Explora Journeys unveils a culinary voyage through Italy for fine dining venue Anthology

Created by Franck Garanger, head of culinary Explora Journeys, he believes Anthology is more than just a restaurant: ‘it's a voyage through Italy’s gastronomic landscape. For me, Italian cuisine is about respecting the people, the ingredients, and the traditions that have been passed down through generations.’

He continued: ‘It's about sharing the soul of Italy, one dish at a time. This will be a culinary reflection of the rich tapestry of the sights, scents and flavours of Italian cuisine, which I am deeply passionate about.’

A career in cuisine

Garanger discovered his passion for cooking at an early age and commenced his career as an apprentice at the Michelin star restaurant Le Vert D' Eau in Angers with French Master Chef Jean-François Piers.

Prior to joining Explora Journeys in 2022, he worked at numerous world-renowned restaurants alongside some of the most notable culinary names including Paul Bocuse, Alain Passard and Thierry Marx. He spent more than a decade in leading culinary positions at Silversea Cruises and Oceania Cruises.

Anthology offers an intimate yet elevated dining atmosphere with the opportunity to dine outdoors overlooking the ocean.

Each dish on the menu is a celebration of Italy’s finest regional ingredients and flavours. Highlights include Mediterranean seabass with Arabica coffee and tonka bean and scallop cannelloni with black truffe. Plant-based options are available for each course.

The Anthology tasting menu is available at €140 per person, with an optional wine pairing at €60 per person.