Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has been recognized with 16 Awards of Excellence at the 2026 Wine Spectator Awards — the most earned by the brand.
The honors were awarded to Silversea’s signature French restaurant, La Dame, and the dining venue of its immersive S.A.L.T. culinary concept, S.A.L.T. Kitchen, across the fleet – a testament to the brand’s commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences complemented by world-class wine programs.
“At Silversea, we believe extraordinary travel experiences are often shared around the table and best accompanied by an excellent bottle of wine,” said Gianluca Sparacino, Global Head of Food & Beverage, Silversea.
“These recognitions from Wine Spectator reflect the passion and expertise of our culinary and beverage teams, who continuously elevate our guests’ onboard experiences through exceptional cuisine, curated wine programs, and meaningful connections to the destinations we visit. We are determined to continue raising the standard for what luxury dining at sea can be.”
In total, Silversea received 16 Awards of Excellence in 2026, including:
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Cloud
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Dawn
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Endeavour
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Moon
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Muse
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Nova
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Ray
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Shadow
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Spirit
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Whisper
- 2026 Award of Excellence – La Dame on Silver Wind
- 2026 Award of Excellence – S.A.L.T. Kitchen on Silver Dawn
- 2026 Award of Excellence – S.A.L.T. Kitchen on Silver Moon
- 2026 Award of Excellence – S.A.L.T. Kitchen on Silver Muse
- 2026 Award of Excellence – S.A.L.T. Kitchen on Silver Nova
- 2026 Award of Excellence – S.A.L.T. Kitchen on Silver Ray
La Dame, Silversea’s elegant French dining experience, showcases refined cuisine inspired by France’s rich culinary heritage, paired with an extensive wine selection featuring renowned labels from some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions.
S.A.L.T. Kitchen, part of Silversea’s innovative Sea And Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) program, offers destination-inspired menus that reflect the cultures, traditions, and flavors of the regions guests explore, complemented by thoughtfully selected wines that enhance each culinary journey.
Presented annually by Wine Spectator, the Awards of Excellence recognize restaurants whose thoughtfully curated wine lists complement high-quality cuisine and appeal to a broad range of wine lovers.
The recognition underscores Silversea’s continued investment in culinary excellence across its fleet and its dedication to connecting guests more deeply with destinations through food, wine, and culture.
To learn more about Silversea’s portfolio of 10 unique dining concepts, visit www.silversea.com/life-onboard/luxury-cruise-fine-dining.
Source: Silversea Press Center
Images: © 2026 Silversea Cruises LTD.
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