Love by Britto, a unique high-end specialty restaurant aboard Sun Princess, is the result of a groundbreaking collaboration between art icon Romero Britto and culinary master Rudi Sodamin. This exclusive partnership promises a cruise dining experience like no other.
As the Head of Culinary Arts at Princess Cruises, Sodamin believes that Britto’s art of love complements his culinary passion. This results in a cherished dining event that leaves cruise passengers with lasting vacation memories.
I recently interviewed Sodamin about his culinary goals with Princess Cruises. He told me that exceptional food and beverages are a top priority for travellers today. So, I am not surprised to learn about his expanding dining choices on the Sun Princess.
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Love by Britto menu
Love by Britto is an intimate 68-seat venue featuring an exquisite display of the artist’s familiar and joyful designs against a restaurant backdrop. It is designed to immerse guests in a world of colour, bold patterns, heartfelt emotions, engaging service, and breathtaking romantic ocean views.
The seven-course dining experience begins with intoxicating aphrodisiacs like Oysters with Lemongrass Kafir, Mirin and Gold Flakes.
Entrees feature creative heart-shaped presentations and include savoury Tuna and avocado, Pomegranate, and Togarashi; cappuccino of Wild Mushroom soup; salad of Beets, Figs, and Goat Cheese; granita of Pink Champagne and Rose Petals; tail of Lobster Thermador; and Succulent Beef Tenderloin and Truffle Jus. In true Love Boat style, the dessert features a heart-shaped Chocolate Lava Cake, Fresh Berries, and raspberry Cream, plus Petits Fours.
Cocktails
Specialty cocktails and an extensive wine list were thoughtfully crafted and selected to complement the menu and are available à la carte. Seven newly crafted, love-themed cocktails were created with offerings including:
• Strawberry Love Potion – Tequila Rose, Disaronno Amaretto, Chambord, Strawberries
• Expresso My Love – Jameson, OM Chocolate Liqueur, Disaronno Amaretto, Demerara, Chocolate Bitters, Espresso
• Britto Coupe – Grey Goose Strawberry and Lemongrass, Aperol, Cointreau, Lime, Strawberries
Each course and cocktail is a testament to Sodamin’s culinary expertise and Britto’s artistic inspiration.
Additional special touches include vibrant dinnerware featuring Britto’s artwork, heart-folded napkins, and even cutlery with heart-shaped cutouts. Love by Britto carries a cover charge of US$79 per person and can be booked pre-cruise in the Princess app.
Britto founded the Happy Art Movement and has created an iconic visual language of happiness, fun, love, and hope that has inspired millions worldwide. Brazilian-born and Miami-made, his work has been exhibited in the most prestigious galleries and museums in over 120 countries.
Embark on a luxurious and artistic dining experience with Love by Britto on board the Sun Princess.
