Crystal cruise line unveils new menus...

Dishes include signatures from the family's three-Michelin-starred Le Calandre restaurant

Crystal has partnered with famed Italian chef Massimiliano 'Max' Alajmo and his family to develop a new menu for its Osteria d’Ovidio fine dining restaurant.

Massimiliano, who became the world's youngest chef to helm a three-Michelin-starred restaurant, brother Raffaele, co-owner of their restaurant group, and son Giovanni, will bring their brand to Crystal’s speciality dining venue located on both Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony later this summer.

Guests have the choice of three tasting menus or can select dishes à la carte from each one. The new menus include 'Italia', featuring Italian classics, such as vitello tonnato (sliced veal in tuna sauce) and tiramisù (lead picture); 'Le Calandre', comprising the signature dishes of the Alajmo family’s flagship restaurant, such as 'Cappuccino di seppie al nero' made with cuttlefish and light potato cream, and 'Venezia': traditional Venetian dishes revisited by Chef Max Alajmo.

Cappuccino di seppie al nero

Vice President of Food and Beverage Operations Gunter Lorenz said: "Massimiliano and Raffaele have crafted a menu that seamlessly blends their Michelin-starred expertise with the spirit of discovery that defines Crystal. Each dish tells a story of passion, artistry and the finest ingredients, creating an unforgettable dining journey at sea."

Chef Alajmo added: "We wanted to craft a menu that evokes emotion, transports guests to the heart of Italy and pays homage to the rich culinary traditions that inspire us.

"Each dish we’ve created for Osteria d’Ovidio is a chapter in a story, one that celebrates the beauty, simplicity and depth of Italian cuisine. It’s about more than just flavours; it’s about creating an experience that lingers long after the meal is over."

For more information, visit crystalcruises.ae. For reservations, call 8000 6512079 (UAE) or +357 26 205 216 (outside of the UAE), or email crystal@luxurycruiseportfolio.com. For travel trade partnerships, contact Head of GCC Sales Daniel Essex on dan@luxurycruiseportfolio.com

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