Recently, our client, Seabourn, announced ground-breaking, culinary-meets-travel news in Hong Kong; the first-ever partnership with renowned chef Thomas Keller, the mastermind behind The French Laundry, Per Se, Bouchon and more. When Hawkins International PR helped break the news, many agreed that the collaboration between the award-winning chef and the pioneers of small ship, ultra-luxury cruising was an ideal match of two bespoke and special brands. Both best-in-class brands are respected for their attention to detail, dedication to innovation, and passion for delivering exceptional service.
Last night in New York City at the press event, Seabourn President Richard Meadows and Chef Thomas Keller came together to celebrate the partnership at none other than Per Se, Keller’s celebrated New American and French restaurant designed by esteemed interior designer and architect Adam Tihany. Tihany is also joining Seabourn to bring his talents to the high seas by designing their newest vessels, Seabourn Encore (2016) and Seabourn Ovation (2018). Top executives from Carnival Corporation, Seabourn’s parent company, were also in attendance to support this momentous occasion, including Micky Arison and Arnold Donald. Take a look at some of the behind-the-scenes photos and tweets from last night’s elegant affair.
Behind these big blue doors lies pure magic. @PerSeNY chef_keller @SeabournCruise #TKAtSea @ Per Se https://t.co/OcfdC4rESI
— jackiecaradonio (@jackiecaradonio) June 10, 2015
A lovely greeting from @SeabournCruise celebrating their collaboration with @Chef_Keller #TKatSea pic.twitter.com/cpe77whyUm
— Per Se (@PerSeNY) June 10, 2015
From Central Park, @SeabournCruise Announces That It Will Bring Three Michelin Stars To Sea http://t.co/zOj99CPNrG pic.twitter.com/rAX13CrEiy
— Avid Cruiser (@avidcruiser) June 11, 2015
Always a pleasure @tihanydesign @SeabournCruise #TKatSea pic.twitter.com/25TLrPEPIb
— Thomas Keller (@Chef_Keller) June 10, 2015
Cruising just got a lot more delicious: @afarmedia toasting @chef_keller and @seabourncruise https://t.co/eF0ZtavnFm
— Jennifer Flowers (@JennFlowers) June 10, 2015
A behind-the-scenes glimpse at the #culinary perfection our guests experienced at @PerSeNY this evening #TKatSea pic.twitter.com/svfGspXaDI
— Seabourn (@SeabournCruise) June 11, 2015
.@Chef_Keller x @SeabournCruise: changing menus based on local ingredients could mean a Per Se in every port @luxury
— Justin Ocean (@jocean) June 10, 2015
“This team is dedicated to service, and we are excited to learn from each other.” – @Chef_Keller #TKatSea pic.twitter.com/YMzrwIKxag
— Seabourn (@SeabournCruise) June 11, 2015
The beginning of a beautiful partnership @seabourncruise Rick Meadows &Thomas Keller TK@Sea https://t.co/1TPnwqEFCo
— Micky Arison (@MickyArison) June 11, 2015
What a fabulous night at @PerSeNY! @avidcruiser the first report on all the excitement @SeabournCruise @Chef_Keller http://t.co/fpNCx3y3VT
— Tihany Design (@tihanydesign) June 11, 2015
– Ian Centrone