Crystal Esprit To Host Guest Chef Ben Robinson Onboard Select West Indies Sailings
Chef Ben Robinson of Bravo TV’s popular Below Deck series, will bring his culinary expertise and lively personality to the galleys and dining venues of Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises’ Crystal Esprit, as he hosts two of the yacht’s spring West Indies sailings in 2018.
During the weeklong sailings on March 18, 2018 and April 1, 2018, Robinson will lead cooking demonstrations and host question & answer sessions, cocktail receptions and shore-side visits to local markets. Guests can also enjoy a multi-course dinner specially prepared by the chef and Crystal Esprit’s culinary team.
No stranger to the region or yachting lifestyle, Robinson stars on Bravo TV’s Below Deck, a reality program that highlights private yachting in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, and chronicles the crew’s experiences. In addition to his decade-long tenure as an executive chef aboard international yachts, Robinson operates a global catering business serving clients all over the world.
“Chef Robinson’s flair for the culinary arts and engaging personality are truly a treat for our guests who relish Crystal’s world-class cuisine,” says Carmen Roig, Crystal’s senior vice president of marketing and sales. “The intimate size of Crystal Esprit presents an ideal setting for Robinson to become part of the onboard experience, while providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy a unique voyage.”
A hallmark of the Crystal Esprit experience has long been the superior level of cuisine served in the yacht’s chic dining venues. Crystal’s expert culinary team will work alongside Robinson to prepare dishes that highlight the specialties and flavors of the region. Guests aboard the two sailings will also receive a complimentary Chef Ben branded Nakiri kitchen knife and signed apron.
