EXPLORA II - Restaurants & Dining

A Gastronomic Discovery

Taking guests on a unique culinary journey through Italy.

Refined Italian Cuisine

As our signature fine-dining experience, Anthology elevates Italian cuisine, offering an unparalleled gastronomic adventure.

From the renowned flavours of Piedmont’s truffle-rich countryside in the North, to the famed specialities of Italy’s South, each plate celebrates the local produce and time-honoured techniques of every region in Italy.

The menu is an ingenious display of creativity – a vibrant tapestry of regional flavours and authentic ingredients which invites guests to immerse themselves in the different styles and tastes of Italy’s universally loved cuisine. 

Contemporary, Refined Elegance

With the opportunity to dine outdoors, Anthology offers an intimate yet elevated dining atmosphere with flawless, attentive service.

• Indoor seating: 48
• Outdoor seating: 22
• Open for dinner
• Reservations recommended
• An Exclusive Experience Fee Applies
• Located on Deck 5

A relaxed celebration of the flavours, ambience and la dolce vita of the Mediterranean.

Inspired by sailings across crystal clear waters, the Med Yacht Club is influenced by sophisticated, beachside Mediterranean restaurants, embracing the varied cuisines of the region.

Effortlessly refined in its design, space creates a relaxed, convivial atmosphere, where bright sunshine streams through large portholes and Med-influenced music transports guests on a culinary journey inspired by the sea.

Infusing the tastes and textures of Italy, Spain, Greece, France, and North Africa – while incorporating plant-based, vegetarian and wholesome ingredients – the menu serves sharing plates for guests to enjoy with friends and family alike.

Wines too showcase the rich vineyards of the Mediterranean, with fresh juices and cocktails honouring regional produce.

Signature Dishes at Med Yacht Club

Grilled octopus, San Marzano tomato sauce, Taggiasca olives, green beans, parsley

If ever there were a singular dish to represent the importance provenance plays in the ingredients used onboard Explora Journeys, then this is surely it. Sharp sundried Taggiasca olives compliment the sweet San Marzano tomatoes, creating a perfectly balanced bed for the expertly grilled, sustainably sourced octopus.

Sweet caprese with cherry tomatoes, strawberries, burrata, pesto

A true representation of the creativity and skill of our chefs, this sweet interpretation of an Italian classic will surprise and delight in equal measure. The finest cherry tomatoes and strawberries create an intriguing base, upon which our burrata sits adorned with even more sweet tomatoes and strawberries with a drizzle of pesto from Sicilian Bronte pistachios.

• Indoor seating: 136 (34 at the bar)
• Open for lunch and dinner
• Located on Deck 4

A global tasting tour to French-inspired international cuisine.

A common red thread that unites international flavours with a French influence. Fil Rouge is a sophisticated and intimate restaurant, offering a global tasting tour of French-inspired international cuisine, where guests are encouraged to take their time to appreciate both the cuisine and the intimate ambience.

A universal, timeless dining experience, Fil Rouge is a visual articulation of the fundamentals of elegance. Intricate hexagons representing the simplest expression of perfection contrast with clean white walls adorned with inspiring works of art.

An elegant dessert cart tempts with the freshest creations served tableside, and a superb wine selection showcases the best of both the Old and New World vineyards.

Signature Dish at Fil Rouge

Tuna tataki, crispy tomato-olive tart, vegetables, vanilla white pepper

Sustainably raised and caught in the open Mediterranean Sea close to the Cartagena Bay, the Mediterranean Bluefin tuna sourced by our chefs is some of the best grade to be found anywhere in the world.

• Indoor seating: 222
• Open for breakfast and dinner
• Located on Deck 4

Named after the cherry blossom - the national flower of Japan - and symbolic of renewal and optimism, Sakura offers Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Malaysian flavours for a taste of Pan-Asian cuisine that is both authentic and energising.

The space takes inspiration from Japan’s rich cultural heritage blended with distinct Japanese design cues, to create an intimate and welcoming environment. The ancient tea rooms of Kyoto provide the inspiration for Sakura's aesthetic, where dark wood frames lead your eye to the ceiling, adorned with a blossom tree canopy which envelops diners in a warm atmosphere of festoon lights.

