MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS BY CRUISE IN 2021

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the leading luxury cruise line, is known for its unparalleled gastronomic experience. For guests who are also culinary connoisseurs, Regent recommends seven extraordinary European cruises in 2021. Each itinerary offers the opportunity to dine at a Michelin-starred restaurant in a destination on your route. Bon voyage and bon appétit.

Those who enjoy taking luxury cruises are often also a connoisseur when it comes to dining. Cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has put together seven extraordinary European cruises for 2021 that will allow visitors to visit Michelin-starred restaurants according to the moods the cruise ships visit. Bon voyage en bon appétit!Text: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
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La Vague d'Or in Saint-Tropez, France

On August 22, 2021, Seven Seas Mariner® will leave the capital of Italy, Rome, via various destinations in Italy, France and Spain, arriving ten nights later in Monte Carlo in Monaco. Visits include Livorno in Italy, Toulon in France and Ibiza in Spain. On the penultimate day, the ship will not depart from the port of Saint-Tropez in France until around 23:00 PM, providing the perfect opportunity to enjoy dinner at La Vague d'Or, recognized with three stars. In an exclusive hotel surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the sea, chef Arnaud Donckele prepares Mediterranean dishes with a nod to Normandy, where his roots lie.

Le Pressoir d'Argent in Bordeaux, France

From August 19, 2021, Seven Seas Voyager® will sail from Southampton in England via France, Spain, Portugal to Barcelona in Spain in ten nights. A highlight of the cruise is a one-night stay in Bordeaux, known for its Caubernet Sauvignon and Merlot wines. In addition to discovering delicious wines, gastronomic connoisseurs can also choose from eight Michelin-starred restaurants that the city has to offer. Le Pressoir d'Argent, for example, by chef Gordon Ramsay, is named after the The name of the restaurant comes from the “Christofle lobster press”, a lobster press that was specially made for the restaurant by the famous silversmith Christofle. The restaurant owes its stars to a perfect execution of the cuisine of the Aquitaine region together with equally good service.

Geranium in Copenhagen, Denmark

On August 6, 2021, Seven Seas Splendor™ will sail from London (Southampton) to Copenhagen in 14 nights. Guests enjoy long summer days, beautiful landscapes and the rich culture of the Baltics visiting ten ports in Norway, Sweden, Latvia, Russia and Finland, including an overnight stay in both Sweden and Russia. And what better way to end the cruise than with dinner at the only restaurant in Denmark with no fewer than 3 Michelin stars; Geranium in Copenhagen. A combination of nature and technology is at the heart of chef Rasmus Kofoed's progressive menu. The dishes cannot be described as anything other than edible art.

Il Ridotto in Venice, Italy

Seven Seas Voyager® will sail from Athens to Rome in ten nights on September 23, 2021. Discover the wonders of Greece, Croatia, Turkey and Italy on this Mediterranean dream cruise. The ship spends a night in Venice harbour, giving guests the perfect opportunity to combine the cruise with dinner at Il Ridotto, one of five Michelin-starred restaurants in the gondola city. Il Ridotto was opened in 2006 by Gianni Bonaccorsi and the menu features seasonal dishes with ingredients from the land and the sea. The small and elegant restaurant has only nine tables, so it is recommended to book in advance.

The Blue Bay in Monte Carlo, Monaco

Seven Seas Mariner® will sail from Barcelona to Monte Carlo, Monaco, visiting the highlights of the Western Mediterranean on a nine-night cruise from September 18, 2021, calling at ports in Spain, France and Italy. Monte Carlo is one of ten neighborhoods in Monaco and is known for its beautiful beaches, casinos and the famous people who live there. No wonder that no fewer than six restaurants with Michelin recognition can be found here. The Blue Bay restaurant is located in the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, even accessible by helicopter as the hotel has its own helipad. Enjoy Mediterranean and Caribbean flavors on the beautiful terrace during an exclusive dinner overlooking the sea.

spondi in Athens, Greece

On October 28, 2021, Seven Seas Splendor™ will depart from the port of Istanbul in Turkey to arrive on mainland Greece in Athens via Kusadasi in Turkey and five Greek islands over seven nights. In the city of ancient Greece there are three restaurants with one Michelin star and one restaurant awarded two Michelin stars: Spondi. The restaurant was the first in Athens to receive this recognition in 2002, with its menu featuring French-inspired dishes paired with Greek, French and Italian wines.

lasarte in Barcelona, ​​Spain

Departing from Venice on September 8, 2021, Seven Seas Mariner® will sail from Venice via several Italian cities and a visit to Greece, Monaco and France to Barcelona, ​​Spain in ten nights. A country known for excellent quality cuisine, it is no wonder that Barcelona has no fewer than 20 restaurants with one or more Michelin stars. For example, there is Lasarte, which has earned three stars by offering not just a meal, but a complete journey for your taste buds. Authentic Spanish and Catalan dishes with a modern twist are the pride of the menu composed by chef Martin Berasategui.

Both at sea and on land

While guests discover the culinary highlights of Europe, Regent Seven Seas Cruises also offers unparalleled gastronomic experiences on board its ships. Specialty restaurants can be found on board each of the ships, offering culinary experiences that rival those found on land. Compass Rose, for example, offers an extensive range of personalized and refined dishes, served on Versace tableware. Compass Rose offers Authentic Italian specialties and quality wines are the order of the day at Sette Mari at La Veranda, where guests can also enjoy al fresco dining.