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Cruises That Provide Cooking Classes

Cruises offer an opportunity to see the sights, hear the sounds, and taste the flavors of a variety of destinations. While food has always been a big part of any cruise experience, many cruise lines are taking the culinary experience one step further by offering cooking classes and culinary excursions for the world-traveling foodie. Classes typically focus on the regional specialties and traditions of the tour area and may involve both on- and off-ship activities.

Regent Seven Seas
- Travelers on Regent Seven Seas can attend on-board cooking workshops offered by the world-renowned Le Cordon Bleu. Chefs instruct participants in the fine techniques of French cooking while en route to a variety of destinations. In addition, lecture-style presentations are offered on wine, chocolate, and regional cuisine.
  
  Regent Seven Seas Cruises
  
  1000 Corporate Drive, Suite 500
  
  Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
  
  877-505-5370
  
  rssc.com
Le Phénicien
- This French cruise line offers a six-day cooking cruise through Provence and Camargue, where chefs will teach you about French cuisine through a variety of culinary excursions. Wine cruises are also offered.
  
  Le Phénicien
  
  RHONE CROISIERE sarl, RCS Nîmes 434 212 452
  
  Port de plaisance - 30127 Bellegarde
  
  France
  
  33-09-53-80-91-12
  
  southernfrancebargecruises.com
Silversea Cruises
- Passengers on select Silversea voyages have the opportunity to study at the Relais and Châteaux L'École des Chefs. Curriculum includes demonstrations, market-to-table excursions, and cooking competitions.
  
  Silversea Cruises - The Americas
  
  110 East Broward Blvd
  
  Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
  
  877-760-9052
  
  silversea.com