Savor The Season
Pack a sweater! Chefs Making Waves is headed to New England, October 24-28, 2025! Crisp autumn air, paired with your favorite celebrity chefs, equals the perfect recipe for the ultimate food, wine, and spirits experience on the high seas. Gliding through picturesque harbors, engage with world-class chefs through cooking demonstrations, curated dining, culinary conversations, and fun! Savor local flavors and experience the region's culinary culture first-hand with stops in Portland, Maine, and Saint John, New Brunswick. There truly isn’t a better way for a foodie to relish fall!
Passport of Flavors: Marc Murphy’s Journey to the Kitchen
A conversation with Marc Murphy
Grab your forks and fasten your seatbelts! Marc Murphy takes you on a whirlwind tour of the tastes, places, and unforgettable bites that fueled his rise to culinary stardom. Spoiler: it’s one tasty trip.
This convo is general admission. Grab a seat at the bar or post up at a high-top!
The Art of Hospitality
A conversation with Kardea Brown & Josh Capon
Get ready for a lively conversation as Kardea Brown and Josh Capon break down what it really takes to serve with style, heart, and high-level hospitality. From the front of house to behind the scenes, this panel dives into the hustle and humanity that make hospitality unforgettable.
This conversation is general admission, so grab a seat (and maybe a notebook & pin)!
Beyond the Plate
Behind the Scenes with Alex Guarnaschelli
Step into the world of Alex Guarnaschelli and discover the passion, stories, and secrets that have shaped her culinary journey. This convo will dive deeper than any produced show or online bio can capture — it's about inspiration, creativity, and what fuels the fire behind the kitchen doors.
This experience is general admission, so no reservation is needed. Grab a spot in the crowd!
Unfiltered & Unpasteurized
A conversation with Alton Brown & Andrew Zimmern
Two fermented intellects, Alton Brown and Andrew Zimmern get raw.
This convo is general admission. Grab a front row seat or a quiet corner and enjoy!
Stirring the Pot: Risotto with Rocco
A Masterclass with Rocco DiSpirito
Join Rocco DiSpirito for a masterclass diving deep into one of Italy’s most beloved (and misunderstood) dishes: risotto. Learn the secrets to creating a rich, velvety risotto every time, and along the way, Rocco will share tips, techniques, and a few personal stories that bring this classic dish to life.
This masterclass is general admission. Grab a seat and get ready to stir up something special!
La Tavola Italiana
A Panel with Alex, Rocco, Gabe, and Marc
More than just food—this is famiglia. Alex Guarnaschelli, Rocco DiSpirito, Gabe Bertaccini, and Marc Murphy come together for a lively panel to reflect on their roots, sharing how heritage, family, and tradition have shaped their lives both in and out of the kitchen.
This panel is General Admission. Snag a seat, and come hungry for inspiration!
Feast + Harmony & Heritage Radio Network
Live Podcast Recording
Heritage Radio Network, the world’s pioneer food radio station, and the Feast + Harmony podcast, an exploration of the intersection of food, travel, and entertainment, will be conducting live interviews featuring onboard talent with Executive Producer and Host, Christine Sykes Lowe, and Fed By Blue’s co-founder, Jennifer Bushman.
This live recording is general admission. Grab a Starbucks coffee or a mimosa & enjoy the show!
Down South, Up Close
Culinary Demo with Eric Adjepong & Kardea Brown
Watch Eric Adjepong and Kardea Brown serve up stories, signature techniques, and a whole lot of charm with no filter (just fire) in this unforgettable culinary demonstration. It’s Southern hospitality, turned all the way up!
This demonstration is general admission. Grab a seat & soak it all in!
Meat Me In The Middle
A Culinary Demo with Jeff Mauro
Join Jeff Mauro as he builds the ultimate handheld feast, layer by savory layer. Score a front-row seat to a culinary demo that proves the best things really do happen in the middle.
