Princess Cruises Earns Best Restaurant Award for Makoto Ocean at Seatrade F&B@Sea Awards
Princess Cruises’ win at the Seatrade F&B@Sea Awards 2026 for Makoto Ocean is a strong validation of how cruise lines are elevating their culinary offerings to rival land-based fine dining. Chef partnership: Created with acclaimed Japanese chef Makoto Okuwa, blending tradition with modern creativity. Authenticity: Inspired by Tokyo’s Edomae sushi tradition, emphasizing precision, balance, and ingredient-driven excellence. Signature dishes: Truffle salmon, snow crab temaki, toro tartare, alongside handcrafted nigiri, sashimi, and omakase-style menus. Fleet presence: Available aboard Star Princess, Sun Princess, Diamond Princess, and Sapphire Princess. Award prestige: Seatrade F&B@Sea Awards spotlight innovation in cruise dining, positioning Princess Cruises as a leader in food & beverage at sea. This recognition underscores how cruise hospitality is increasingly competing with luxury hotels and resorts for culinary prestige. While Hyatt or Hilton may highlight new chef collaborations in their press releases, Princess Cruises is showing that the onboard dining experience can be just as innovative and award-winning.
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