COURTESY JRE / SWAN HELLENIC: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain – August 15, 2023 – JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs, in collaboration with Swan Hellenic, launched Maris, a culinary experience that promises to redefine high-end cruise gastronomy. JRE chefs embark on exclusive cultural expedition cruises aboard Swan Hellenic’s luxurious designer ships. Chef Borja Marrero, renowned for his creativity and focus on sustainability at the restaurant MuXgo in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain will embark on the Swan Hellenic SH Diana for the “Mysteries of Carthage and the Moors” voyage from Lisbon to Palermo, taking place from August 17 to 27, 2023.
Maris takes guests on a remarkable journey of gastronomic discovery, where the culinary creativity of JRE chefs is fueled by their dedication to tradition, sustainability, and the use of quality local ingredients. As part of this extraordinary initiative, Chef Borja Mattero will bring his exceptional talent and passion to create truly unforgettable dining experiences.
Born and raised in Gran Canaria, Green Michelin star Chef Borja Marrero has a deep connection with the local cuisine and ingredients unique to his island home. With experience spanning Spain, the USA, and Mexico, he has initiated a KM0 project in Las Palmas, which embodies a completely sustainable and “closed circle” approach. At MuXgo Restaurant, guests experience high quality and creativity fused with the principles of a KM0 approach.
Borja Marrero will be onboard of the SH Diana ship from August 17 to 27, 2023. This journey departing from Lisbon offers a historical odyssey of Portuguese, Spanish, North African, and Italian coastal gems. The curated voyage on a boutique ship promises to be a feast for all the senses. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the passionate culture and flamenco of Seville, wander through North Africa’s most enchanting souks and medinas, and uncover the long-lost secrets of Tunisia’s once mighty Phoenician city, Carthage. This unforgettable 10-night expedition along the North African Coasts concludes in Sicily.
Throughout the voyage, guests will have the privilege of savoring Chef Marrero’s signature dishes, enjoying a specially curated menu for a Gala Dinner, and attending a captivating cooking show. Chef Borja will also lead gastronomic excursions ashore, providing guests with a unique opportunity to explore local culinary traditions and specialties. The cultural immersion in each destination, combined with the chance to interact with the chef, will create unforgettable memories and an enriching experience for all participants.
“We are delighted to partner with Swan Hellenic,” said Daniel Lehmann, President of JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs. “This is a unique opportunity for us to bring our international gastronomic expertise to discriminating connoisseurs on exceptional voyages around the world”.
About JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs
JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs is an association of young restaurateurs and chefs with one common goal in mind: to share our talent and love for food with like-minded individuals. We are proud to have over 375 restaurants and 160 hotels, spread across 15 different countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Germany, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs chefs combine deep passion, culinary expertise, and an appreciation for local ingredients and tradition. Their restaurants provide a captivating atmosphere, showcasing their outstanding cooking skills.
About Swan Hellenic
Swan Hellenic, the pioneer of cultural expedition cruising, has a history of innovative, in-depth exploration. Voyaging in elegant ice-class expedition ships across seven continents, they take their guests to see what others don’t.
Featuring elegant Scandi-design interiors, expansive outdoor spaces, and dedicated expedition facilities, Swan Hellenic’s purpose-built ships cater to adventurous individuals with a passion for cultural exploration. Meticulously planned itineraries take guests to the world’s lesser-known regions, immersing them in wild landscapes, wildlife, diverse cultures, and captivating people.
Each ship is staffed by a team of seasoned expedition guides, expert speakers, and lecturers, ensuring outstanding staff-to-guest ratios and the highest standards of attentive personal service.
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