Crystal Cruises ~ The world's greatest chefs and wine experts join Crystal Cruises on our popular Wine & Food Festival sailings. Watch as celebrated chefs prepare signature dishes for our dinner menus, demonstrate cooking techniques and share the secrets of their culinary artistry. To view a list of Wine & Food Festival voyages, click here. You may partake in a variety of wine “themed” dinners on any evening of your choice during the cruise in the The Vintage Room, a unique dining experience.  By special arrangement with our Head Sommelier, private parties of up to 12 can be arranged. You may choose an array of fine wines from our exclusive Reserve Wine List, then our Executive Chef pairs unique culinary creations to enhance the qualities of the wines chosen. A personal note~ the dining experience on Crystal is worth the price of the voyage. And a most special treat is afternoon tea!

Holland America  The Culinary Arts Center program, presented by Food & Wine magazine, integrates guests' love for fine food and wine with a unique and entertaining experience.

Princess Cruises~ Emerald Princess While many passengers are able to enjoy a tour of the ship's galley during the quiet off-hours, the new Chef's Table offering, will give a select group of gourmands the opportunity to visit the galley at its most busy time - during dinner - and treated to a full evening of memorable sights, tastes and conversation. After the Maitre d' personally escorts the passengers to the galley and introduces them to the executive chef, the group will enjoy French champagne with appetizers. The chef will preview the details of the menu he created for them that evening, and the group will be welcomed to their special table in the dining room.

Regent Seven Seas  You can enjoy elegant dinners and wine-tastings as well as practice your own cooking skills on this delectable Circle of Interest program. Regent's 2008 schedule of food and wine Circles of Interest cruises.

Silversea's Culinary Arts Voyages highlight the passion and talents of renowned international guest chefs, whilst guests aboard Wine Series Voyages will savour every moment of wine tastings surrounded by lush vineyards followed by private tours of world-class wine cellars from Bordeaux, France to Brisbane, Australia and Montevideo, Uruguay.

Seabourn Cruises~ An enticing array of regional tastes distinguishes this cruise featuring special guest culinary expert Arthur Schwartz. Sail away to inviting American enclaves acclaimed for local cuisine. Sample local delicacies from Philadelphia cheesesteaks to Maryland crabcakes. Don’t miss onboard cooking demonstrations and wine tastings, featuring award-winning American vintages. Plus, unique shore excursions promise treats like Charleston’s Low country cuisine, Florida’s succulent wild shrimp and Virginia’s Smithfield hams.

The Barge Company Barge cruising is an intimate and special experience, and some of our cruises can offer special cookery and wine lessons on board. This is an opportunity to experience the delights of France and take away a little more than just a souvenir; a recipe or two from an outstanding chef, a few tips from a wine expert, and the memory of the wine and cuisine to savor for ever…

Cruise West Indulge yourself in the wonderful world of California wine, on a leisurely cruise experience that takes you deep into the famed Napa and Sonoma wine valleys. You will also enjoy a day exploring Sausalito and beautiful San Francisco Bay. Both wine novices and connoisseurs will enjoy tastings and interactive discussions about the history, mystery and delicacies of wine.