George Blanc, Michelin Three Star Chef, signs with Carnival Cruise Lines
The “Georges Blanc Signature Selections” will be a new addition to the fine cuisine found aboard the Carnival Cruise Lines. This renowned chef, one of the best culinary artists in the world will work with Carnivals top chef and some of his own, to develop recipes that will be prepared on board Carnival’s Eight Spirit and Conquest class vessels.
To develop this program, several of the top chefs from Carnival have gone to train at Blanc’s restaurant in Vonnas in France. They have undergone an intense 2 week training program that will develop their skills and provide a foundation in the techniques the distinguish Blanc’s dishes.
Two culinary development teams, comprised of chefs from Carnival and Georges Blanc’s restaurants and under the direction of Carnival’s Corporate Executive Chef Peter Leypold and Executive Chef - Culinary Development Sanjay Dhall, will also travel to the line’s ships to introduce the “Georges Blanc Signature Selections” fleetwide.
The “Georges Blanc Signature Selections” complement the wide range of culinary offerings aboard Carnival ships, which include elaborate, multi-course meals in the main dining rooms, a more intimate dining experience in the “steakhouse-style” supper clubs, and a variety of casual breakfast, lunch and dinner alternatives in the poolside Lido restaurants. Many Carnival ships feature patisseries and sushi bars, and complimentary 24-hour stateroom service is available fleetwide.