This culinary demo is general admission. Grab a curated cocktail & indulge!
Parm To Table
A Culinary Demo with Gabe Bertaccini & Marc Murphy
Gabe Bertaccini & Marc Murphy team up for one seriously cheesy mission. From melty moments to crispy golden edges, Parm to Table is a celebration of flavor, flair, and all things parm-forward. Come for the cheese, stay for the charm!
This culinary demo is general admission. Grab a seat and anticipate the cheese!
Spaghetti and Scampi: Mangiamo!
Culinary Demo with Rocco DiSpirito & Josh Capon
Two chefs. Two iconic dishes. One delicious culinary demo. Join Rocco DiSpirito & Josh Capon for mouthwatering moments, expert tips, and a celebration of fresh ingredients — pure deliciousness!
This culinary demo is general admission. Snag a seat up front or get a birdseye view from the balcony!
Andrew Zimmern: The Codfather
Culinary Demo
Join Andrew Zimmern for The Codfather—a bold, briny culinary demo that celebrates the ocean’s finest. Expect sharp knives, sharper wit, and a whole lot of sea-sourced inspiration. It’s going to be salty... in the best possible way!
This demo is general admission. Simply show up, ready to take it all in!
Alton Brown: A fish, a pan, a plan
Culinary Demo
Get ready for flavor, flair, and a little fire as Alton Brown takes the stage at Sunset to break down the perfect fish dish—step by step. From expert techniques to creative twists, this demonstration is your front-row seat to culinary mastery, with plenty of tips, tastes, and chef secrets along the way.
This experience is General Admission and takes place on the Pool Deck! So there's room for everyone!
SEOUL FOOD: KOREAN CLASSICS
Culinary Demo with Esther Choi & Jamie Bissonnette
THE ICAG ARCHIVES: '80S ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Culinary Demo with Alex Guarnaschelli
Seating for this demo is General Admission. Grab a drink then a seat!
Oyster Farming Excursion
with Marc Murphy
Get your hands wet on this one-of-a-kind oyster adventure in Portland, Maine! Join Marc Murphy, Co-Founder of Fed By Blue, Jennifer Bushman, and sustainable seafood expert Barton Seaver on an exclusive Chefs Making Waves curated excursion hosted by Nauti Sisters Sea Farm.
Forty guests will be selected via lottery to partake in a two-hour boat ride (four hours round-trip) down the scenic Royal River to Nauti Sisters' working oyster farm in Yarmouth, Maine. Along the way, you’ll learn how oysters are grown, harvest cages from the water, and slurp the freshest oysters you’ve ever had—right on the boat.
Buffet Spotlights
Indulge in celebrity chef fare throughout the day on the Garden Cafe & Great Outdoors buffet! Our Chefs Making Waves chefs are curating dishes to tantalize your taste buds and keep you fueled for maximum fun, including all of the demo dishes.
No reservations required, grab a plate and dig in... then go back for more!
Wildcard Poker Tournament
Final Table with Eric Adjepong & Gabe Bertaccini
Play-in Texas Hold 'Em tournament game times for the chance to win a seat at this final table will be shared closer to sailing!
OB-LA-BOOZE, OB-LA-BINGO
with Jeff Mauro
There is a cost for participating, but anyone can sit and sip a beverage while enjoying the banter! Bingo cards will go on-sale one-hour before the game starts!
Headphone Dance Party with Shut Up & Dance
Special Appearances by DJ Eric Adjepong, DJ Alex Guarnaschelli & Jamie Bissonnette
Experience a unique twist on the traditional dance party! Slide on your LED headphones, choose the channel with the music you want to groove to, and dance the night away!
Taking over one of the Shut Up & Dance stations for part of the night:
Friday, October 24th: DJ Eric Adjepong & DJ Alex Guarnaschelli
Sunday, October 26th: DJ Jamie Bissonnette
Headphone Dance Party happens NIGHTLY in Spinnaker Lounge (13, FWD). The headphones are plentiful, you'll grab one at the door, and you're set!
