Anticipation is bubbling aboard Majestic Princess as Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria partners with the legendary Frescobaldi family to bring an authentic taste of Tuscany to the high seas. This collaboration celebrates over 700 years of Tuscan winemaking heritage, filtering centuries of tradition into every dish and sip. With a menu inspired by the Frescobaldis’ famed Florentine restaurant and an exclusive Grand Tuscan Dinner, Princess Cruises elevates its signature specialty dining to new heights of cultural immersion.
A Toast to Tuscan Heritage at Sea
For thirty generations, the Frescobaldi family has cultivated the rolling hills of Tuscany, crafting wines that capture the region’s rich terroir. By joining forces with Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Princess Cruises offers guests a rare opportunity to savour these storied vintages alongside dishes that mirror the simplicity and elegance of Tuscan cuisine. This partnership not only reinforces the cruise line’s dedication to destination-driven experiences but also underscores how authentic culinary traditions can transport diners straight to Italy’s sun-drenched vineyards.
Freshly Crafted Tuscan Flavours
The new Frescobaldi-inspired menu unfolds over five courses—Zuppe e Insalata, Antipasti, Primi Piatti, Secondi Piatti and Dolci—each dish paying homage to time-honoured Tuscan recipes. Guests can dive into a steaming Guazzetto di Cozze e Gamberi, where plump mussels and prawns bathe in a fragrant tomato and white-wine broth.
A refreshing Burrata e Prosciutto Crudo Stagionato 18 Mesi pairs creamy burrata with 18-month-aged prosciutto, cherry tomatoes and peppery arugula to create a harmony of textures. Truffle lovers will relish Fettuccine al Tartufo e Parmigiano, a velvety Parmigiano-Reggiano sauce laced with black truffle and crowned by a crisp parmesan tuile.
The menu continues with delicate Tortello di Ricotta al Pomodoro e Basilico, where handmade pasta envelopes rich ricotta in a zesty cherry-tomato embrace, and Filetto di Branzino e Carciofi Fritti, showcasing pan-seared sea bass alongside crispy fried artichokes. For the grand finale, the Torta Caprese—a flourless almond cake topped with crema Pasticceria, caramelised hazelnuts and chocolate brittle—arrives with a scoop of limoncello mascarpone gelato, all drizzled with premium Frescobaldi olive oil.
The Grand Tuscan Dinner Experience
Once per sailing, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria hosts an intimate Grand Tuscan Dinner, a six-course odyssey through Tuscany’s culinary landscape. The evening begins with Carpaccio Di Mare Mediterraneo, a delicate carpaccio of tuna and scallops accented by caviar and black truffle. Next, Branzino Con Caponata alla Siciliana marries seared sea bass with tangy Sicilian caponata, drizzled with basil oil. Sweet traditions follow with Pinolata Senese, a light Tuscan pine-nut cake, and finish with Cantucci Biscotti Con Grappa di Vino Luce—almond biscotti to dip in grappa. This exclusive dinner carries a cover charge of USD 99 (approx. AUD 147) per person, offering an unforgettable feast paired with fine grappa and select Frescobaldi wines.
New Frescobaldi Wines & Signature Cocktails
Complementing the culinary showcase is an exceptional line-up of Frescobaldi wines, from the bold Mormoreto to the crisp Gorgona Bianco Toscana IGT. To further accentuate these flavours, Sabatini’s introduces five bespoke cocktails reflecting the spirit of Tuscany: the Gorgona Breeze with its citrusy herbal brightness; Rosato Reverie, a sparkling, berry-infused delight; Chianti Sunset, marrying aged amaro and cherry bitters; Pomino Bloom, highlighting white peach and aromatic botanicals; and the Mormoreto Old Fashioned, reimagined with red-wine reduction and Tuscan herbs. Each pour is designed to dance in harmony with the menu’s robust profiles.
Rolling Out Fleetwide
While Majestic Princess leads the charge, this Frescobaldi collaboration will soon reach the entire Princess Cruises fleet. In the coming months, diners across multiple ships can look forward to the same Tuscan-inspired offerings, ensuring that wherever guests sail, a taste of Italy awaits. This expansion reflects the cruise line’s commitment to sharing authentic, destination-centric dining experiences with travellers worldwide.
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Reserve Your Taste of Tuscany Today
Savour the rich flavours of Tuscany on the high seas. Contact S.W. Black Travel to book your Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria Frescobaldi experience and let our experts help you plan a culinary voyage that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
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