Food & Wine Best New Chefs alumni Tavel Bristol-Joseph, Katie Button, Calvin Eng, Aisha Ibrahim, George Mendes, and Lawrence “LT” Smith to serve as Godparents of Oceania Allura at the Christening Ceremony in Miami on November 13, 2025

COURTESY Oceania Cruises: MIAMI, October 13, 2025 – Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, today announced Food & Wine’s acclaimed Best New Chefs franchise will serve as the official godparent of the line’s newest ship, Oceania Allura, which debuted in July 2025 and will be christened in Miami on November 13. This historic collaboration marks the first time the prestigious godparent title has been bestowed upon a culinary brand rather than an individual, underscoring Oceania Cruises’ unwavering commitment to culinary excellence, creativity, and global discovery. Read more...