Ivories & Infusions
A Dueling Pianos Secret Sauce Set
In this special set by Dueling Pianos, our piano pros set aside the duels for a night of harmony. Serving up a sultry mix of jazz, pop, and vintage vibes, sip on handcrafted infusions while the music flows, the lights glow, and the spirit of the speakeasy comes alive. It’s laid-back luxury with a twist—no password, just good taste.
Toast & Tunes
Karaoke with Jamie Bissonnette
Sing your heart out! Showcase your vocal talent with a bunch of fun, lively, and supportive fellow foodies! It’s all about enjoying the spotlight and having a blast on the open ocean!
Your Vocal Coaches!
Saturday, October 25th with Jamie Bissonnette
Sunday, October 26th with Kardea Brown
No registration is necessary — just see Sixthman Staff to select your song and add your name to the lineup!
Pass The Recipe, Please!
A Chefs Making Waves Recipe Swap
Have a recipe everyone begs you for? Print it, pack it (in your carry-on), and bring it aboard! Join fellow flavor fanatics for a fun, free-flowing recipe swap where secret family dishes and maybe even a few signature cocktails get passed around like good gossip. Share your favorites and snag some new ones!
Please Note: This swap is scheduled from 3 pm - 4 pm on Boarding Day, October 24th, so don't pack your recipes in your checked luggage. Have them on hand, and print as many or as few as you wish to share.
Culinary Conversations
Where taste meets talk! Join your favorite chefs, as they dive into a world of food and flavor.
The topics, and format for these convos are still being formulated, but will all be general admission. No registration is required!
Wellness Opportunities
There will be several wellness opportunities aboard Chefs Making Waves. Each will be designed to rejuvenate and invigorate you during your time on the high seas.
These will be show-up experiences, so there's no need to register in advance
Three Cities, Three Bartenders, One Bar
Mixology Demo with Will Isaza, Jen LaForge & John E. Rodríguez
One night, three styles, unlimited flavor. Watch Will Isaza, Jen LaForge, and John E. Rodríguez mix it up with bold spirits, big personalities, and just the right amount of poor judgment. Great drinks, questionable choices—exactly how we like it.
All are welcome — Grab something to sip & then a seat!
Wine Tastings
Several notable wineries will be joining our sailing offering three unique tastings. Enjoy a selection of the winery's finest, guided by experts from each winery. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, these tastings are an unforgettable way to deepen your appreciation for world-class wines in a stunning cruise setting. These guided tastings are paid experiences and will be sold separately.
Pre-sales for Wine Tastings will open soon. Space is limited.
The Secret Sauce
A Speakeasy presented by Justin's House of Bourbon
Psst… looking for something off the menu? Slip into The Secret Sauce, an onboard speakeasy where the vibes are vintage, the lights are low, and the bourbon is anything but ordinary. Each night, Justins' House of Bourbon will handpick elusive and celebrated bourbons to share with Chefs Making Waves spirits-lovers.
Justins' is a Lexington, Kentucky shop with the World's Largest Collection of Vintage and Rare Bourbon, and they're ready to take you on an unforgettable journey of flavor, mystery, and indulgence!
Low lighting, high spirits, and pours you won’t find anywhere else at sea. Just keep it hush-hush, okay?
Spirits offered within The Secret Sauce are NOT included with the Chefs Making Waves beverage package. More details on how to indulge in this offering will be shared over the coming months.
Our 2025 Chefs Making Waves New England Onboard Charity is Fed by Blue! Fed by Blue aims to broaden access to responsibly produced blue food through increased transparency, empowering individuals to make responsible blue food choices, improving education, and supporting better policies and practices.
Give back via the onboard raffle (details & prizes will be shared closer to sailing), plus learn more about Fed by Blue's work with a special screening of Hope in the Water by PBS.
