Costa Cruises and A.P.E.I., the prestigious association that brings together Ambassadors of Italian Excellence Pastry, led by the renowned Maestro Iginio Massari, join forces once again in an exciting collaboration. Their aim is to bring the best of pastry art on board Costa Cruises’ ships, delighting gastronomy lovers worldwide. For the year 2023, two cruises dedicated to this exquisite culinary experience have been scheduled on board the Costa Toscana and Costa Fascinosa.
The first cruise-event, titled “Massari narrates Iginio,” will take place from June 9th to 16th on the flagship Costa Toscana, during a fascinating one-week itinerary through the Mediterranean. During this journey, guests will have the opportunity to embark on a true gastronomic discovery experience while enjoying daily pastry workshops taught by Iginio Massari and other prominent masters from A.P.E.I. The cruise will depart from Genoa and visit some of the most beautiful destinations in Italy, France, and Spain, such as Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples, and Rome.
This authentic “journey within a journey” will allow passengers to learn about Maestro Massari’s personal and professional journey while savoring some of his most emblematic desserts. Additionally, there will be special moments dedicated to younger guests, who can immerse themselves in the world of sweet fantasies through the reading of fairy tales specially written for them. As a gift, complimentary volumes of the book series “Dolce è la vita,” autographed by Maestro Massari himself, will be distributed.
The second event planned for 2023 is the highly anticipated third edition of “Panettone senza confini” (Panettone without borders), which will also take place on board a Costa Cruises ship. From October 21st to 31st, the Costa Fascinosa will be the setting for this challenge dedicated to the iconic Italian dessert, panettone, where 15 renowned pastry shops from around the world will compete. During this 10-day itinerary, with departure and arrival in Savona, passengers will have the opportunity to taste panettone in its various forms, including traditional and chocolate versions, both in frozen and exquisitely presented desserts. Additionally, passengers will be invited to participate in the selection of the best Chocolate Panettone through their votes. The winner of the best traditional panettone will be selected by a distinguished jury composed of A.P.E.I. Masters, led by Iginio Massari.
These themed cruises represent a true delight for gastronomy lovers, offering them the opportunity to discover and enjoy the creations of some of the greatest Italian and international pastry masters. Costa Cruises continues to demonstrate its commitment to offering unique and enriching experiences on its luxurious ships, providing unforgettable moments for those seeking the perfect combination of luxury, pleasure, and top-notch culinary delights.
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To obtain these special discounts, all you need to do is contact us. Send an email to alejandroalonso@sucrucero.com and provide your contact phone number, the dates you wish to travel, and the itinerary that interests you. Our Miramar Cruises team will be delighted to assist you and help you plan and book your culinary experience at sea with Costa Cruises.
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