Royal Caribbean International (RCI) cruise lines announced that beginning this autumn, a Jamie’s Italian restaurant will open aboard RCI’s Quantum of the Seas (sailing from New York) with a follow-up opening aboard RCI’s Anthem of the Seas (sailing from Southampton) in spring 2015.
The addition of Jamie’s Italian to the restaurant portfolio aboard the RCI’s ships reflects the holiday company’s plans to completely reimagine dining at sea. Smaller, flexible and personalized main restaurants and a collection of smaller, modern and distinct eateries such as Jamie’s Italian and experiential restaurant Wonderland will cater for the full spectrum of food lover. The new approach to dining will feature exclusively on RCI’s Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas – replacing the Captain’s Table style dining usually associated with the cruise holiday experience. “I’m thrilled to partner with Royal Caribbean, a brand that continually pushes the limits of what’s possible, to debut my very first restaurants at sea on-board the new Quantum-class ships,” said Jamie Oliver. “Royal Caribbean shares my approach to food and dining, which is to serve simple, fresh ingredients in a warm, inviting ambience. I couldn’t be more excited to bring my love of Italian cooking to their guests with Jamie’s Italian. It’s going to be brilliant!”
Since opening its first restaurant in Oxford in May 2008, Jamie’s Italian has become one of the biggest success stories in high street eating. The quality of the food and service, coupled with the affordability of the food, has meant that customers return time and time again. The casual dining experience is based on offering tasty and simple Italian food, using only the best fresh ingredients.
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Executive Vice President, Operations, RCI commented, “Jamie Oliver is known for pushing the boundaries within the world of food and Royal Caribbean has a history of pioneering many firsts within the holiday industry. With Jamie’s Italian creating unique but accessible dining with food that is at its freshest and ethically sourced, we are able to guarantee guests will only be served the freshest Italian dishes possible while on holiday with Royal Caribbean.”
For more information, visit RCI’s website: http://www.royalcaribbean.com