An unforgettable culinary voyage aboard MSC Magnifica

It’s ‘Bon voyage’ to guests aboard MSC Magnifica as she departed from Genoa, Italy for MSC Cruises’ second world cruise. Guests aboard MSC Magnifica will discover the world without having to unpack their suitcase during their 117-day trip of a lifetime.

Guests aboard MSC Magnifica‘s world cruise will not only visit 43 amazing destinations across 5 continents but also live a true gastronomic journey through a uniquely international onboard dining programme from ten award-wining chefs from around the globe.

The chefs will join the cruise at different intervals to prepare a complete menu from three to four dishes for guests. These special menus have been created to reflect the chef’s culinary flair and bring flavours of the world cruise destinations to life.

Duck Royal and cream of foie gras with onions by Ramon Freixa

During each exclusive dinner, the chefs will be on hand to greet the guests in person, while they enjoy their dishes. If that wasn’t enough, guests will also be able to take part in a culinary demonstration held by most of the chefs, giving them the opportunity to see them in action and learn how to prepare newly discovered cuisines once back on land.

The impressive line-up of chefs includes:

Two Michelin starred Spanish Chef Ramón Freixa

Chef Ramón Freixa is known for his ability to create a balance between tradition and avant-garde, taking his inspiration from his Mediterranean roots. He will bring his excellence in Spanish gastronomy with an innovative and modern style for guests.

Veteran Brazilian Chef and restauranteur Allan Vila Espejo

Chef Allan Vila Espejo will present his signature menu introducing guests to his rich culture and take on Brazilian fine dining.

Bake Off Argentina star Chef Christophe Krywonis

Trained in Paris, chef Krywonis has pioneered his craft in French cuisine and will bring guests to his own take on French gastronomy at its bests.

MasterChef Colombia jury member Chef Jorge Rausch

Chef Jorge Rausch is best known for his innovative and modern style infused and inspired by his Colombian roots.

Chef James Berckemeyer

Peruvian Chef James Berckemeyer chef will introduce guests to a refined and modern spin on comfort food and “hearty meals with a little taste of home”.

Internationally-renowned Japanese-American Chef Roy Yamaguchi

Guests will discover a menu enriched with Asian flavours and Hawaiian fusion cuisine presented by Japanese-American Chef Roy Yamaguchi.

Sydney Morning Herald’s “Chef of the Year”, French-Canadian Chef Serge Dansereau

Arguably Quebec’s most famous chef, Dansereau will delight guests’ taste buds with an exclusive menu inspired by France with an international twist.

Acclaimed Chinese Chef Jereme Leung

Bringing guests his contemporary interpretation of Chinese cuisine. Along with a modern approach to presentation, guests will be inspired by Chef Leung’s mouth-watering menu.

Decorated Indian-American Chef Vikas Khanna

Michelin starred Chef Khanna will create a delicious menu inspired by his Indian heritage.

Three Michelin starred German Chef Harald Wohlfahrt

Joining the ship for the last leg of her journey, Chef Wohlfahrt will showcase his passion for haute cuisine and love for natural and fresh ingredients.

While it may be to late to join MSC Magnifica on her 117-day culinary voyage of a lifetime, there are still some cabins available for the MSC World Cruise departing in January 2021 and January 2022 on board MSC Poesia.

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