Oceania Cruises has unveiled details of its new culinary venue, the Crêperie, debuting on Allura, its newest ship launching in July 2025. The Crêperie, located next to Baristas, the line’s signature coffee bar, will offer a selection of tempting French crêpes, Bruxelles waffles and bubble waffles, alongside Italian ice cream sundaes.

Oceania Cruises’ Executive Culinary Directors and resident Master Chefs of France, Alex Quaretti and Eric Barale, have developed more than 20 recipes for the new venue. As well as classics such as French crêpe Suzette and Bruxelles waffles guests will have the opportunity to customise and create their own perfect sweet treats. 

“Allura, our eighth elegant small ship, represents the next step in Oceania Cruises’ evolution and a new way of exploring the world. Food is at the heart of everything we do at Oceania Cruises; The Finest Cuisine at Sea® is not just a tagline, it’s a philosophy which drives our whole business,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “With this addition on board Allura, our guests have never had more choice in what to eat and when – and of course all our dining venues on board are included for all guests free of charge.”

Chef Alex Quaretti added: “We cannot wait for Allura to join the fleet, and the new Crêperie concept is a great addition to our onboard culinary venues. Located next to Baristas, and just around the corner from the very popular Bakery, the new Crêperie completes this sociable and temptingly delicious corner of the ship. I know our guests will be delighted by the range of delicious fluffy waffles, delicate crêpes, and myriad flavours of Italian ice cream served in a bubble waffle wrap, cone or bowl – the challenge will be choosing which toppings. Among my personal favourites is the French crêpe with Nutella and whipped cream – it reminds me of being taught how to cook the perfect crêpe by my grandmother when I was growing up.”

The Crêperie will be the 12th dining venue on board Allura, joining:

• The Grand Dining Room – The Grande Dame of the fleet’s dining venues offering an abundance of choice every day, including Jacques Pepin’s French classics, dishes inspired by global destinations, to a four-course food and wine pairing option 

• The Terrace Café - offering international cuisine with a panoramic seaside terrace

• Polo Grill - a classic steakhouse

• Toscana – Italian specialties

• Red Ginger – pan-Asian cuisine  

• Ember - American classics with a modern twist

• Aquamar Kitchen – wellness-inspired cuisine with a hint of indulgence

• Waves Grill – poolside gourmet sandwiches and signature burgers by day; al fresco pizzeria by night

• The Bakery at Baristas – freshly baked French and Italian pastries 

• Afternoon Tea at Horizons – time for tea at 4pm sharp every day

• Privée - guests can celebrate truly special occasions with the ultimate private dining experience 

Allura will be the eighth vessel for Oceania Cruises and is the line’s second 1,200-guest Allura Class ship. She follows her sister ship, Vista, which launched in May 2023. With one chef for every 10 guests, five speciality dining venues, including the line’s newest signature restaurants, Ember and Aquamar Kitchen, all dining on board is free of charge. Also on offer is an expansive Culinary Center and accompanying Chef’s Studio, where epicurean secrets will be shared by the talented onboard Chef Instructors, food and wine pairing experiences, including demonstrations during exclusive Sommelier’s Choice and Cellar Master’s Classic Wine Pairing Luncheons.

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