Princess Cruises Updates Menu for Popular Specialty Restaurant
Princess Cruises is celebrating the wines and cuisine of Tuscany through a new partnership with one of Italy’s oldest and most prestigious winemakers.
A collaboration with Frescobaldi has just been introduced at Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, a Princess Cruises’ dining venue added to Majestic Princess during her recent dry dock renovation.
The Frescobaldi winery dates back to 1300, and the renowned company operates restaurants in Florence and London. Making its debut on the high seas, the upmarket food and wine brand has introduced its Frescobaldi-Inspired Menu and Exclusive Grand Tuscan Dinner to Majestic Princess guests.
Cruisers can indulge in wine-paired dishes like Tortello di Ricotta al Pomodoro e Basilico, described as hand-made tortello pasta filled with ricotta cheese and sporting a cherry tomato sauce topped with fresh basil, cheese, and olive oil.
Or how about Filetto di Branzino e Carciofi Fritti? The dish features sea bass fillet and fried artichokes with a dash of lemon-infused olive oil.
Along with these entrees, the six-course Exclusive Grand Tuscan Dinner will be offered once on each cruise. Both the Frescobaldi menu and the grand dinner will roll out across the fleet in the coming months.
“Since Sabatini’s first opened, guests have embraced the authentic tastes of Italy, the warm atmosphere, and, of course, the perfectly paired wines on the menu,” said Sami Kohen, vice president of food and beverage at Princess Cruises.
“Our new collaboration with Frescobaldi elevates our connection to Italy, allowing guests to savor the rich flavors of Tuscany while creating unforgettable memories at sea,” Kohen added.
Other entree options are sure to delight the senses. Guazzetto di Cozze e Gamberi is a seafood stew featuring mussels and shrimp in a tomato and white wine broth flavored with garlic and herbs, and served with fresh bread.
The menu also caters to dessert lovers, who can try Pinolata Senese, a Tuscan-style pinenut cake with custard cream, and Cantucci Biscotti Con Grappa di Vino Luce, an almond-flavored biscotti.
Besides the wine-paired gourmet dishes, the dining venue also has added several signature cocktails, such as Chianti Sunset, Mormoreto Old Fashioned, and Pomino Bloom. And, of course, Frescobaldi’s famous wines are featured.
“Partnering with Princess Cruises to bring the essence of Tuscany to Sabatini’s is an honor for us as we share our wines, stories and cuisine to the guests onboard,” said Lamberto Frescobaldi, president of Marchesi Frescobaldi.
“Each dish is crafted with the same care and passion as the wines they’re paired with, creating harmony with every bite. As we say in Italy, from our family, Frescobaldi, onboard Princess, salute,” added Frescobaldi.
Sabatini’s is one of the most popular specialty dining venues offered by Princess Cruises, a brand of Carnival Corporation.
Dining at the trattoria costs $45 per adult and $22,50 for children under 12. The Exclusive Grand Tuscan Dinner carries an up-charge of $99 per person. (The Princess Premier Package, at $90 per person per day, covers unlimited dining at specialty venues.)
Multiple Dining Venues Added to Majestic Princess
Majestic Princess is sailing a Mediterranean series following her two-week dry dock, during which the ship was renovated to include not only Sabatini’s but also other popular Princess Cruises’ venues, including O’Malley’s Irish Pub, Bellini’s Cocktail Bar, and Ocean Terrace Sushi Bar.
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Casual dining options were also added to the ship. New poolside venues now feature Alfredo’s Slice, serving custom-made pizza, and Salty Dog Grill, offering hot dogs, burgers, tacos, and other fare.
Princess Cruises has not revealed the timeline for rolling out the Frescobaldi wine and cuisine partnership on other vessels, but cruisers eager to try out the delectable menu can book an upcoming sailing on Majestic Princess.
The 3,560-guest ship will offer Mediterranean itineraries until mid-July 2025 before deploying to Boston for a short series of Canada/New England cruises. Starting in October 2025, the ship will homeport at Fort Lauderdale and sail a range of Caribbean voyages.
Princess Cruises Updates Menu for Popular Specialty Restaurant