There’s something irresistible about the Western Mediterranean and its culture built around the pleasures of eating and drinking well.
We invite you to travel with us from the timeless glamour of the French Riviera, the rustic elegance of Corsica and Sardinia to the lemon-scented terraces of the Amalfi Coast. Aboard a luxury yacht, you will always be seated at the best table in the house, while each trip ashore will offer a new taste, scent and dish to fall in love with.
The French Riviera: Where Glamour Meets Gastronomy
It all begins on the Côte d’Azur, where the air is filled with the scent of lavender and grilled langoustines. Before you join your yacht in Antibes, wander through cobbled lanes to find a glass of chilled rosé and a platter of Niçoise specialities to whet your appetite.
Leisurely cruising along the coastline past Villefranche, Eze, and Beaulieu-sur-Mer, the Riviera reveals beach-front and harbour-side cafes and bistros alongside chic restaurants serving the best of French gastronomy. Lunch might be on the terrace of Château de la Chèvre d’Or in Eze, which boasts 2 Michelin stars and stunning views, accompanied by the scent of thyme, jasmine and roses from the immaculate gardens. Alternatively La Guérite, nestled on the rocky cove of Ile Sainte Marguerite has been creating culinary experiences overlooking the bay of Cannes since 1902.
In Monaco, haute cuisine reigns supreme. It’s hard to resist the allure of the 3 Michelin starred Le Louis XV or the prestigious Cipriani, but equally rewarding is dining on board your own yacht, as your private chef recreates Riviera classics with a modern twist: lobster bouillabaisse infused with saffron, or roasted sea bass with fennel and Pernod. At anchor off Cap Ferrat, with a glass of Champagne and the lights of the Riviera across the bay, time will stand still.
Further west, St Tropez — the town that Brigitte Bardot turned into legend — is all about indulgent beach clubs like Bagatelle, Les Palmiers or Nikki Beach which buzz with style serving cocktails and lunch alongside pristine white sand. Dinner at Le Quai or on the terrace at L’Opera followed by their spectacular show are Riviera perfection.
Corsica and Sardinia: The Wild Heart of the Med
Sail south and the polished Riviera gives way to something wilder. Corsica, with its craggy cliffs and chestnut forests, feels like France’s untamed cousin and is deeply proud of its culinary roots. Here, charcuterie is an art form: figatellu sausages, lonzu, and coppa are aged in mountain air. Add creamy brocciu cheese and a glass of local Patrimonio wine, and you’ve got a meal that tastes just as the island feels.
Drop anchor near Santa Manza to enjoy Corsica’s serene beauty and take full advantage of this secluded, exclusive anchorage while dining aboard your yacht. Arriving in Bonifacio at sunset offers the perfect opportunity for pre-dinner cocktails on deck before heading ashore for dinner at Le Voilier, set in the charming heart of the picturesque port.
Waking up on a clear day will reveal views across the bay to Sardina and the Lavezzi Islands — a short 40-minute sail across the glittering strait. Turquoise coves and beachside cuisine served at places like the wonderful Restaurant des Pêcheurs feature along the way to Porto Cervo. Here, you’re in the realm of chic Mediterranean dining — from the refined garden elegance of Gianni Pedrinelli to Quattro Passi Al Pescatore, where you can indulge in the freshest seafood at the water’s edge.
Venture inland to San Pantaleo, where Giagoni in Piazza represents the culinary soul of the island and transforms humble ingredients — fregola pasta, bottarga, saffron, and pecorino — into works of art crafted with passion and simplicity.
As you return to your yacht, anchored at the heart of the marina, the chef might serve some local delicacies such as the dessert seadas, a traditional Sardinian pastry filled with honey and cheese, served warm as the sun sinks into the Tyrrhenian Sea — a sweet reminder that every dish tells part of your yacht charter story.
The Amalfi Coast: Pure Dolce Vita
And then, there is Italy. The Amalfi Coast doesn’t just feed you – it seduces you. From the volcanic energy of Naples – the birthplace of pizza – to the pastel perfection of Positano, this coastline is a living feast for the senses.
In Capri, life is best enjoyed al fresco with long lunches at Da Paolino or Michelin-starred L’Olivo where every dish showcases the island’s effortless glamour – think spaghetti alle vongole, burrata with anchovies, and granita made from sweet local lemons.
Sail on to Nerano, where Quattro Passi turns humble fishing village ingredients into fine art. In Positano, the aroma of Amalfi lemons drifts through the open windows at La Sponda and every evening, hundreds of candles light the room, creating the most romantic dining experience on the coast. The village of Ravello pairs breathtaking views with fine dining — Rossellinis at Palazzo Avino and Belmond’s Ristorante Belvedere both deliver the cliff-top perfection this coastline is known for.
Of course, one of the joys of a gourmet yacht charter is bringing all these flavours back on board. Imagine your private chef crafting dinner with the morning’s market finds — Amalfi prawns, zucchini blossoms, hand-rolled pasta — while you sip limoncello on deck as the coastal lights flicker. It’s la dolce vita, distilled into a single, perfect evening.
Always the best table in the house
Aboard your yacht, every meal is tailored to you; lunch might be a seafood grill prepared while you swim in a hidden cove; dinner could be a five-course tasting menu under the stars.
Your private chef isn’t just cooking — they’re creating your Mediterranean memories with new inspiration, new flavours and the joy that comes from knowing everything tastes just a little better when you are sat at the best table in the house.
