Known as the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, Oceania Cruises is introducing new Relaxed Yet Refined dining venues across its fleet of eight small, luxurious ships. In the spotlight are the new sushi and Indian cuisine offerings at Terrace Café as well as an updated poolside lunch menu at Waves Grill.
Oceania Cruises President, Frank A Del Rio, said, “Food is the foundation of what we do on board each of our ships, and globally, in the destinations we visit. We are renowned for serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea, as it is at the very core of our business.”
At the Terrace Café, guests will find a daily sushi station as well as Indian Corner both open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The sushi station will feature 45 brand-new recipes, curated by Executive Culinary Directors Chefs Alex Quaretti and Eric Barale, including two types of sashimi per day, two types of uramaki, three kinds of nigiri, and a daily vegetarian option. Additionally, the new Indian Corner, operating once per cruise during dinner, will feature 15 authentic Indian recipes.
“Our staff hails from every corner of the globe and being able to bring their knowledge and their experience to the table, literally, is a wonderful thing,” said Chef Alex.
Oceania Cruises’ poolside lunch venue, Waves Grill, has been revamped to include more than 20 new options. Guests will find new options of cold sandwiches, hot sandwiches and burgers. Some of the featured burgers include the cruise line’s signature Surf & Turf Wagyu burger, and a new Philly Cheesesteak.
“Beauty lies in the simplicity of how we create The Finest Cuisine at Sea,” said Bernhard Klotz, Vice President of Food and Beverage, “the perfect combination of the most innovative culinary
Chefs Alex and Eric along with their team are reviewing all the menus across the fleet and have more changes on the way before the end of the year. This will include new dishes for Red Ginger, the cruise line’s signature pan-Asian venue; the expansion of wine pairing luncheons; and a fresh menu at The Grand Dining Room.
Koltz added, “Food brings people together, food brings joy; we are here to ensure that every bite of every meal makes our guests smile – from a decadent ice cream sundae by the pool to an exquisite soufflé – The Finest Cuisine at Sea is everywhere on board our ships.”