One of the most popular aspects of Windstar’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation is its chef-led culinary cruises.
Where Fine Dining Meets the Open Sea: A James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise Read More »
Now in its 11th season, Windstar’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation for chef-hosted cruises continues with a new lineup.
The six acclaimed chefs — José Garzón, Belinda Bishop, mother-daughter duo Kirsten Dixon and Mandy Dixon, Gabriel Kreuther, and David Uygur — will bring their regional culinary expertise and signature dishes to sea and host market tours on their itineraries.
Who’s Cooking on Windstar’s 2026 James Beard Cruises? Meet the Chefs. Read More »
It’s Saturday morning on our 11-day James Beard Foundation cruise through Portugal, Spain and France. “Shop with the chef” is a complimentary excursion offered, (when possible) on specific itineraries.
What It’s Like: Shopping with the Chef in Bordeaux Read More »
We all already know this: Italy is a beautiful country with extensive history and dramatic scenery and yet what keeps us coming back (and we’ve visited both on-land trips and via Windstar cruises from summer to winter) is its culinary and vinophile traditions (among others). Whether the dishes are familiar or not, an Aperol Spritz cocktail, pictured above, simply doesn’t taste the same at home as it does in Taormina!
15 Must-Try Regional Food and Drink Specialties in Italy Read More »
During 10 years of living on and off in Asia, and traveling constantly around this continent, I developed a passionate relationship with its markets. They fed me, entertained me, surprised me and educated me. In many Asian cities, markets are the best places to get your bearings.
In Asia, Markets Embrace Local Culture. Here Are Our Favorites. Read More »
I always thought that all Greek salads were created equal. Our Athens-to-Athens Greek Isles trip aboard Wind Spirit this summer proved me wrong.
In Greece, Putting Food First Aboard Wind Spirit Read More »
Portofino is an enchanting fishing village on the Italian Riviera. Known for being a destination for celebrities, Portofino offers visitors the chance to experience la dolce vita. You can expect to find charming restaurants dishing up regional specialties, water as green as emeralds, dramatic seaside cliffs blanketed in vegetation and pastel-colored homes lining the harbor.
What to Do & Eat in Portofino Read More »
Tobler, in addition to overseeing many crucial functions, including housekeeping and public spaces, is a visionary whose gift for the culinary arts has lifted the line with new accomplishments.
Getting to Know You: Windstar’s Peter Tobler, Director of Hotel Operations Read More »
For all who prefer to experience the Mediterranean through their tastebuds, celebrating Christmas in the region with seasonal culinary traditions offers an authentic European experience. Of course, far better to be exploring the Mediterranean itself during the festive season (and our year-round voyages allow you to do just that). There, between visiting Christmas markets and
Have you ever tasted Puglian wine? This prominent wine-producing region is a wonderful destination for romantics, history buffs and amateur sommeliers alike. Pughlia, a popular region in southeast Italy, is essentially the heel in the boot of Italian geography. Its ports of Taranto and Otranto are popular parts of Windstar’s Bella Italia Southern Italian Romance
Puglia and Its Rich History of Winemaking Read More »
For Windstar, celebrating 10 years of its partnership with the New York-based James Beard Foundation®, means it’s spent the last decade not just significantly upgrading the cuisine served onboard its ships, but also introducing travelers to chefs with diverse backgrounds and approaches to food.
Windstar’s Partnership with James Beard Foundation, 10 Years Strong, Continues Evolving Read More »
One of the most popular themed cruises Windstar has offered over the past decade, its chef-led partnership with the James Beard Foundation, continues in 2025.
Considering a James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise in 2025? Look Who You Could Meet. Read More »
Everyone who loves Greek cuisine, from its more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants to farm-to-table cooking, is aware of how delicious it is. Did you know, though, that it’s one of the most healthy cuisines in the world? As you cruise along Greece’s islands and mainland, the common touch in its culinary offerings is how
20 Must-Try Greek Foods to Taste While Traveling in Greece Read More »
From food carts to upscale cafes on the water, the cuisine in Italy, Spain, France and beyond is just as impressive as the scenery and historical sites.
Try These Amazing Local Foods on Your Mediterranean Cruise Read More »
Japan is an incredible destination known, sure, for art and culture. And yet one of the best ways to dig into life there is through its food. Traditional Japanese food culture has given us many delicious meals we often enjoy, from noodle dishes to sushi, just about anywhere in the world. And yet there’s no
9 Must-Try Foods (and 1 Drink) to Sample on a Cruise Around Japan Read More »
Windstar’s beverage packages are the perfect complement to your cruise. For everyone from wine dabblers to wine connoisseurs, cocktail enthusiasts and spirits lovers, you’re sure to find an option that suits you. Most non-alcoholic beverages aboard Windstar ships are complimentary, but you may want to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail under the setting sun, choose a
Windstar FAQ: Cruise Beverage Packages for Every Taste Read More »
