Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Seabourn, a pioneer in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, is unveiling the next chapter in its acclaimed culinary offerings with the introduction of Solis, a new upscale dining venue dedicated to celebrating Mediterranean cuisine inspired by the destinations visited by Seabourn’s ultra-luxury fleet. As a remarkable addition to Seabourn’s onboard culinary repertoire, Solis promises a selection of vibrant, contemporary Mediterranean dishes crafted with freshness and flair, offering a culinary journey that bursts with color and character. The debut of Solis is scheduled for January 2024 on board Seabourn Quest, followed by a rollout across Seabourn Encore, Seabourn Ovation, and Seabourn Sojourn by Spring 2024.
This fine dining experience has been meticulously curated to infuse Seabourn’s distinctive elegance and sophistication into its fleet of ultra-luxury ships, ensuring that every dining experience becomes a truly unforgettable occasion. Designed to engage all the senses, Solis will transport guests to the Mediterranean through surprising and delightful culinary moments, including whimsical cocktails, vibrant plating, and elevated flavor combinations. The redesigned dining space aims to evoke the warm glow of the Mediterranean sun.
Solis is the result of a collaboration with long-time Seabourn partners, Master Chef and Culinary Partner Chef Anton Egger, and Senior Corporate Chef Franck Salein. Their extensive Michelin-level expertise, combined with a deep understanding of Seabourn’s guests, has played a pivotal role in elevating the brand’s culinary offerings to rival the finest restaurants globally. The culinary team, under the guidance of Chef Egger and Chef Salein, excels in delivering a diverse array of meticulously prepared and beautifully presented dishes to cater to different appetites.
Natalya Leahy, President of Seabourn, expressed, “Culinary excellence is integral to our ultra-luxury experiences, and we are dedicated to continually innovating to delight our guests with unparalleled dining options. Solis is a direct response to the feedback from our guests, and our team has worked diligently over the past months to bring this vision to life. Solis will provide a vibrant, chic atmosphere with uplifting background music and a menu that captures the essence of our cherished travel memories. An evening at Solis promises to create lasting Seabourn Moments and memories for our guests.”
Solis will introduce a diverse menu inspired by the rich and tantalizing flavors of the Mediterranean, including dishes influenced by the Rivieras, central Mediterranean, and Greek flavors from the eastern Mediterranean. Each dish is envisioned as a masterpiece of flavor, presentation, artistry, and a narrative of travel memories.
Solis will present an enticing array of culinary creations, including unique dishes like Piquillos De La Mama – featuring Basque piquillo peppers paired with fresh Murcia goat milk cheese on country bread crostini; Branzino – a Whole Sea Bass baked in a sea salt and fresh thyme crust, complemented by artichokes and tomatoes; Bistecca Alla Fiorentina – a Tuscan-style grilled beef porterhouse steak; and Spiced Lamb Shank – a Chargrilled smoked eggplant dish with tahini, pomegranate, roasted pine nuts, and labneh. The menu will also offer a diverse selection of vegetarian and vegan options.
In addition to the culinary delights, guests can immerse themselves in a refined experience with Seabourn’s recently introduced vintage cocktail menu. This collection of classic cocktails is meticulously crafted to perfection by a team of skilled mixologists, featuring iconic drinks like the timeless Kir Royale and Negroni, as well as the always-popular Aperol Spritz. Each beverage is carefully designed to be a masterpiece, both in terms of flavors and aesthetics.
The debut of Solis marks the end of Seabourn’s eight-year culinary partnership with Chef Thomas Keller, scheduled to conclude by Spring 2024.
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