Today, in this blog post we will discuss about Sumptuous Dining Adventures. As Sun Princess sails off on its maiden voyage this week, the newest ship from Princess Cruises is poises to raise the big ship culinary landscape by offering an unrival collection of culinary options from celebrate chefs and celebrity collaborators, as well as ingredients source from high-end purveyors, and a lineup of exciting and new experiences. And now, the line has reveal some additional dining experiences exclusively available to guests sailing on the next level Love Boat.
Spellbound by Magic Castle
The cruise line has announces that Spellbound by Magic Castle will the latest in Princess Cruises’ new category of “Extraordinary Experiences,” following the wildly successful 360: An Extraordinary Experience, the remarkable, multi-sensory culinary journey that debute last year aboard Discovery Princess and Enchant Princess.
Spellbound by Magic Castle blends the captivating world of magic with the art of culinary and mixology to create an extraordinary innovative immersive dining experience, steeped in magic and adventure.
Just unveil, the evening begins in an exclusive area of the Horizons Dining Room for a delectable, shares dinner before being escort to the seclude Spellbound Bar, nestle behind a non-descript door where magic and mixology awaits. Talent, Magic Castle-sponsored magicians perform incredible feats of illusion in themed rooms and theatrical cocktails are delivered by sleight-of-hand servers. With three nightly offerings at 5 pm, 7 pm and 9 pm at limits capacity, advance bookings are requires with a $149 per person cover charge.
Kai Sushi: Sumptuous Dining Adventures
Additionally Sushi Master Makoto Okuwa offers guests eager to try something new a chance to savor Kai Sushi by Makoto Okuwa – reshaping traditional sushi with a creative approach. Through this exclusive partnership, the Master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa, brings his 25 years of experience to Sun Princess with a new concept crafting playful, exquisitely presents dishes paying tribute to Japanese traditions. Edomae-style sushi is a rather modern Japanese cuisine initially creates by the Edo (old name for Tokyo) fast food businesses during the 1820’s, combining fresh raw fish and cook rice which is seasoned with vinegar.
Chef Okuwa is proud to bring his own variation of sushi appealing to a wide array of palates to Sun Princess. With popular restaurants in Miami, Brazil, Mexico City and Panama and showcasing his skills on Food Network’s popular Iron Chef, Chef Okuwa has recognizes by the prestigious James Beard Foundation. Cover charge is $39/person.
Makoto joins other celebrated collaborators with dining options aboard Sun Princess. In addition to Kai Sushi by Makoto, guests can enjoy “The Butcher’s Block by Dario,” where the world’s most famous butcher, Dario Cecchini, grills up perfectly prepared beef and steak; “The Catch by Rudi” a culinary odyssey curate by renown chef Rudi Sodamin that showcase the ocean’s treasures in an exceptional dinner concept; “Love by Britto” which will offer exquisite cuisine against a backdrop of breathtaking views curate by world-renowned artist Romero Britto; and destination-inspire one-of-a-kind cocktail creations at Good Spirits at Sea from celebrity mixologist Rob Floyd.
Afternoon Tea with Royal Chef Darren McGrady
Chef Darren McGrady, personal chef to Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana, Prince William and Harry, plus serving five U.S. presidents – leads a sophisticated Royal Afternoon Tea with Sun Princess guests in the Good Spirits at Sea Lounge.
Chef McGrady shares his experiences and stories via visual media, interacting with the live host while guests enjoy a spot of tea and the traditional fixings of scones with clotted cream and jam, tea sandwiches, cookies and pastries. Tea pairings include Earl Grey and English Breakfast, along with more exotic varieties like Lapsang Souchong, Assam and Matcha, and guests may request a glass of bubbly for an add charge. Prices at $30 per person, Royal Afternoon Tea is offered on select sea days and can be reserve in advance.
Wine with a Master Winemaker: Sumptuous Dining Adventures
French winemaker Gérard Bertrand, known around the world for his Cote des Rosés, award-winning rosé and several top-selling French wines, hosts a special wine tasting designed especially for Sun Princess wine enthusiasts. At this special event hosted in the Good Spirits at Sea Lounge, Sun Princess guests will be immersed in the flavors of these bio-diverse wines, the landscape and stories of the region as Gérard and his team interact with them through visual media. Guests can reserve this special event, priced at $40 per person.
