OCEANIA CRUISES' INAUGURAL 'CULINARY MASTERS' CRUISE'

Oceania Cruises Announce Inaugural 'Culinary Masters' Cruise'

Oceania Cruises, renowned for its culinary and destination-centric approach, proudly announces its first 'Culinary Masters' Cruise' set to sail aboard the Marina in October 2024. This exclusive voyage, hosted by Master Chefs of France, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale, promises a delectable experience for food enthusiasts, blending learning, tasting, and immersion in the art of gastronomy.

The Epicurean Journey

Culinary Hosts: Master Chefs Quaretti and Barale will curate this voyage, exploring local cuisines across Croatia, Greece, and Italy, departing from Valletta, Malta, and concluding in Rome (Civitavecchia) on October 16, 2024. View the Meditteranean Portrait Culinary Cruise.

Culinary Excellence: Oceania Cruises, designed by and for food enthusiasts, boasts a culinary team ensuring an unparalleled dining experience with a remarkable chef-to-guest ratio. Marina and Riviera pioneered onboard cooking schools, an expanded feature in their newer vessels like Vista and Allura.

Chef Eric Barale and Chef Alexis Quaretti in The Grand Dining Room on Oceania Cruises ship Vista

Indulgent Culinary Odyssey

Exclusive Offerings: Guests will relish expert panel discussions, live cooking demos, and the legendary gala seafood brunch usually reserved for ship launches. The itinerary encompasses breathtaking ports like Kotor, Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Split, Bari, Corfu, Katakolon, Naples, and Rome, promising a feast for the senses.

Bespoke Experiences: Beside themed dinners and onboard experiences, guests can opt for culinary tours, hands-on classes, wine tastings, or exclusive dinners – all exclusive to this sailing.

a white plate topped with a dessert with raspberries and whipped cream Culinary Masters Cruise on Oceania

Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises

"Oceania Cruises is a cruise line built by foodies, run by foodies, for foodies," commented Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. "Since our launch 20 years ago, we have put food at the heart of everything we do, so hosting our first-ever Culinary Masters' Cruise is a natural evolution for us. This special sailing gives us the chance to show our immense pride in being the only cruise line to have two of its chefs inducted into the prestigious echelons of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France and the opportunity to share their wisdom, creative talent and fantastic culinary connections with our guests."

Culinary Offerings onboard Vista

Oceania Marina, Riviera, Vista and Allura

Marina and her sister Riviera were the very first true foodie ships in the world
Vista was launched to global acclaim in May 2023
Allura is set to join the fleet in spring 2025
Marina and Riviera have more galley space and more fresh food storage than any other ship
Oceania Cruises has the highest percentage of culinary personnel devoted to the dining experience than any other cruise company
Oceania Cruises has one chef for every ten guests; half of the crew on board is dedicated to the cooking or serving of food
Marina, and her sister ship Riviera, were the first ships ever to have an onboard cooking school

Oceania Cruises' inaugural 'Culinary Masters' Cruise' epitomizes the convergence of exquisite cuisine, global exploration, and unmatched luxury, promising an unforgettable journey for discerning food lovers.