Olly Smith
The irrepressible, award-winning wine expert and passionate foodie, Olly Smith heads up The Glass House restaurant and bar with P&O Cruises.
Marco Pierre White
Get to know Marco Pierre White
Known the world over, legendary chef
Marco Pierre White has been pushing the
boundaries of cuisine for over 30 years. Arriving
in London as a 19-year-old with “£7.36, a box
of books and a bag of clothes”, he began his
training as a commis under maestros Albert
and Michel Roux at Le Gavroche. By the age
of 33, he had taken the restaurant scene by
storm when he became the youngest ever chef
to be awarded three Michelin stars. Dubbed
the godfather of modern cooking, Marco is
regarded by many to have single-handedly
put the British culinary scene back on the
gastronomy map.
Today, Marco’s passion for serving up superb
dishes continues with P&O Cruises. His
Celebration Night menus are a treat for all,
and, as patron of The Cookery Club he hosts
masterclasses and dinners when on board
Britannia. And on our Excel class ships, Arvia and
Iona, he will host live cooking demos as well as
Q&A sessions, serving up answers to all of your
culinary qualms.
“The beauty of cooking is it can appeal to
everyone, however skilled. Enthusiasm is key.
I have created masterclasses for The Cookery
Club on Britannia that all guests can enjoy. They
include classic fish pie, chicken pie with pastry
and Italian seafood dishes, which are simple
but full of flavour. When they travel to the
Caribbean, guests can look forward to learning
how to prepare jerk chicken and caramelised
rum-and-coconut bananas, as well as Mexican
and Brazilian street food. There is even a family
class where young budding chefs can come to
learn tricks of the trade" – Marco Pierre White
On-board activities with Marco Pierre White
As patron of The Cookery Club, Marco holds hosted masterclasses and hosted dinners when he’s on board.
An audience with Marco Pierre White
Are you curious about what makes Marco tick? Then
don’t miss this exclusive Q&A session with the iconic
chef. Known as the godfather of British cooking, ask
one of the world’s most famous chefs your burning
questions about his star-studded career.
Book signing with Marco Pierre White
You’ll have the chance to meet and chat to Marco and
buy a personalised signed copy of his latest book. And,
for the perfect holiday memento, don’t forget to have
your photo taken with the culinary legend.
Exclusive live cooking demo with Marco Pierre White
Don’t miss your chance to join culinary legend,
Marco Pierre White, as he hosts a live cookery
demonstration. Learn from one of the world’s most
famous chefs as he shares his techniques and tips for
cooking the perfect risotto dish – an experience not
to be missed.
Marco’s hosted masterclass
Step into The Cookery Club with legendary chef Marco Pierre White for the ultimate culinary experience. After welcoming you to his two hour masterclass held exclusively on Britannia, Marco will be your guide as you learn to cook restaurant-quality food. What better way to master Marco’s techniques than by trying them out first-hand, overseen by the man himself? Dishes cooked and served, it’s time to tuck in and enjoy them together.
The Cookery Club
Even when he’s not with us, you can still learn to cook and present Marco’s dishes, as our chefs host Unmistakably Marco Classes and Unmistakably Marco Dinners to give you the inside track on his recipes and techniques. Cooking done, it’s time to tuck in and enjoy the delicious food you’ve created. Line up this experience at pocruises.com/yourbooking once you’ve booked your holiday, but hurry - places are limited.
Hosted dinner with Marco
What’s better than having your dinner cooked by culinary legend Marco Pierre White? How about tucking into that dinner with Marco and, over a few glasses of good wine, enjoying tales from his glittering career? The godfather of British cooking will prepare three courses as you gather round to watch as he works. Once you’re seated, you’ll enjoy delicious dishes, lively conversation and a selection of wines chosen to complement each course. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for foodies and fans of the world-famous chef.
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2022 Cruises from Southampton with Marco Pierre White
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2023 Cruises from Southampton with Marco Pierre White
On-board venues
with Marco Pierre White
Celebration Night
One of the highlights of any cruise is the Celebration Night. On these glamorous occasions, a gourmet dining experience is available to everyone. Our Celebration Night menus have been created personally by the legendary godfather of British cooking, Marco Pierre White. Some of Marco’s favourite dishes are celebrated in the five-course menu. And, you can complete this wonderful experience by treating yourself to one of our speciality wines, including three exclusive Bon Viveur blends created by Olly Smith.
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Ocean Grill
Marco’s philosophy is clear to see (and taste) at Ocean Grill – to create something special and memorable, but above all wholly enjoyable. In the spirit of all great London grill restaurants, you can savour mouth-watering steaks and seafood in a relaxed, yet sophisticated ambience. As you would expect from one of the world’s leading chefs, attention to detail is paramount, and provenance and quality are key. The dishes, while simple, are masterfully presented, delivering exceptional flavours. Available on board Arcadia for a small cover charge. A supplement is also payable on selected dishes.
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What Marco has to say about P&O Cruises...
“I have been working with P&O Cruises for many years so there aren’t many of their itineraries I haven’t travelled on! I always enjoy seeing the beautiful Norwegian Fjords and I can’t wait to sail on Iona to this region. The thing that impresses me most is that nothing is too much trouble for the crew, they all have a great attitude.” – Marco Pierre White
Discover P&O Cruises Food Heroes Experiences
Food Heroes Experiences
We work with our Food Heroes, to bring you innovative, delicious menus and exclusive foodie experiences.
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