Princess Cruises has unveiled a new collaboration with the Frescobaldi family, Italy’s legendary Tuscan winemakers to introduce a new menu that brings the essence of Italy to sea.
The newly designed menu features select dishes crafted by the flavours of Frescobaldi’s celebrated restaurant in Florence, highlighting the tradition of fresh, simple ingredients paired with exquisite Frescobaldi wines. Additionally, each voyage features a Grand Tuscan Dinner, a special evening dedicated to the heart of Italian hospitality, where guests can enjoy an exquisite multi-course dining experience that embodies the rich flavours and warmth of Tuscany.
“At Princess, we celebrate the incredible destinations we sail to by bringing the flavours and traditions of these destinations onboard,” Princess Cruises vice president of food and beverage, Sami Kohen, said.
“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. Our new collaboration with Frescobaldi elevates our connection to Italy, allowing guests to savour the rich flavours of Tuscany while creating unforgettable memories at sea.”
The new Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, inspired by Frescobaldi menu features six Frescobaldi inspired dishes showcasing the finest ingredients and time-honoured culinary traditions of Tuscany. Guests can indulge in dishes offered throughout this multi-course menu spanning Zuppe e Insalata, Antipasti, Primi Piatti, Secondi Piatti and Dolci served daily and included as part of the experience.
Highlights include:
- Guazzetto di Cozze e Gamberi – Italian seafood stew with mussels and shrimp, simmered in fragrant tomato and white wine broth with garlic, herbs and a hint of chili; served with crusty bread for dipping.
- Burrata e Prosciutto Crudo Stagionato 18 Mesi – creamy burrata paired with 18-month aged prosciutto crudo, fresh cherry tomatoes, peppery arugula, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Fettuccine al Tartufo e Parmigiano – truffle-infused velvety Parmigiano-Reggiano sauce, topped with grated black truffle, a crispy parmesan tuile, and a drizzle of herbed oil.
- Tortello di Ricotta al Pomodoro e Basilico – delicate hand-made tortello pasta filled with rich ricotta and enveloped in zesty cherry tomato sauce, fresh basil, aged cheese, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Filetto di Branzino e Carciofi Fritti – a celebration of fresh Mediterranean flavours featuring pan-seared sea bass fillet, paired with crispy fried artichokes and drizzled with zesty lemon-infused olive oil.
- Torta Caprese – flourless almond cake blended with rich crema Pasticceria, caramelized hazelnuts, and exquisite chocolate brittle, paired with creamy limoncello mascarpone gelato and a drizzle of premium Frescobaldi olive oil.
The Grand Tuscan Dinner, on one special night per sailing, provides guests with an intimate six-course dinner influenced by the legendary winery. The courses are perfectly paired with exquisite wines and grappa for a Tuscan dining experience featuring dishes including:
- Carpaccio Di Mare Mediterraneo – delicate tuna and scallop carpaccio topped with sturgeon caviar, salmon caviar, black truffle and a vibrant citrus dressing.
- Branzino Con Caponata alla Siciliana – seared sea bass served atop tangy Sicilian caponata, drizzled with fresh basil oil.
- Pinolata Senese – light and airy Tuscan pinenut cake with rich custard cream.
- Cantucci Biscotti Con Grappa di Vino Luce – crunchy almond biscotti Grappa di Vino Luce for the perfect Tuscan dip.
The Grand Tuscan Dinner at Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria carries a cover charge of US$99 (around AU$160) per person.
Sabatini’s menu also features an exceptional list of all-new Fescobaldi wines from Mormoreto, one of the most iconic wines from Castello di Nipozzano to the rare and elegant Gorgona Bianco Toscana IGT.
Sabatini’s also introduces five new signature cocktails that echo the character and origin of each pour. The Gorgona Breeze channels coastal freshness with citrus and herbal notes; Rosato Reverie brings out delicate berry and floral flavours with a sparkling finish; Chianti Sunset is a bold, bittersweet blend with aged amaro and cherry; Pomino Bloom highlights aromatic botanicals and white peach; and the Mormoreto Old Fashioned which reimagines the classic with a red wine reduction and Tuscan herbs. Each cocktail is crafted to complement the depth and elegance of Frescobaldi’s world-renowned wines.
““Partnering with Princess Cruises to bring the essence of Tuscany to Sabatini’s is an honour for us as we share our wines, stories and cuisine to the guests onboard,” Marchesi Frescobaldi president, Lamberto Frescobaldi, said. “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.”
For over 700 years, the Frescobaldi family has been at the heart of Tuscan winemaking, crafting wines that reflect the richness and diversity of the region’s extraordinary terroirs. Their legacy, rooted in tradition, artistry, and innovation, has graced the tables of European courts and inspired generations of culinary and cultural excellence. Now, 30 generations later, centuries of passion and dedication have been passed down from one family to the next, each leaving their mark while carrying the legacy forward producing some of the best wines in the world, paired with Tuscan cuisine.
The new Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria Inspired by Frescobaldi menu and Grand Tuscan Dinner debut onboard Majestic Princess following, with plans to roll out fleetwide in the coming months.
