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‘Love by Britto’ Brings Bliss to Big Apple with Princess Cruises

Valentine's Pop Up at Chelsea Piers is Epic Romance Thanks to Chef Rudi Sodamin

by ElizaBeth Taylor February 14, 2025
by ElizaBeth Taylor February 14, 2025 0 comments
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Love is in the air and sea thanks to Princess Cruises.

The perfect Valentine’s Day reservation Love by Britto – a first of its kind pop-up dining event that blends art, romance and culinary mastery into an unforgettable celebration of love – has sold-out this holiday, but it is a passion project that is truly remarkable.

As one of several dining experiences aboard Princess Cruises’ newest ship – Sun Princess, Love by Britto now a shoreside in Manhattan for one special weekend. The limited-time event brings the romance of the high seas by offering land-based guests an extraordinary Valentine’s Day experience featuring a chef-curated five-course menu, heart-inspired cocktails, and the iconic artistry of Romero Britto.

Hosted at Currents at Pier 59 on New York City’s stunning waterfront, the exclusive event will only be on February 13 and 14.

“In a city where the perfect Valentine’s Day reservation is one of the most coveted prizes, Love by Britto provides an opportunity that’s as exclusive as it is unforgettable,” said Rudi Sodamin, Head of Culinary Arts for Princess Cruises. “We’ve created an event that goes beyond a traditional dinner, combining Britto’s iconic art with culinary masterpieces to celebrate the universal language of love in a truly transformative way.”

The nights include:

  • World-famous artwork of Romero Britto
  • A festive Champagne Wall where guests can ring a bell and a glass of bubbly magically appears
  • An array of specialty wines and cocktails like Strawberry Love Potion, Expresso My Love and Love Prosecco
  • A floating video wall showcasing the breathtaking ocean views from Love by Britto onboard Sun Princess and Star Princess
  • Prix fixe, mouthwatering courses featuring creative, heart-shaped presentations including:
    • Cappuccino of Wild Mushroom with Shaved Winter Truffles
    • Savory Tuna & Avocado, Pomegranate, Togarashi
    • Granita of Pink Champagne and Rose Petals
    • Choice of:
      • Duet of Prime Beef & Wagyu, Cracked Pepper, Red Wine Reduction
      • Chilean Sea Bass, Caviar Mousseline, Pea Puree
      • Love of Vegetables, Oven-Baked Veggies with Mozzarella
    • Choice of:
      • Lionel Richie’s “All Night Love” Vanilla Salted Caramel Ice Cream with Assorted Berries – Smize & Dream by Tyra Banks
      • Chocolate Lava Cake, Fresh Berries & Raspberry Cream
  • Vibrant dinnerware featuring Britto’s art, heart-folded napkins,and even delicate cutlery with heart-shaped cutouts adorn candlelit tables.

“New York City and Princess Cruises are united by a shared spirit of romance, and both are iconic settings where love is celebrated, nurtured, and cherished,” added Sodamin. “There’s no better place than New York City this Valentine’s Day to debut our first-ever shoreside pop-up of Love by Britto. Our goal is to leave New Yorkers inspired—through culinary masterpieces and Romero Britto’s vibrant artistry—by celebrating the universal language of love in this exclusive dining experience.”

Love by Britto, which first opened on the high seas onboard the new Sun Princess earlier this year to rave reviews, will soon open a second location onboard Star Princess, launching in Fall 2025. Both ships feature 30 inviting restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators, high-end ingredients, and culinary experiences creating the best foodie destinations at sea.

True engineering marvels, the 4,300-guest, 178,000-ton Sun Princess and Star Princess are the new Sphere Class of ships for Princess and these next-level Love Boats feature the iconic and elegant structural lines Princess is known for while delivering an evolution of the brand with new eye-catching architectural spectacles like The Dome, the cruise industry’s first geodesic feature on the top deck; The Sphere, the suspended glass Sphere Piazza at the center of the cruise ship; and The Arena, the most technically advanced theater at sea.

The award-winning Sun Princess recently completed an inaugural cruise season in the Mediterranean before debuting in Ft. Lauderdale for the ship’s first Caribbean season. Sister ship, Star Princess, will also begin in the Mediterranean and then offer Caribbean itineraries alongside Sun Princess before Star Princess transitions to Alaska voyages in Spring 2026.

Sun Princess and Star Princess cruises are on sale now. Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.

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ElizaBeth Taylor

DEPUTY EDITOR - ElizaBeth Taylor is known to many in the media world with featured work in Variety, E! News, Dan’s Papers, and several international publications. The Sensible Socialite began her career as a travel reporter exploring Europe, Russia, South America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Greatly influenced by her time on the road, she developed a heightened awareness for the way humans connect. Her skills have led to current work as both a journalist and entertainment producer. With over 50 shows under her belt, Taylor has worked behind the scenes with major networks and studios. Taylor’s calendar year is always full, and she joyfully rings in the next chapter every December with her notable contributions to the most recognized show on the planet - The Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. (Instagram @liztaylorworld)

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