Karl WP Beyer November 29, 2023 – Oceania Cruises is hosting theirs in October next year first annual "Culinary Masters" cruise on board the Oceania Marina. The trip, which begins in Valletta on Malta and ends in Civitavecchia, is aimed specifically at gourmets. The cruise's culinary experiences are designed by the shipping company's two French master chefs, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale , responsible.
The Oceania Marina holds a maximum of 1.250 passengers. On October 16, 2024 she takes off Valletta coming course for Civitavecchia. Individual destinations of the cruise are Kotor in Montenegro, Dubrovnik and Split in Croatia, the charming Bari in southern Italy, the Greek ports of Corfu and Katakolon as well Naples and Rome's port Civitavecchia.
None other than Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises, puts the gourmet event in the right light. “Oceania Cruises is the first choice for foodies. Since our founding 20 years ago, we have put culinary art at the heart of everything we do, so a Culinary Masters trip is a natural progression. This special cruise shows our pride that Oceania Cruises is the only cruise line to have two chefs in the prestigious ranks of Maîtres Cuisiniers de France." The Association of Master Chefs of France, based in Paris, was founded in 1951 and has been providing support ever since and promotion of French cuisine in France and internationally. The association has 542 members, of which 375 are actively working in an establishment. 43 top chefs are available when needed and 124 are retired. The members represent the association on five continents and in 22 countries.
Oceania Marina in front of St. Petersburg
Oceania guests immerse themselves in a true gourmet paradise on board. Panel discussions will provide insights from experts, and there will be live cooking demonstrations from Chef Alexis, Senior Culinary Director of Oceania Cruises, and Chef Eric, Vice President of Culinary. Offered, among other things, an exquisite gala seafood brunch, chef's market dinners in the Terrace Café using ingredients from local markets. Travel participants are offered the opportunity to book tailor-made experiences that they experience exclusively on this trip. These include culinary tours in the ports, cooking classes and expert-led wine tastings on board or an exclusive private dinner event.
Other Benefits: With Oceania Cruises' "simply MORE" package, guests receive an $800 shore excursion credit per stateroom upon booking, a comprehensive beverage package available during lunch and dinner at dozens of onboard restaurants of vintage champagnes, premium wines and international beers.
