The new exclusive partnership between Princess Cruises and Dario Cecchini, the most renowned butcher in the world, is based on a mutual love of tradition, cuisine, and holidays. The new specialty impromptu restaurant “The Butcher’s Block by Dario” is a part of this cooperation and will debut in February 2024 aboard the next Sun Princess.
Eight generations of fathers have taught their sons how to run Cecchini’s butcher shop and restaurants in the Tuscan town of Panzano, Italy, and he has more than 48 years of expertise. Through the use of different types of meat and the inclusion of his grandmother’s recipes, which he fell in love with as a child, Cecchini, who is featured on Netflix’s well-known “Chef’s Table,” is known for his compassion for the animals and efforts to restore respect to the butchering craft.
The Butcher’s Block by Dario, a unique unplanned experience with a sizable shared, family-style table serving up a carnivore’s fantasy, debuts on deck 9 of the new Sun Princess. Including Cecchini’s famous cuts of beef and steak, this luxury dining establishment serves food that is expertly cooked.
Additionally, Cecchini will create a sophisticated, upmarket cuisine for Crown Grill, the cruise line’s signature restaurant. The famous “Bistecca Alla Fiorentina,” a rare Florentine steak served with the bone, is prominently listed on the menu. It is directly imported from Panzano’s renowned Antica Macelleria Cecchini butcher shop.
According to Cecchini, “Princess’ culinary offerings embody a rich Italian heritage, uniting a shared passion for family recipes, lively social dining, and a love of celebrating every day of life.” “My life as an artesian butcher holds deep significance because I hold a profound respect for the gift of the animal, and I ensure that shines through when guests enjoy my new restaurant and delectable menus sailing the world on the beautiful Sun Princess.”
In addition to The Butcher’s Block by Dario and Crown Grill, previously announced speciality restaurants on Sun Princess include Kai Sushi, a modern sushi bar; Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, a Princess favourite serving up fresh-made Italian pasta and unique courses; Umai Teppanyaki, a Sun Princess exclusive offering a fusion of teppan cuisine and showmanship; and The Catch by Rudi, from renowned Chef Rudi Sodamin featuring treasures from the seas.
Customers will enjoy everything the Sun Princess brings to the table, from fine dining to casual, from sumptuous to healthy, according to John Padgett, CEO of Princess. “Princess is dedicated to creating the finest experiences for guests spanning all cultures, tastes, and preferences,” he added.
29 brand-new, exclusive dining and lounge options will be available to guests at Sun Princess, offering delectable excursions, exciting feasts, opulent drinks, and gratifying snacks. The Sun Princess’s three-story main dining room, Horizons, enhances the dining experience with breathtaking wake views, natural light, art sculptures, and delicious meals served by hospitable waitstaff.
The 4,300-passenger, 175,500-ton Sun Princess, which is now being built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, will also have opulent staterooms and suites in a range of categories as well as an assortment of thrilling new entertainment and activity options.
Since it features the most sun decks and balconies of any Princess ship, passengers may take advantage of the sunshine and pristine waters of the Mediterranean and Caribbean from the comfort of their stateroom. The Arena! represents an advancement and the most technologically advanced Princess Theatre design, while The Dome, a transforming entertainment space inspired by Santorini’s terraces, is the perfect place to decompress.
The addition of the special Princess Medallion on Sun Princess would strengthen Princess’ position as a leader in providing the exceptional personalized experiences typical of small ships while utilizing only the best large ship amenities.
Sales are under underway for the inaugural 2024 sailings of Sun Princess to the Mediterranean, Europe, and the Caribbean.
Source- Travel daily