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news • July 30th, 2024

JRE Chef Sergio Tofe will be part of the Swan Hellenic Culinary Expedition from Lisbon to Palermo

Chef Sergio Tofe, member of the restaurant association JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs will be on a 10-day SH Diana cruise departing from Lisbon and arriving in Palermo. This cruise is from the 10th until the 20th of August, 2024. Throughout this period, guests will have the pleasure of indulging in his signature dishes and a specially curated menu for a Gala Dinner. He will entertain guests with a captivating cooking show and lead gastronomic excursions ashore, providing an opportunity to explore local culinary traditions and specialties.

Sergio Tofe from Restaurant Eter in Spain will be onboard the SH Diana departing from Lisbon and arriving in Palermo. This cruise is from the 10th until the 20th of August, 2024. Departing Lisbon, settle in for a historical odyssey of Portuguese, Spanish, north African and Italian coastal gems on our journey Along the North African Coasts aboard our luxury ship. On this specially curated voyage you have time to roam North Africa’s most beguiling souks and medinas. From the French influences of Annaba to Oran’s complex past, Algeria is a land shaped by the many civilisations that ruled here. In Tunisia, explore the remains of the ancient city of Carthage. Conclude this intrepid journey in Sicily, a cultural melting pot offering up centuries of history of Middle Eastern, Northern African and European influences all melded together.

During this exclusive voyage, guests will have the unique opportunity to savor Chef Sergio’s exceptional culinary creations. Highlights include: 

  • Signature Dishes: Guests will indulge in a curated selection of Sergio’s signature dishes, showcasing his mastery in combining traditional Dutch flavors with contemporary culinary techniques. 

  • Gala Dinner: An extraordinary Gala Dinner featuring a specially designed menu by Chef Sergio, promising an unforgettable dining experience. 

  • Interactive Cooking Shows: Chef Sergio will conduct live cooking demonstrations, providing guests with insights into his culinary process and allowing them to learn from his expertise. 

Mysteries of Carthage – A Voyage from Lisbon to Palermo  

Participants will embark on a voyage through Mediterranean history, departing from Lisbon on a historical odyssey of Portuguese, Spanish, North African, and Italian coastal gems aboard Swan Hellenics luxury ship.