Fed By Blue Hibachi Lunch with Jamie Bissonnette
Fire up your lunch and your heart with a sizzling hibachi experience benefitting Fed by Blue! It's a one-of-a-kind lunch where fourteen lucky winners (and a +1) will feast on delicious hibachi fare, all while enjoying the company of Jamie Bissonnette. Laugh, dine, and make a difference all in one unforgettable meal. Don’t miss out—your appetite and the cause will thank you!
Winners will be selected via onboard raffle benefiting Fed By Blue. More details on additional raffle prizing will be shared closer to sailing.
Hope in the Water by PBS
A special screening of the docuseries from Fed by Blue
Learn more about Fed by Blue's work with a special screening of two episodes from Hope in the Water by PBS. This is a docuseries that travels the globe to discover creative blue food solutions that could not only feed us but also help save our threatened seas and freshwaterways. The series highlights the stories of amazing innovators, water farmers, fishers, and activists who are working toward a sustainable future for the planet. This three-part docuseries is brought to you by thirteen-time Emmy Award-winning producer and writer David E. Kelley and four-time James Beard Award and Emmy Award winner, Andrew Zimmern.
Pickleball
Open Play
Grab a paddle and get ready for some fun! Whether you're smashing volleys or just learning the ropes, it's all about good times, great energy, and a bit of friendly competition. Come for the game, stay for the laughs – let’s serve up some fun!
This is an open-play experience, so just show up to squeeze in a game. Equipment is provided or you can bring yours from home.
Breath Work & Polar Plunge
with Gabe Bertaccini
Take a deep breath, then take the plunge. Join Gabe Bertaccini for a guided breathwork session followed by an icy dip that’ll have you feeling cured, not cooked. It’s the cold cut you didn’t know you were craving.
To be a part of this morning madness, all you have to do is show up!
Yoga
with Kate Smith
Start your day calm and balanced with Kate Smith Yoga. These all-level classes are perfect for stretching, breathing, and getting centered before all the fun begins. Find your zen at sea!
No registration is necessary — grab a towel, water, and you're all set!
Sound Baths
with Megan Ratts
Take a break from indulgence and sink into serenity with a restorative sound bath experience at sea with Megan Ratts. Let waves of sound from crystal bowls, chimes, and gentle tones wash over you—balancing the senses, calming the mind, and grounding the body. Breathe deep, tune in, and float away.
To participate simply grab a towel & show-up. No registration necessary.
Our Theme Days are an opportunity to have a little fun with your fellow cruisers. Connect over a shared rivalry or spend an entire day celebrating Fall!
End Zone Extravaganza
Bring the excitement of game day to life! Show off your favorite sports team, like they’re playing in prime time on the Pool Deck. Pack jerseys, facepaint, pompoms, whatever you’d sport to share your pride. Go Team!
Fall Fest
Autumn vibes and festive fun collide with harvest decor and seasonal sips. Dress in costume for a Halloween twist or simply embrace fall fashion with sweaters, flannels, and scarves. Let’s gather to celebrate the season!
The chefs are taking over the restaurants aboard Norwegian Gem, and they'll be open nightly for dinner service. Each has its own specially curated menu, and every cabin has the opportunity to book THREE Restaurant Takeover Reservations before sailing. Pre-Sailing reservations close Friday, September 26th.
Please review the Restaurant Takeovers FAQs in detail before securing your reservation(s).
Menus are subject to change.
Menus are specially curated for this experience. Ingredients cannot be excluded from a dish, but you can request a non-curated substitution or a (fully executed) item be left off the plate. Onboard menus will share in more detail common allergens and dietary restrictions.
Cagneys
Jeff Mauro + Marc Murphy
Select one dish per course.
