More than 270 new recipes created for The
Grand Dining Room including signature breakfast specialties, French
bistro-inspired lunch options, and tempting dinner dishes
MIAMI, Feb. 5, 2025
/PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises®, the world's
leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is thrilled
to announce the next evolution of The Grand Dining Room menus,
debuting aboard the line's newest 1,200-guest ship, Allura™,
launching in July 2025. The
reimagined menus introduce more than 270 brand-new recipes across
all three meal services, distinguished by refined flavors, modern
techniques, and elegant presentations.
The open-seating Grand Dining Room is found aboard each of the
line's eight small, luxurious ships and forms the heart of the
Oceania Cruises culinary experience. New features include a
Signature Eggs Benedict section of the breakfast menu and a lunch
menu inspired by chic French bistro dishes. Its dinner menu
showcases reimagined much-loved classics, such as Beef Wellington
served with a Shiraz red wine sauce, sautéed spinach, and truffle
mashed potatoes; and chermoula butter-roasted Maine lobster with risotto primavera and
bisque jus.
Frank A. Del Rio, President of
Oceania Cruises, said: "We are renowned for The Finest Cuisine at
Sea® and this is not just a tagline; it is a philosophy
which guides everything we do. Dining is the cornerstone of the
Oceania Cruises experience, and the new menus for The Grand Dining
Room are a shining example of the culinary artistry of our talented
team, led by Chefs Alexis Quaretti and Eric
Barale, our Executive Culinary Directors and resident Master
Chefs of France. Every dish
reflects craftsmanship, passion, and unparalleled quality perfectly
aligning with the warmth and elegance of the onboard experience and
service that our guests cherish."
Chef Quaretti added: "In crafting these new dishes, I drew deep
inspiration from my childhood, family life, and of course, from
across my career, including collaborations with renowned Chef
Jacques Pépin, our culinary
patriarch. Other inspirations for new menu items are especially
personal, such as the Mousse au Chocolat de Marnie Huguette, which uses my grandmother's
cherished recipe and is re-created with the same care and precision
she taught me. This dish, like every creation served on board our
ships, embodies a simple philosophy: honor the past, savor the
present, and focus on flavors which leave a lasting
impression."
A Breakfast Tradition, Perfected
Breakfast in The
Grand Dining Room has been expertly revitalized with eloquent
presentations, balanced portions, and more than 30 new recipes. A
new section of the menu, Signature Eggs Benedict, takes center
stage, offering the classic breakfast favorite plus variations such
as Eggs Benedict Florentine, layered with creamed spinach, crispy
bacon, and velvety hollandaise; and Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict,
featuring smoked salmon beneath the golden, buttery sauce.
A rotating selection of daily specials adds variety and
creativity to the morning menu, including a zucchini waffle with
smoked salmon and yogurt sauce; breakfast sliders with scrambled
eggs, ham, and crispy bacon on brioche; and the Mexican burrito,
filled with scrambled eggs, sausage, guacamole, and cheddar.
A Parisian Bistro at Sea: La Brasserie Lunch
Experience
At lunchtime, The Grand Dining Room transforms
into La Brasserie, offering authentic French bistro-inspired
dishes. This reimagined midday menu features a rotating vegetarian
main course, an artisanal cheese plate, and a curated charcuterie
platter.
Standout dishes include Blanquette De Veau à L'Ancienne, a veal
stew simmered in a creamy sauce with vegetables and fragrant pilaf
rice; and traditional Coq Au Vin,
featuring chicken braised in red wine and paired with tagliatelle
pasta.
Classic American favorites also make an appearance, such as the
Oceania Cruises signature cheeseburger, crafted with ground chuck
steak, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and onion on a homemade bun; and
the French dip sandwich, where thinly sliced roasted striploin
meets a buttery roll and rich beef jus.
An Artful Approach to Dinner
For the evening meal
service, The Grand Dining Room's dinner menu features more than 200
new recipes, blending refined influences from global cuisines with
a modern, balanced approach. The refreshed menu introduces a
section of Chef's Recommendations, which spotlights dishes
hand-selected by Chef Quaretti and his team of Executive Chefs.
New appetizers include a Scallop Panna Cotta with caviar, which
delivers a delicate contrast of silkiness and briny depth; and Pâté
en Croûte Arlequin paired with a mango chutney mousseline,
balancing richness with a bright, tangy finish. Plus, a sautéed
Duck Foie Gras escallop, complemented by rhubarb compote,
gingerbread crouton, and hibiscus flower sauce, which boasts a
luxurious depth of flavor with a delicate contrast of sweet and
savory.
Standout entrées include a slow-cooked Korean BBQ beef short rib
layered with deep, umami-rich flavors, complemented by bok choy and
pickled vegetables; and a decadent seafood vol-au-vent, filled with
scallops, shrimp, salmon, and black mussels, delicately encased in
puff pastry and accompanied by a velvety mustard sauce and tender
green asparagus.
Allura Highlights Include:
Allura is the eighth vessel in Oceania Cruises' fleet and
is the line's second 1,200-guest Allura
Class ship. She follows her sister ship, Vista™,
which launched to great global acclaim in May 2023.
- One chef for every 10 guests, meaning half of the onboard crew
is dedicated to culinary experiences
- A selection of always-included specialty dining venues,
including the line's signature French restaurant, Jacques, and its
wellness-inspired venue, Aquamar® Kitchen
- Attentive, intuitive service: 1,200 guests served by 800 crew
members means two crew members for every three guests
- The most spacious standard staterooms at sea, at an astounding
291 square feet
- Hundreds of immersive small group shore excursions and tours to
choose from on each sailing
- Onboard enrichment, including art classes at Oceania Cruises'
much-loved Artist Loft and numerous guest speakers
- An expansive hands-on Culinary Center and accompanying Chef's
Studio, where epicurean secrets will be shared by the talented
onboard Chef Instructors
- Food and wine pairing experiences, including demonstrations
during exclusive Sommelier's Choice and Cellar Master's Classic
Wine Pairing Luncheons
- A luxurious new library, featuring walls of floor-to-ceiling
glass, oversized chairs, and plush residential furnishings
For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship
luxury, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel
experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak
with a professional travel advisor.
Your World Included™
With our Your World
Included™ brand promise, guests receive a rich selection of
always-included amenities for the ultimate value in ultra-premium
cruising. This means unforgettable dining experiences at Oceania
Cruises' varied, exquisite restaurants are all at no additional
charge. Complimentary specialty coffees, sodas, cold-pressed
juices, and still and sparkling Vero
Water® are served throughout the ship. Unlimited,
free Starlink® WiFi is available in every suite,
stateroom and all public areas. In-room dining features a superb
variety of hot and cold selections. Fruit smoothies, milkshakes,
gelato and gourmet Humphry Slocombe
ice cream are always included. Group fitness classes at
Aquamar® Spa + Vitality Center are free of charge.
Gratuities are included for the ultimate in convenience and value.
Even laundry services are free for all guests. Along with the
line's signature personalized service, Oceania Cruises' guests will
enjoy a seamless, value-packed experience.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises® is
the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line.
The line's eight small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,250
guests and feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea® and
destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated
travel experiences are available aboard the designer-inspired,
small ships, which call on more than 600 marquee and boutique ports
in more than 100 countries on seven continents, on voyages that
range from seven to more than 200 days. Oceania Cruises®
has two additional ships on order scheduled for delivery in 2027
and 2028 or 2029[1]. Oceania Cruises® is a
wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
(NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.
[1] Delivery for the second Oceania Cruises ship
is contractually scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028, but may
be delayed to 2029.
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