Age-old recipes passed down through generations, ingredients plucked straight from the land and prepared for your table, and of course, the wine! Along with celebrated chef Chris Pandel, you’ll uncover a bounty of Mediterranean treasures through the language of food: Sip espresso while people watching in Venice, anchor in the heart of Old Town Dubrovnik, jot down tasting notes of Italian versus Croatian wines, venture into Montenegro’s countryside with a private driver. Experience all of this on a blissful voyage from Venice to Rome by way of the stunning Dalmatian Coast.

You might recognize Chef Duskie Estes from the Food Network’s “The Next Iron Chef,” or the cover of Wine Spectator magazine, or from her multi-award-winning Sonoma County restaurant, Zazu Kitchen + Farm, which she co-founded with her husband. You’ll also see her familiar face alongside beverage expert Michael Metzger on an autumn voyage to some of the most beloved culinary destinations on the West Coast — including Vancouver with its vibrant sea-to-table cuisine, trend-setting Seattle and the breathtaking vineyards of Sonoma County north of San Francisco.

More culinary-themed voyages await where we can match you with the destination of your dreams and arrange gastronomic excursions in every port. Learn about the evolution of Latin American flavors on a new voyage aboard Star Pride, from steaming cups of Colombian coffee in Cartagena to classic mofongo in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with chef-led experiences in between. The cuisine of Alaska is at the forefront of a new culinary cruise from Vancouver to Anchorage, so you can choose from summer delights like salmon fishing and market walks along with hiking on a glacier and kayaking through the splendors of Kenai Fjords.

Along with these exclusive sailings, every Windstar Cruises voyage includes signature experiences. Enjoy recipes crafted by James Beard chefs on every ship. Drink and dine your way from morning to night with late departures from select cities, and enjoy Windstar’s signature events like a five-star barbecue. In between feasts, you’ll have ample time to unwind with other guests on your small ship, hear from guest lecturers and see the crew in action as you explore the Bridge.