Oceania Riviera: Luxury Dining at it’s finest!

Refined, polished, elegant, sophisticated-- these are just a few of the many ways to describe Oceania Cruises newest ship, the Riviera!  From the moment you board the ship, you are immersed in a world of ultimate luxury.  So much, that it hardly feels like a cruise ship at all-- more like a five-star hotel, but with all the comforts of home.

A smaller, lighter ship, the Riviera weighs just over 66,000 tons, has a total of 15 decks, and accomodates 1250 guests and an additional 800 staff members.  That means that there's one staff member for every 1.57 guests.

Like all Oceania cruise ships, the Riviera offers a variety of 5-star dining options.  Oceania is known for it’s exquisite dishes, and this ship is no exception! The Oceania Riviera features 7 specialty dining venues, six of which are available with no extra surcharge.

The stately Grand Dining Room features soaring ceilings and a breathtaking luminous crystal chandelier, that spans the entire center of the dining area.  Courses are inspired by European continental cuisine, including dishes served at the world-renowned Canyon Ranch.  Menus change daily.

Perhaps the most talked about restaurant onboard the Riviera cruise ship is “Jacques”.  This french- inspired restaurant was developed by Oceania's world-renown five-star chef Jacques Pépin.  It boasts an elegant décor right down to the rich fabrics, antiques, and exotic wood furnishings, as well as personal art from Jacques’s private collection! Each delectable dish was hand-selected by Jacques himself.  It's a wonderful place to not only enjoy incredible cuisine, but to relax with friends and family.  It is the first ever restaurant to bear the world famous chef's name.  All the dishes are succulent and burst with flavor.  At Jacques, you will not be disappointed.

Red Ginger is yet another fabulous dining option onboard the Riviera.  Its Asian-inspired dishes are sure to please any palate. Its stunning rich red décor is not only comfortable, but contemporary as well, and the food here is to die for!  From it’s Crispy Ginger Calamari, to the Tuna Tataki, you will love every single bite!

Polo Grill is a traditional restaurant, with an intimate setting.  It features rich fabrics, dark woods, white linens, and beautiful leather chairs.  As for the menu, all beef dishes are USDA Prime and dry-aged for at least 28 days.  They also have a tantalizing selection of succulent seafood!  Want a little of both?  The surf and turf is sure to satisfy!

Toscana-- It’s Italy at your finger tips.  Upon entering, you will feel totally immersed in the Tuscan countryside.  The stage is set with wonderful artistic impressions, and the cuisine takes cues from some of Italy's finest restaurants. All of the sommeliers are from long lines of wine producing families, so complementing your food with wonderful vintages is a specialty that will not go unnoticed.

Terrace Cafe-- Whether dining inside or alfresco, this quaint restaurant will tickle your tastebuds with a variety of internationally-inspired Mediterranean cuisine.  From the whole main lobsters to the mouth watering pastas, Terrace Café is the perfect place to relax, eat and enjoy!  Don’t forget to try the White Chocolate Mousse with Berry Compote.  It is devine!

Waves Grill is a poolside, casual dining venue, that features some of your favorite surf and turf specialties!  From the sizzling barbecue to their gourmet burgers, the Waves Grill cuisine is sure to satisfy your every craving!

Privee-- Reserved for special occasions, Privee is OceaniaCruises most indulgent one-of-a-kind experience.  This dining extravaganza is only available to parties of 10 or less.  You can choose to dine from the menu of either Toscana or the Polo Grill, while enjoying utmost privacy onboard the ship.  It's the trifecta of an intimate setting, incredible cuisine, and fabulous views wrapped into one!  No matter how you see it, Privee is a winning combination.

La Reserve--  Make your reservation early!  Only 24 guests per evening will be able to attend this event.  The menu, seven courses in all, is designed exclusively for the evening by Oceania's Executive Chef. It is paired with seven different wines, each one a compliment to the course it's served with.  Menus range from $95.00 to $165.00 per guest, and is well worth every penny!

The Riveria also features many other bars and lounges, as well as 24-hour complimentary room service.

With so many dining options available, how are you going to choose which is best for you?  Here's a hint...

It's your vacation.  Try them all!

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Danton Resuta
Expedia CruiseShipCenters, Nittany Valley HB
www.dantonresuta.cruiseshipcenters.com
Office:  814-682-7232