When will the Food Heroes be on board?
We know that great food lies at the heart of a great holiday. That’s why P&O Cruises works with the brightest lights of the culinary scene, our Food Heroes: Marco Pierre White, Olly Smith, José Pizarro, Kjartan Skjede and Shivi Ramoutar.
Get up close to our Food Heroes and discover their tips and tricks, hear tales from their glittering careers, and enjoy exceptional food and wine in their company at our range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Our Food Heroes will be joining Arvia, Iona and Britannia's 2023 holidays...
Marco Pierre White:
He took the restaurant scene by storm when he became the youngest ever chef to be awarded three Michelin stars… now the godfather of British cooking will be on selected cruises to show you how it’s done with live cooking demos and answer any of your culinary qualms in exclusive Q&As. And as patron of The Cookery Club, Marco will also host masterclasses and dinners when on board Britannia – experiences not to be missed.
Cruise code |
Ship |
Departure date |
B411 |
Britannia |
10 May 2024 |
B417N |
Britannia |
05 July 2024 |
B420 |
Britannia |
16 August 2024 |
B424 |
Britannia |
04 October 2024 |
Olly Smith:
Join multi-award-winning wine expert, Olly Smith as he brings his infectious charm and enthusiasm to your holiday. As well as choosing the best wines to go with your menus in The Glass House, the popular TV personality and author will be on selected cruises for tasting masterclasses, Q&As and book signings.
Cruise code |
Ship |
Departure date |
G401 |
Iona |
13 January 2024 |
K410 |
Arvia |
12 May 2024 |
K414 |
Arvia |
07 July 2024 |
K422 |
Arvia |
21 October 2024 |
José Pizarro
Don’t miss your chance to meet renowned Spanish chef, José Pizarro. José will share his top tips for the perfect tapas as well as his love of Spanish ingredients – something you can discover for yourself throughout your holiday in The Glass House thanks to the authentic recipes he’s brought to the menu.
Cruise code |
Ship |
Departure date |
B417N |
Britannia |
05 July 2024 |
K418 |
Arvia |
01 September 2024 |
G432 |
Iona |
21 Septemebr 2024 |
Kjartan Skjede
MasterChef Norway judge, Kjartan Skjelde will be sharing his love for the wild and traditional ingredients of his homeland with his six-course tasting menu in Epicurean. And you’ll have the chance to join the acclaimed Nordic chef on selected cruises for his cookery demos and learn about his influences and inspirations in exclusive Q&As.
Cruise code |
Ship |
Departure date |
G410 |
Iona |
20 April 2024 |
G417 |
Iona |
08 June 2024 |
Shivi Ramoutar
With her dishes for Arvia, Shivi will bring the bold flavours, colourful ingredients and joyful style of Caribbean food to new audiences, while adding personal touches that reflect her own journey.
Cruise code |
Ship |
Departure date |
K405C |
Arvia |
09 March 2024 |
K425B |
Arvia |
23 November 2024 |
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