Culinary Cruises: Tastes of Discovery
Join Scenic on Eclipse for a once-in-a-lifetime experience with Chef Tom Goetter & guests.
Tastes of Discovery Series:
A once-in-a-lifetime experience with Chef Tom Goetter & Guests
Scenic’s all-inclusive experience now includes something as unique as our intimate and exclusive ocean voyages. Join our VP of Oceans Hotel Operations, Maritime Master and Top Chef World All-Star, Tom Goetter and his celebrity guest chefs on exclusive voyages. Acclaimed chef Dale MacKay, winner of Top Chef Canada, joins him in The Kimberley, Australia in May 2024. Newly added to the series is our Rhythms of the Brazilian Coastline voyage featuring Michelin Star recognized and Top Chef Mexico finalist Chef Gabri Rodriguez.
——————– Meet the Chefs ——————–
A finalist in the first season of Top Chef Germany, Chef Tom was invited to compete in the Top Chef World All Stars. In 2019, he joined the newly launched Scenic Eclipse as the Executive Chef and today is the Vice President of Oceans Hotel Operations for Scenic Group, overseeing the entire culinary program for both Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yachts and the two Emerald Cruises yachts.
Over the past ten years, he and long-time co-worker and business partner Christopher Cho have opened five award-winning restaurants in Saskatchewan. Always testing his competitive side, Dale has also appeared on Iron Chef Gauntlet, Fire Masters, and Wall of Chefs and competed internationally on Top Chef World All-Stars.
Born and raised in Mexico City, Gabriel (Gabri) Rodriguez worked his way up the ranks in the kitchen after starting as a dishwasher at Pujol, one of the best restaurants in the world. After traveling south to explore the country’s unique cuisine, he was presented with the opportunity to work as a Sous Chef for Eduardo Garcia at Maximo’s Bistrot in Mexico City.
With the support of Eduardo Garcia, he competed and won the second season of “Top Chef Mexico.” He then moved to Mazatlán where he had the chance to develop his own cooking style, experimenting with different flavors. He prides himself on his technique, cooking with local Mexican ingredients and spices. While in Mazatlán, he served as the Executive Chef at fine-dining favorite Presidio. He is currently building a sustainable farm in Puebla, Mexico. Gabri was the runner-up in Top Chef World All-Stars.
The Scenic Difference
Every detail of your all-inclusive journey has been carefully considered to create a truly carefree experience and memories to last a lifetime.
• Only 228 guests for an exclusive small-ship experience
• An expert Discovery Team of up to 15 members led by Mike Cusack an award-winning wilderness expert with over 20 years of guiding in the region
A Rare Culinary Journey
• A welcome cocktail party with chef-inspired drinks
• Meet & Greet with the Chefs
• Enjoy locally inspired, bespoke speciality prepared menu items using local ingredients
• Other unique, gastronomic surprises such as a Celebrity Chef cooking challenge and an on board pop-up restaurant
Culinary Journeys
Rhythms of the Brazilian Coastline
November 16 – 27, 2024 | 12 Days
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil > Buenos Aires, Argentina
Fare From: $10,510PP ($6,000 Savings Included)
Witness a side of South America reserved for the privileged few. Cruise down the coast of Brazil and Uruguay, visiting hidden jewels that have been closely guarded secrets, until now. Join us with Top Chef World All-Star, Tom Goetter along with Michelin Star recognized Chef Gabri Rodriguez, on our Rhythms of the Brazilian Coastline voyage. Begin in sultry Rio de Janeiro, cruise down the coast of Brazil and Uruguay, and delight in the stunning natural beauty and tropical bliss of untouched beaches and rainforests.
Uncover the Kimberley Coastline
May 20 – 30, 2024 | 11 Days
Broome > Darwin, Australia
Fare From: $16,095 PP ($2,500 Savings Included)
Scenic is delighted to announce an unrivaled journey in our Tastes of Discovery Series. exclusively with Chef Tom Goetter, along with his special guest, Chef Dale MacKay, winner of Top Chef Canada. Experience the raw and rugged beauty of Australia’s Kimberley Coast, which is best explored in ultra-luxury on board Scenic Eclipse II. Your Scenic Eclipse II 6-star voyage will take you deep and up close to this magical, pristine land, with a specialist Discovery Team led by renowned Kimberley expert Mike Cusack guiding you every step of the way.
Scenic Suites
With Scenic, it’s more than a five-star river cruise… it’s truly all-inclusive luxury in a class of its own.
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