If you believed that gourmet dining on cruise ships couldn’t improve, think again. Oceania Cruises, famous for its culinary excellence and focused voyages, has unveiled a new era of its Grand Dining Room menus. Set to launch aboard the Allura, their latest vessel that can accommodate 1,200 guests starting July 2025, these updated menus will incorporate over 270 new recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
A Culinary Odyssey Like No Other
The Grand Dining Room forms the core of the exclusive culinary experience that Oceania Cruises offers aboard its eight small, lavish vessels. The new menus promise sophisticated flavors, innovative techniques, and exquisite presentations sure to please even the most discerning diners.
Breakfast Reimagined
Breakfast has received a refreshing touch, featuring more than 30 new recipes, which include:
- Eggs Benedict Florentine: Crafted with creamy spinach, crispy bacon, and silky hollandaise.
- Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict: Showcasing smoked salmon and luxurious hollandaise.
Rotating daily specials augment the excitement, including:
- Zucchini Waffle with Smoked Salmon and Yoghurt Sauce.
- Breakfast Sliders featuring scrambled eggs, ham, and bacon on brioche.
- Mexican Burrito filled with scrambled eggs, sausage, guacamole, and cheddar.
Lunch: A Parisian Bistro at Sea
At midday, the Grand Dining Room morphs into La Brasserie, serving authentic French bistro-style dishes. The revamped lunch menu features a rotating vegetarian main, an artisanal cheese selection, and a curated charcuterie platter. Highlights include:
- Blanquette De Veau: A comforting veal stew in creamy sauce.
- Coq Au Vin: Juicy chicken paired with tagliatelle.
Dinner: An Artistic Culinary Experience
Evenings aboard Allura promise to be spectacular with over 200 new dinner recipes blending global cuisines with modern cooking techniques. The refreshing menu has a Chef’s Recommendations section that highlights dishes chosen by Chef Alexis Quaretti and his elite culinary team.
Notable new appetizers include:
- Scallop Panna Cotta with Caviar: A luxurious contrast of silky texture and savory depth.
- Pâté en Croûte Arlequin: Accompanied by mango chutney mousseline.
Meet Allura: The Embodiment of Luxury
Allura is Oceania Cruises’ eighth vessel and the second in their Allura Class ships, following the highly praised Vista, launched in May 2023.
Enhanced service, culinary excellence, and spacious accommadations define this luxurious experience. Enjoy abundant amenities in this luxurious environment, including complimentary beverages and unlimited Wi-Fi.
Final Thoughts
Chef Quaretti summarizes the philosophy behind these new menus:
“In crafting these new dishes, I drew deep inspiration from my childhood, family life, and of course, from across my career. Every dish embodies a simple philosophy: honour the past, savour the present, and focus on flavours that leave a lasting impression.”
With a commitment to ‘The Finest Cuisine at Sea®’, Oceania Cruises continuously raises the standard for luxury cruising.
Are You Ready to Begin a Culinary Adventure? Visit Oceania Cruises for details about their luxurious small ships, exquisite cuisine, and expertly curated travel experiences.
