Oceania Cruises offers a unique experience of privacy, exclusivity, and comfort on its midsize ships. Designed to provide a sophisticated ambiance, these vessels can dock at small, exclusive ports inaccessible to larger ships, allowing passengers to explore unique destinations.
Its gourmet restaurants are designed to delight even the most discerning palates, offering a variety of culinary options ranging from continental and authentic Italian cuisine to Asian fusion dishes. In addition, all specialty restaurants are included.
To celebrate the arrival of Oceania Allura in July, Oceania Cruises has selected a series of itineraries with discounts of up to 55%, including the cruise with assistance in Spanish that will depart on August 5 from Monte Carlo and arrive, after 11 days on board, in Athens.
Oceania Cruises® will partner with a selection of Food & Wine's Best New Chefs alumni, who will act as Godparents of its newest ship, the Oceania Allura™, which will debut in July 2025.
Oceania Cruises announced the upcoming evolution of its menus, which will debut aboard the company's new 1,200-guest ship, the Oceania Allura, scheduled to launch in July 2025. The reimagined menus will feature more than 270 entirely new recipes across all three meal services, characterized by refined flavors, modern techniques, and enticing presentations.
Alexis Quaretti commented: “ In creating these new dishes, I drew deeply on my childhood, my family life, and, of course, my professional career, including collaborations with the renowned Chef Jacques Pépin , our culinary patriarch. Some of the new creations have personal significance, such as Mamie Huguette’s Chocolate Mousse, which follows my grandmother’s recipe and is recreated with the same care and precision she taught me . This dish, like all those served on board, embodies a simple philosophy : honor the past, savor the present, and focus on flavors that leave a lasting impression .”
At lunchtime, The Grand Dining Room transforms into La Brasserie, offering authentic dishes inspired by French bistros. Dinner service in The Grand Dining Room features over 200 new recipes, combining refined global culinary influences with a modern and balanced approach. A special Chef's Recommendations section highlights dishes personally selected by Chef Quaretti and his team.
To commemorate the Culinary Center's 15th anniversary, Oceania Cruises has added new culinary classes for 2025, highlighting dishes from the U.S. Pacific Northwest, Polynesia, and Australia, among others. The Culinary Center currently offers more than 60 classes taught in custom-built kitchens with individual stations and professional equipment. These classes provide the opportunity to explore a destination's culture and history through food or hone essential culinary skills under the guidance of a dedicated team of Chef Instructors.
The Oceania Allura is the eighth ship in the Oceania Cruises fleet and the second of the Allura class, following its sister ship Vista, which debuted to great global success in May 2023.
– One chef for every 10 guests, with half of the crew dedicated to the culinary experience.
– Specialty restaurants always included, such as Jacques, the exclusive French restaurant, and Aquamar Kitchen, the healthier option.
– Attentive and intuitive service: 1,200 guests served by 800 crew members (two crew members for every three guests).
– The most spacious standard suites at sea, with 27 m2.
– Cultural enrichment on board, including art classes and talks with expert guests.
– An extensive Culinary Center with a Chef's Studio for exclusive gastronomic demonstrations.
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