Menus from Culinary Institute of America: Sumptuous Dining Adventures
Princess Head of Culinary Arts and Master Chef Rudi Sodamin team up with the esteeme Culinary Institute of America (CIA) to craft all-new, delectable Horizons Dining Room menus for the inaugural Mediterranean season for Sun Princess. Under Chef Rudi’s supervision, a team of CIA master chefs will onboard Sun Princess training the brigade of 252 galley team members to serve up memorable dinner menu items.
In addition to these new collaborations, beginning March 1 Princess will serving some of the best beef steaks from Four Sixes® Ranch Brand Beef. Drawing from the traditions and legacy of the 154-year-old Four Sixes Ranch, Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef is nurture on the legendary ranch itself and across a thoughtfully chosen network of ranches. Moreover, these locations prioritize quality, effective range management, and sustainability.
Sun Princess guests sailing on the first three cruises can now book dining reservations in Horizons Dining Room, Sabatini’s, Crown Grill, Kai Sushi by Makoto, The Butcher’s Block by Dario, The Catch by Rudi, Umai Teppanyaki and Umai Hot Pot. In the coming weeks, all guests sailing on upcoming Sun Princess voyages will be able to book additional dining experiences.
The World in a Meal of a Lifetime
A new experience from Princess Cruises will soon transport guests nightly to the Mediterranean – no matter where they’re actually sailing – engaging all of their senses with the tastes, sights, sounds, touches and fragrances of the Mediterranean. The fully-immersive 360: An Extraordinary Experience is the cruise line’s most epic dining experience ever and is now available onboard Discovery Princess and Enchant Princess.
With the 360: An Extraordinary Experience, guests book in suite accommodations are invites to embark on a six senses journey showcasing the spectacular hilltops of Santorini, Amalfi Coast, Barcelona and Provence. Through synchronized authentic storytelling, imagery, music, scents, cuisine and stunning visual film, guests are introduced to local ingredients, artisans, passionate purveyors, and culinary methods simultaneously mirrored with a seven-course gourmet experience including wines that emerge from the story of each destination.
Direction For Better
“360 is a fusion of master storytelling, world-class cuisine, visual entertainment and ground-breaking technology that manifests in what can only be describes as an Extraordinary Experience,” said Princess President John Padgett. “360 is a remarkable adventure that immerses our guests into the compelling cultures and flavors of the Mediterranean in a 90-minute celebration of the senses.”
With two seatings nightly, the hidden venue accommodates 20 guests surround by LED walls in a circular format that places guests into features destinations using stunning 4K cinematography. The Mediterranean takes center stage as guests are drew into the memories of a fellow traveler who relives her adventures and local connections making in each destination as her travel journal comes to life.
360: An Extraordinary Experience is configurable and adaptable, with the Mediterranean taking the debut spotlight. Venue personalization is enable by the OCEAN platform, the Internet of Things platform that powers the exclusive MedallionClass on all Princess ships, and, in addition, each guest receives a unique and limits “360” Princess Medallion that is only available to guests that have participate in the Extraordinary Experience.
Conclusion: Sumptuous Dining Adventures
Moreover, Beloves actress and model Brooke Shields, renown for her extensive modeling, film and TV careers, in addition to her latest entrepreneurial project Beginning Is Now, a global digital platform and brand inspiring women over the age of 40 to live their fullest lives, is the voice of Bethany, the voyager who takes guests on the sensory journey.
Finally, As note, 360 is currently available exclusively for guests books in suite accommodations on Discovery Princess and Enchant Princess. But it is also available for guests sailing on the Discovery Princess or Enchanted Princess who book a future cruise with suite accommodations on any Princess ship, including Princess Premier at non-cancelable rates. But cruisers should know that “invitation” access may be gains from participation in specific “VIP” casino gaming and retail event sailings and programs.
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