P&O Cruises to Feature Culinary Experts, Including Tom Parker Bowles, on 2025 “Food Hero” Sailings

P&O Cruises is set to tantalize the taste buds of its passengers in 2025 with a series of “Food Hero” sailings featuring a star-studded lineup of culinary giants. These specially curated voyages will offer unique gastronomic experiences, transforming the cruise into a floating foodie paradise. Renowned chefs Marco Pierre White, José Pizarro, Shivi Ramoutar, and Kjartan Skjelde, alongside award-winning wine expert Olly Smith, will grace select sailings, offering exclusive culinary events, demonstrations, and tastings. Adding to the excitement, popular food critic Tom Parker Bowles will make return appearances, collaborating with the Food Heroes and sharing his insightful perspectives on global culinary trends.

The Food Hero program promises a diverse range of immersive experiences, catering to every palate and culinary curiosity. Passengers can anticipate intimate cooking lessons with Marco Pierre White in Britannia’s state-of-the-art Cookery Club, where they can learn the secrets behind his legendary dishes. Live demonstrations and interactive cooking classes led by the Food Heroes will provide further opportunities to hone culinary skills and discover new flavors. The Chef’s Table dining experiences will offer a truly elevated dining affair, featuring expertly crafted dishes prepared and served by the culinary icons, complemented by perfectly paired wines curated by Olly Smith.

Beyond the hands-on cooking and dining experiences, passengers will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the world of food and wine. Intimate Q&A sessions will offer insights into the experts’ careers and lifetimes of culinary and wine knowledge. Book signings will provide fans with the chance to meet their idols and personalize their culinary keepsakes. Olly Smith’s wine tastings will elevate the appreciation for fine wines, exploring a diverse range of global selections. Tom Parker Bowles will bring his unique perspective to the culinary discourse, sharing his insights on current food trends and engaging in collaborative events with the Food Heroes.

The 2025 Food Hero sailings span across P&O Cruises’ flagship vessels – Britannia, Iona, and Arvia – offering a range of itineraries and destinations. From the British Isles to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Norwegian Fjords, each sailing promises a unique blend of culinary exploration and scenic discovery. Whether passengers yearn to master the art of jerk chicken with Shivi Ramoutar, savor Spanish delicacies with José Pizarro, explore Nordic flavors with Kjartan Skjelde, or indulge in classic dishes with Marco Pierre White, there is a Food Hero sailing to satisfy every culinary craving.

Example itineraries highlight the diverse offerings of the Food Hero program. Britannia’s 14-night 10th-anniversary sailing in June 2025 features a trio of culinary stars – Marco Pierre White, Olly Smith, and Tom Parker Bowles – and explores the scenic ports of the British Isles. Arvia’s 14-night Mediterranean sailing in March 2025 showcases the flavors of Spain with José Pizarro at the helm. Iona’s seven-night Norwegian Fjords sailing in April 2025 offers a taste of Nordic cuisine with Kjartan Skjelde. Arvia’s 14-night Eastern Caribbean fly-cruise in November 2025 promises a Caribbean culinary adventure with Shivi Ramoutar.

These example sailings represent just a glimpse into the exciting range of Food Hero experiences available in 2025. P&O Cruises invites culinary enthusiasts to explore the full lineup of Food Hero sailings on their website and embark on a gastronomic journey at sea. Whether one is a seasoned foodie or simply enjoys exploring new flavors, the Food Hero sailings promise an unforgettable culinary adventure, combining world-class cuisine, expert insights, and stunning destinations. These voyages are more than just cruises; they are immersive culinary experiences designed to delight and inspire, creating memories that will linger long after the journey ends.