“The music of the sea”: a gastronomic cruise from Barcelona to Rome with Chef Ángel León

Costa Cruises is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a special voyage aboard its flagship, the Costa Toscana, dubbed “The Music of the Sea”.

This cruise travels the Mediterranean on a week-long itinerary that includes ports in Spain, France and Italy, with stops in places such as Genoa, Cagliari, Naples, Civitavecchia (Rome) and Marseille.

One of the most outstanding features of this cruise is that guests will be able to find menus designed by Chef Angel Leon, known as the “chef of the sea”.

On board the Costa Toscana, passengers have the opportunity to taste one of Leon’s most iconic menus, which stands out for its focus on seafood and the use of plankton as the main ingredient.

This exclusive menu pays tribute to Mediterranean ports and their unique flavors.

The music of the sea aboard the Costa Toscana

The Costa Toscana, with a maximum capacity of 6,730 passengers and powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), is the most modern ship in the Costa Cruises fleet.

It also has a wide gastronomic offer, which includes 18 bars and 15 restaurants.

The Archipelago restaurant is one of the highlights on board, decorated with elements salvaged from the sea and offering three exclusive tasting menus prepared by Michelin-starred chefs such as Hélène Darroze, Bruno Babieri and Ángel León.

The “Music of the Sea” itinerary offers a perfect combination of fascinating destinations and relaxing sailing days.

With prices starting from 299 euros per person in a double cabin, this cruise is an attractive option for those who wish to explore the Mediterranean and enjoy an exceptional gastronomic experience.

Cruise details

The hotel manager, Miguel Muñir, highlights the flexibility offered by the ship to adapt to the tastes of the passengers, mainly Spanish, French and Italian.

Small changes, such as the strategic arrangement of food on buffets, not only make it possible to economize, but also to reduce the amount of organic waste, in keeping with the motto “taste, don’t waste”.

It is important to take into account what is included in the base price of the ticket.

Sports activities, access to swimming pools and jacuzzis, full board and free buffet, among other services, are covered.

However, optional packages of beverages, internet access, excursions and other extras can be contracted.

Costa cruises also stand out as an excellent option for families, since in some offers children travel free of charge.

In addition, they strive to offer a Spanish living environment on board, with Spanish-speaking staff and meal schedules adapted to Spanish passengers.

There are also offers for individual travelers.

An unforgettable trip that combines the beauty of the sea with the most exquisite flavors of the region.