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Introducing Seabourn Encore's Stylish Sushi Restaurant

SEATTLE,February 22, 2017 - One of the most striking and innovative features ofSeabourn Encore is the new alternative diningvenue Sushi. Designed and decorated by renowned hospitality designer Adam D.Tihany, the airy, intimate room located just off the Atrium on Deck 8 providesa delightful change of pace for guests in the mood for something different forlunches and dinners during their voyages.

The concept and execution of a sushi restaurant on board is thebrainchild of Seabourn Culinary Consultant Chef Anton "Tony" Egger,who is responsible for everything from the recipes, menus and service style tothe choice of uniforms, china and tableware.

"I was an executive chef on Seabourn ships and also corporateexecutive chef for a while, so I'm familiar with the taste and expectations ofSeabourn's guests," says Egger. "I love really good sushi myself, soI was committed to developing the best sushi dining experience, not only withimpeccably fresh ingredients and expert preparation, but also with the culturalaspects of the Japanese sushi tradition."

Working with Japanese chef friends, Egger spent months developinga network of suppliers to ensure that top quality ingredients, includingJapanese fish and seafood and crucial elements such as the special Japanesesushi rice, differently flavored vinegars and a variety of fresh Japaneseproduce can be supplied to the ship as it cruises the world. His menus areingredient-specific, no substitutions are permitted. If an ingredient isunavailable, the chefs will not serve the dish. The Japanese sushi tradition isexemplified by small, family-run restaurants, and that is the fun, friendlyatmosphere that guests will enjoy at Sushi on Seabourn Encore.

"The staff in Sushi, from the three specialized Asian sushichefs to the wait-staff, all interact as one team, focused on the guests,"says Egger. "You'll see the sommelier delivering food plates, the waitersfetching drinks, it feels like a family operation. But like in a family, whenit comes to the preparation, there are specialists," he continued."Properly cooked and vinegared rice is the heart of sushi, so one personis the rice master, for every meal, every day."

Lunches at Sushi are designed around the Japanese bento boxtradition, which offers a nutritious, tasty meal in a quick and casual style.Sushi will offer three options daily, with main courses of meat or poultry,seafood and vegetarian. Each box is accompanied by a hot miso soup, aJapanese-style salad and a simple dessert. Dinners offer an a la carte menu,including edamame and miso soup, an array of salads and small plates of varioussashimis and tatakis, as well as a variety of sashimi, nigiri and maki sushi,and signature rolls exploiting the best ingredients selected by the chefs. Allselections can be ordered either as individual servings or to share, as the guestsprefer. Unlike the sequence of courses in a Western meal, sushi is servedcontinuously as it is prepared by the chefs. Desserts are simple but delicious,consisting of Asian-flavored ice creams, sorbets and puddings.

Seabourn's master mixologist, Brian van Flandern, has created twospecial cocktails for Sushi, a craft drink called the Sushi Verde, and a uniqueYamazaki Whiskey Tea Ceremony for couples or quartets. The venue also offers avariety of hot or cold Japanese sakes, beers and a selection of wines tocomplement the menus. And in another bow to tradition, a selection of fivedistinctive Japanese teas are available, brewed in artisanal cast iron pots.

Sushi is open for lunch and dinner daily. In keeping with Japanesetradition, reservations are not required. If a seat is open, guests arewelcome.

Designed by Adam D. Tihany, Seabourn Encore features moderndesign elements and innovations in keeping with Seabourn's reputation forunderstated elegance. The 40,350-GRT ship carries just 600 guests, based ondouble occupancy. In addition, every suite features a private veranda. Sushiwill also debut on the Seabourn Ovation when it launches in Spring 2018.

For more details about the award-winning Seabourn fleet, or toexplore the worldwide selection of Seabourn cruising options aboard the world'sfinest ultra-luxury cruise line, contact a professional travel advisor, callSeabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com.

For more Information:
Irene Lui
(206) 626-9122 or ilui@seabourn.com
or
Ashley Fenton
Hawkins International Public Relations
(212) 255-6541 or Ashley@hawkpr.com

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