A special themed cruise, featuring three-time Michelin-starred chef Massimiliano Alajmo and his restaurateur brother and business partner Raffaele, will be hosted aboard the Crystal Cruises ship Crystal Serenity. Sailing from Venice to Athens, between September 8 and 15, the seven-night cruise will showcase the artistry, heritage and innovation of the Alajmo dining experience.
Guests will have rare access to the Alajmo brothers through programming that includes a question-and-answer session and a book signing. It will also feature a guided wine tasting with selections from their cellars led by wine expert Giovanni Alajmo.
Hosted dinners at Osteria d’Ovidio and The Vintage Room, led by Massimiliano and Raffaele, will be available for purchase via My Account from March 12. The dinners will offer an unparalleled opportunity to experience the Alajmo philosophy in an ultra-luxury setting.
The relationship with the Alajmo brothers is a cornerstone of Crystal’s culinary identity. In 2025, they collaborated with Crystal’s chefs to introduce reimagined menus in Osteria d’Ovidio on Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony.
The updates strengthened Crystal’s reputation for delivering Michelin-calibre dining experiences at sea, alongside collaborations with culinary icons such as chef Nobu Matsuhisa, with the only Nobu restaurant at sea, and restaurateur Riccardo Giraudi, who brought Beefbar exclusively to Crystal in 2024.
Gunter Lorenz, Vice President of food and beverage at Crystal Cruises, said: “The evolution of Crystal’s culinary programme has always been rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship and meaningful partnerships with the world’s most respected chefs. Following the successful refresh of the Osteria d’Ovidio menus, this sailing was a natural next fit — bringing Massimiliano, Raffaele and Giovanni onboard to engage directly with our guests and elevate the experience even further through personal storytelling, wine and cuisine.”
Massimiliano Alajmo said: “For us, cooking has always been about sharing emotion, culture and a sense of place. We are very much looking forward to meeting Crystal’s guests in person, exchanging ideas and bringing the spirit of our kitchens to life onboard.”
Rafaelle Alajmo added: “This voyage will allow us to share the Alajmo dining experience in a more personal and meaningful way, and that is something truly special which we cannot wait to experience.”
The September 8 sailing from Venice to Athens on calls at Trieste, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Argostoli and Monemvasia. The cruise is priced from £4,500 per person including all meals and drinks, port taxes and gratuities.
