Oceania Allura’s new godparents give a hint of what is to come on Oceania’s Cruises newest ship that will be christened in Miami on Nov. 13.

The luxury cruise line will team up with a selection of Food & Wine Best New Chefs alumni who will serve as godparents. The groundbreaking move reflects the brand’s unwavering dedication to gastronomy and innovation.

“The soul of Oceania Cruises has always been deeply rooted in extraordinary cuisine,” Jason Montague, chief luxury officer of Oceania Cruises, said in a press release.

“By naming Food & Wine Best New Chefs alumni as the godparents of Oceania Allura, we’re paying homage to the future of food and the creative forces driving it forward,” Montague said. “It’s a celebration of passion, talent and the global language of gastronomy.’

Since 1988, Food & Wine Best New Chefs program has honored more than 400 rising culinary stars who are redefining how we cook, eat and connect through food. The alumni includes some of the most influential figures in modern cuisine.

Now, in a first for the cruise industry, a group of these culinary innovators will serve as the ceremonial godparents of Oceania Allura, marking the first time this prestigious title has ben awarded to a group of chefs.

“Food & Wine Best New Chefs have helped shape the future of dining through their creativity, innovation and bold ideas for more than three decades,” Hunter Lewis, editor in chief of Food & Wine, said in a press release.

“Oceania Cruises share that same spirit of discovery, creativity and excellence, making this a meaningful opportunity to honor the lasting impact these chefs have had on the culinary world. We’re thrilled to team up with Oceania Cruises in this unprecedented tribute to the visionaries behind today’s most exciting cuisine,” Lewis said.

Oceania Cruises’ newest 1,200-guest ship, Oceania Allura promises an elevated onboard experience defined by personalized service, a relaxed ambiance and some of the finest cuisine at sea.

With more than 270 brand-new recipes, an expansive hands-on Culinary Center and accompanying Chef’s Studio, the return of Oceania Cruises’ signature French restaurant Jacques; and new inventive Nikkei dishes recently announced as additions to the menu in its popular pan-Asian venue, Red Ginger, Oceania Allura is pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Oceania Cruises’ eight small luxury ships carry a maximum of 1,250 guests and feature excellent cuisine and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe.

The small ships call on more than 600 marquee and boutique ports in more than 100 countries on seven continents on voyages that range from seven to more than 200 days. Oceania Cruises has two additional ships on order scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 or 2029.

Photo courtesy of Oceania Cruises

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