Atlas Ocean Voyages Introduces New Chefs for Epicurean Expeditions

Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced additional culinary experts joining its Epicurean Expeditions in the Mediterranean onboard World Traveller and World Voyager this year.

The lineup of chefs onboard World Traveller includes:

  • Paulette Mitchell (July 1, 2024) – Chef, author and producer of cookbooks and video series, Mitchell is known for “The 15-Minute Gourmet.” Her culinary presentations will showcase the Mediterranean diet as a way of life and cooking demonstrations will highlight regional use of herbs, spices and distinctive flavorings in traditional Italian dishes as well as easy-to-prepare Greek recipes.
  • Martin Gimenez Castro (August 5, 2024) – An Argentinean chef based in Warsaw, Castro is renowned for his expertise in seafood and contemporary cooking techniques. Winner of “Top Chef Poland” and featured on “Hell’s Kitchen,” Chef Castro’s restaurants, including Ceviche Bar and Tuna, showcase his dedication to exploring the culinary potential of oceans, rivers and lakes.
  • Luciana Berry (August 5, 2024) – Winner of “Top Chef Brazil,” Berry serves as an ambassador of Brazilian cuisine and culture. Mixing modern and classic cooking techniques, she delivers impressive yet subtle tastes from her home country.
  • David Shalleck (August 23, 2024) – A seasoned chef, author and culinary producer, Shalleck brings his extensive Mediterranean culinary experience to Atlas Ocean Voyages. With a background in Michelin-starred fine dining, he loves to share tips and tricks for replicating regional dishes at home.
  • Christy Rost (September 16, 23 and 30, 2024) – Chef Rost is the nationally televised host of the cooking and lifestyle series “At Home with Christy Rost.” Known for her sense of style and expertise in cooking and entertaining, she was mentored by Master Chef Martin Yan of “Yan Can Cook” and guided by Julia Child early in her career.

The lineup of chefs onboard World Voyager includes:

  • Chef Plum (October 2 and 12, 2024) – A three-time Emmy nominee and graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, Chef Plum brings over 30 years of culinary expertise. He has over 20 Food Network appearances with wins on “Chopped,” “Guy’s Grocery Games,” and more. He is also the host and executive producer of the popular PBS series “Restaurant Road Trip.”
  • Stephan Pyles (October 19, 2024) – Pyles is a celebrated chef and founding father of Southwestern cuisine. With a career spanning over three decades, he is a winner of the James Beard Award among several others, and is the founder of Share Our Strength, America’s largest hunger relief organization.
  • Paula Lambert (October 19, 2024) – Lambert is hailed as an American pioneer of artisanal cheesemakers. Her Dallas Mozzarella Company celebrates over 40 years of cheesemaking. She is the author of “The Cheese Lover’s Cookbook and Guide” (2000) and “Cheese, Glorious Cheese!” (2007).

For information, visit www.atlasoceanvoyages.com.

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