Authenticity extends to the kitchen, where chefs follow traditional techniques – using only the very best carefully sourced ingredients.

Expansive ocean views, a Sake sommelier, Asian-influenced beverages - including a curated selection of sakes and shōchū - combined with seamless further enhance the experience.

Signature Dishes at Sakura

Wagyu beef tataki, wakame salad, smoked Madagascan pepper

Our sustainably sourced prime grade five Japanese wagyu beef is delicately torched by our chefs: an authentic method of cooking that ensures that the cut's best qualities are preserved.

Makrut lime pavlova, mango brunoise, passion fruit, mango sorbet

A fusion of east and west, this unique interpretation of pavlova is a perfect representation of the passionate, creative expertise and multicultural diversity of our talented pastry team .

Kale salad

Another example of our chefs’ ingenuity, a humble kale salad is transformed into culinary art for our guests to enjoy. This superfood salad represents a fusion of clean living with the flavours of Asia.

• Indoor seating: 92
• Outdoor seating: 26
• Open for lunch and dinner
• Reservations recommended
• The Sushi Bar is open-seating on a first come first served basis.
• Located on Deck 5

Offering an enriching, hands-on culinary experience set within an intimate, ocean-front private kitchen.

The Chef’s Kitchen offers a range of enriching, hands-on culinary experience set within an intimate, ocean-front private kitchen.

Guided by our team of world-class chefs, immersive and interactive cooking classes invite guests of all skill levels to embrace the art of creating exquisite dishes – step by step, side by side with culinary masters and fellow travellers.

With intuitive guidance and a dash of playfulness, guests explore new techniques, uncover inspired flavour pairings, and work with beautifully curated ingredients that reflect the spirit of the sea and the lands we sail through. More than a cooking class, it’s a social and sensory celebration – where learning is joyful, conversation flows freely, and food is savoured in good company.

Each experience culminates in the nearby private dining room, where the class – guests and chefs alike – gathers to enjoy the dishes they’ve prepared together.

• Indoor seating: 12
• An exclusive experience fee applies

Energetic all-day dining, celebrating the finest flavours from across the globe.

Drawn from the Greek word emporion (ἐμπόριον), an Emporium is defined as a place offering many different things.

Onboard Explora Journeys, the Emporium Marketplace draws on this origin, providing an effortless all-day dining space, bringing global culinary talent and produce to the fore. Offering diverse cuisines with a focus on quality, Emporium Marketplace allows guests total flexibility in what they choose to eat, and when.

Bathed in natural light, several separate cooking stations evolve throughout the day with white marble and minimalist design accents, allowing the freshest ingredients to take centre stage.

Dishes include sushi, fresh seafood and a daily rotisserie offering grilled, roasted, and slow-cooked meats. Pasta is cooked to order, and freshly baked pizzas and bread are on offer as are home-made sandwiches. Charcuterie, fromagerie, boulangerie and patisserie stations add even more choice.

A selection of wines, champagne and beverages are also available to complement meals throughout the day.

Signature Dishes at Emporium Marketplace

Handmade tortelloni, ricotta cheese, spinach, tomato-sage butter

It’s often the simplest dishes that take great skill. Our tortelloni are made onboard from scratch every day in the authentic Italian way. Carefully selected flour is used to make dough that has the correct degree of elasticity; this is essential to giving the tortelloni their mouth-watering light and silky texture.

Plant based chia yoghurt

Our chia yoghurt is daily made from homemade cashew milk, creating a fusion of delicious creamy flavours for guests to enjoy each morning.

• Indoor seating: 271
• Outdoor seating: 70
• Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Located on Deck 11

Authentic French and Italian indulgences served poolside.

Set in the relaxed, weather-protected poolside Conservatory, this is the place to treat yourself to authentic French and Italian indulgencies.

• Open during the day

Refined dining in the comfort of your suite or private terrace.

Our guests can enjoy an array of cuisines at any time, day or night, in the comfort of their suite or private terrace. Available 24 hours, the menu offers guests a taste of each of our unique dining destinations.

• Available 24 hours