Food Heroes experiences
Introducing our Food Heroes
Exclusive foodie experiences
On-board activities with our Food Heroes
A world of flavours are waiting for you on our holidays
All of our Food Heroes are masters of their craft, helping us raise the bar with mouth-watering menus that bring to life our itineraries and deliver incredible dining experiences.
As well as a world of flavours waiting for you on our holidays, you can enjoy:
A taste for discovery, by learning what makes our Food Heroes tick at live cooking demos, masterclasses, private hosted dinners and so much more, when they join you on board.
A taste for the exquisite at our Food Heroes on-board dining venues.
A taste for the authentic with our Local Food Heroes bringing the flavours of your destinations to their exclusive on-board menus.
Get to know our Food Heroes
Get to know our Food Heroes as they talk travel, food and flavour whilst catching up over a coffee.
Q&As with our Food Heroes
Learn some fun facts about our Food Heroes as they interview each other.
Our top Food Hero cruises...
Marco Pierre White
Godfather of British cooking
He took the restaurant scene by storm when he became the youngest ever chef to be awarded three Michelin stars… now the godfather of British cooking will be on selected cruises to show you how it’s done with live cooking demos and answer any of your culinary qualms in exclusive Q&As. And as patron of The Cookery Club, Marco will also host masterclasses and dinners when on board Britannia – experiences not to be missed.
Olly Smith
Award-winning wine expert
Join multi-award-winning wine expert, Olly Smith as he brings his infectious charm and enthusiasm to your holiday. As well as choosing the best wines to go with your menus in The Glass House, the popular TV personality and author will be on selected cruises for tasting masterclasses, Q&As and book signings.
José Pizarro
Acclaimed Spanish chef
Don’t miss your chance to meet renowned Spanish chef, José Pizarro. José will share his top tips for the perfect tapas as well as his love of Spanish ingredients – something you can discover for yourself throughout your holiday in The Glass House thanks to the authentic recipes he’s brought to the menu.
Kjartan Skjelde
Norwegian chef and restaurateur
MasterChef Norway judge, Kjartan Skjelde will be sharing his love for the wild and traditional ingredients of his homeland with his six-course tasting menu in Epicurean. And you’ll have the chance to join the acclaimed Nordic chef on selected cruises for his cookery demos and learn about his influences and inspirations in exclusive Q&As.
Shivi Ramoutar
The queen of contemporary Caribbean cooking
With her dishes for Arvia, Shivi will bring the bold flavours, colourful ingredients and joyful style of Caribbean food to new audiences, while adding personal touches that reflect her own journey.
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