its 2025 Gourmet Cruises Maris with an exciting new lineup of Michelin-starred chefs from JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs, aboard the elegant SH Diana and SH Vega ships. For 2025, Maris offers a selection of 10 captivating expeditions, ranging from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. Nine of these will be […] Read more
Costa: Culinary Experiences for All Tastes
Costa Cruises offers a wide range of culinary experiences, which include not only main restaurants and buffets but also exclusive experiences in specialty restaurants that offer formal, casual, and “quick” options to satisfy the needs of all guests. From Sushino to the onboard pizzeria, from Salty Beach to Pokè (available only on some ships), the […] Read more
Oceania Cruises: Updates in its Culinary History
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading cruise line in culinary and destination excellence, has unveiled the next chapter in their culinary history, “Relaxed Yet Refined,” introducing new dining venues aboard their eight small, luxurious ships. The company boasts the highest percentage of staff dedicated to the culinary experience compared to any other cruise line. To ensure […] Read more
Excellence on Board: Umi Uma by Crystal Cruises
We first experienced this restaurant on board the Crystal Symphony during its inaugural cruise, being impressed and enthralled long before many recognized the quality and innovation it offered. Recently, during the Seatrade Cruise Global event in Miami, Umi Uma was recognized as the Best Restaurant by the awards presented at F&B@Sea. This acknowledgment is undoubtedly […] Read more
Norwegian Aqua: New Culinary Experiences Onboard
Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled the new culinary experiences aboard Norwegian Aqua, the first ship of the expanded Prima Plus Class set to sail in April 2025. There will be three new offerings onboard Norwegian Aqua, including Sukhothai, NCL’s first Thai specialty restaurant; Swirl Wine Bar, a new luxury wine bar; and Planterie, offering a […] Read more
