{"id":6144,"date":"2025-10-24T05:58:01","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T05:58:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/?p=6144"},"modified":"2025-10-24T06:02:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T06:02:45","slug":"royal-princess-named-2025-worlds-best-culinary-cruise-ship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/princess-cruises\/royal-princess-named-2025-worlds-best-culinary-cruise-ship","title":{"rendered":"Royal Princess Named 2025 World\u2019s Best Culinary Cruise Ship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Princess Cruises has proudly announced that its Royal Princess has been named the 2025 \u201cWorld\u2019s Best Culinary Cruise Ship\u201d by the World Culinary Awards. This award is a major recognition, highlighting the ship\u2019s exceptional dining experiences and dedication to culinary excellence.<\/p>\n<p>The winners of the World Culinary Awards are chosen by a mix of culinary experts, industry professionals, and food enthusiasts from around the globe. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the culinary world and honor those who consistently deliver top-quality cuisine and memorable dining experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Sami Kohen, Princess Cruises\u2019 vice president of food and beverage, expressed her excitement, saying, \u201cBeing honored as the world\u2019s best culinary cruise ship is an incredible achievement and a true testament to the dedication and creativity of our entire food and beverage team.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She added that this recognition reflects the passion and skill of the team that works tirelessly to make every meal a special experience for guests.<\/p>\n<p>Kohen also highlighted the ship\u2019s commitment to quality ingredients and unique dining experiences. \u201cFrom our culinary and wine partnerships to our focus on fresh, locally inspired ingredients, we\u2019re proud to deliver memorable dining moments that create exceptional sailing memories,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>The Royal Princess offers a variety of dining options for every taste. Some of the notable venues include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crown Grill<\/strong> \u2013 The ship\u2019s signature steakhouse serves premium aged beef and fresh seafood cooked to order, offering a classic fine-dining experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sabatini\u2019s Italian Trattoria<\/strong> \u2013 Recently refreshed with inspiration from Tuscan winemakers Frescobaldi, the menu features traditional Tuscan recipes and a special \u201cGrand Tuscan Dinner\u201d for guests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chef\u2019s Table Lumiere<\/strong> \u2013 A culinary journey featuring Champagne, hors d\u2019oeuvres, and a multi-course dinner prepared by expert chefs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar<\/strong> \u2013 Perfect for seafood lovers, offering a selection of fresh ocean treasures, including sashimi and sushi rolls.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Caymus Winemaker\u2019s Dinner<\/strong> \u2013 Guests can enjoy multi-course meals paired with wines from Napa Valley\u2019s famous Caymus Vineyards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alfredo\u2019s Pizzeria<\/strong> \u2013 Voted \u201cBest Pizza at Sea,\u201d this venue serves individual pizzas crafted by 13-time World Pizza Champion Chef Tony Gemignani, with beer and wine available by the glass.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Princess Cruises also shared travel plans for the Royal Princess. This winter, the ship will sail round-trip from Los Angeles, offering itineraries along the California Coast and Mexico. In summer 2026, the Royal Princess will head to Alaska, giving guests the chance to combine spectacular destinations with award-winning dining experiences.<\/p>\n<p>With this recognition, Princess Cruises continues to set the standard for culinary excellence at sea, giving travelers unforgettable food experiences on every voyage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Princess Cruises has proudly announced that its Royal Princess has been named the 2025 \u201cWorld\u2019s Best Culinary Cruise Ship\u201d by the World Culinary Awards. 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