AMUSE
Calabrian Cheese Curd (V) — Jeff Mauro
APPS
Wild Mushroom Risotto (V) — Marc Murphy
Chicory Salad (V option) — Jeff Mauro
Rigatoni ala Vodka — Jeff Mauro
MAINS
Pan Roasted Alaskan Cod — Marc Murphy
Roasted Broccoli Steak (V) — Marc Murphy
Marinated Outside Skirt Steak — Jeff Mauro
DESSERT
Red Wine Poached Pear with Creme Fraiche (V) — Marc Murphy
Olive Oil Cake (V) — Jeff Mauro
Grand Pacific
Alex Guarnaschelli + Gabe Bertaccini
Select one dish per course.
AMUSE
A Trip to Rome for Antipasti (V) — Alex Guarnaschelli & Gabe Bertaccini
APPS
Michelangelo’s Fresh Panzanella Salad (V) — Gabe Bertaccini
High Seas Prime Beef Carpaccio — Gabe Bertaccini
MAIN
Classic Chicken Parmigiana — Alex Guarnaschelli
Ricotta Cavatelli Pasta with Wild Mushrooms (V) — Gabe Bertaccini
Florentine Style Grilled Strip Steak — Gabe Bertaccini
DESSERT
Little Italy Italian Bakery Box (V) — Alex Guarnaschelli
Tiramisu Cheesecake (V) — Gabe Bertaccini
La Cucina
Andrew Zimmern + Esther Choi
Select one dish per course.
AMUSE
Kimchi Butter Crostini (V) — Esther Choi
APPS
Leeks Vinaigrette With Lemon-Herb Breadcrumbs (V) — Andrew Zimmern
Wild Mushroom Salad (V) — Esther Choi
Chicken Karaage — Esther Choi
MAINS
Striped Bass — Andrew Zimmern
Duck Confit — Andrew Zimmern
Kalbi Jjim — Esther Choi
DESSERTS
Frozen Maple Syrup Soufflé (V) — Andrew Zimmern
Matcha Tiramisu (V) — Esther Choi
Magenta/Le Bistro
Kardea Brown + Rocco DiSpirito
Select one dish per course.
AMUSE
Mini Crab Cakes with Old Bay Yogurt Sauce — Rocco DiSpirito
APPS
Pimento Cheese and Pulled Pork Crostini with a Sea Island Glaze — Kardea Brown
Butternut Squash Soup (V) — Rocco DiSpirito
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts (V) — Rocco DiSpirito
MAINS
Collard Greens Lasagna (V) — Kardea Brown
Seared Salmon with Cauliflower Purée and Salsa Verde — Rocco DiSpirito
Rack of Lamb with White Bean Purée and Spinach — Rocco DiSpirito
DESSERTS
Peach Cobbler à la mode (V) — Kardea Brown
Pumpkin Bread Pudding (V) — Rocco DiSpirito
Orchid Garden
Eric Adjepong + Jamie Bissonnette + Josh Capon
Select one dish per course.
AMUSE
Piquillo Pintxo — Jamie Bissonnette
APPS
Zaalouk Dip (V) — Eric Adjepong
Ceviche — Jamie Bissonnette
Hamachi Sashimi — Josh Capon
MAIN
Bambara Bean Coconut Curry (V) — Eric Adjepong
Pulpo a la Gallega — Jamie Bissonnette
Rack of Lamb — Josh Capon
DESSERT
Malva Pudding Cake (V) — Eric Adjepong
Basque Style Cheesecake (V) — Josh Capon
Keep the drinks flowing with ease with our ship-wide Unlimited Open Bar Package, and more!
Spirits, Wine, & Beer
21+
Unlimited cocktails & spirits, all beer, champagne, and wine by the glass, with the Unlimited Open Bar Package.
Learn more about your INCLUDED beverages HERE.
Starbucks
18+
All Starbucks® coffee & specialty drinks, and energy drinks.
Learn more about your INCLUDED beverages HERE.
Soft Drinks, Juices, & Water
All Ages
Unlimited soft drinks and juices, unlimited still & sparkling bottled water.
Learn more about your INCLUDED beverages HERE.