Oceania Cruises has revealed two new dining concepts aboard Oceania Sonata, the first ship in its Sonata Class, set to launch in August 2027.
La Table par Maîtres Cuisiniers de France will be the only restaurant at sea endorsed by the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, seating 18 guests with menus created by executive culinary directors Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale alongside invited Master Chefs of France. The venue will also host the Dom Pérignon Experience, a six-course tasting menu paired with vintage champagnes.
Nikkei Kitchen will join La Table as a new culinary experience, introducing cuisine that blends Peruvian ingredients with Japanese techniques, developed with chef Gustavo Sugay. The menu will highlight seafood, citrus, soy-based sauces and peppers, reflecting the origins of Nikkei cuisine in the late 19th century. Nikkei Kitchen will be part of the ship’s included speciality dining options, available without reservations.
Oceania Sonata will also feature 10 established dining venues, including Jacques, Red Ginger, Polo Grill and Toscana. The ship will accommodate 1,390 guests, with 30 per cent of suites, and will be the ninth vessel in the fleet.
“Oceania Sonata represents an incredible opportunity to reimagine the future of our culinary programme, while still offering the culinary concepts our guests know and love,” said Jason Montague, chief luxury officer of Oceania Cruises. “La Table and Nikkei Kitchen are emblematic of what sets Oceania Cruises apart… these new culinary concepts reflect our continued commitment to innovation, and our commitment to serve The Finest Cuisine at Sea.”
Quaretti added: “These restaurants are not just simply new onboard venues; they are the embodiment of chef Barale’s and my shared dedication to our culinary craft, and we are excited to share more about these special experiences in the coming months. La Table has allowed us to create a dining experience that honours the heritage of French gastronomy, a cuisine that we are passionate about, and propels it forward. With the addition of Nikkei Kitchen, we’re able to celebrate bold, global flavours in unexpected, fresh ways.”
