Discovery Princess Chef’s Table Lumiere Menu
Chef’s Table Lumiere is one of the most exclusive dining experiences aboard Discovery Princess, offering a multi-course dinner created and hosted by the ship’s executive chef. The photographed menu from October 6, 2026 provides a complete look at one evening’s experience, beginning with hors d’oeuvres and Champagne before progressing through salmon gravlax, foie gras, seafood bisque, an intermezzo, a choice of main course and dessert.
This particular Discovery Princess Chef’s Table Lumiere menu was overseen by Executive Chef Claudiu Rusu and Director of Restaurant Operations Carlos Marques. The meal was accompanied by a four-wine selection spanning Champagne, Sancerre, Petite Sirah and Tokaji.
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What Is Chef’s Table Lumiere on Discovery Princess?
Chef’s Table Lumiere is an elevated experiential dining option aboard Discovery Princess.
Unlike a conventional specialty restaurant where guests simply choose dishes from a standard menu, Chef’s Table Lumiere is structured as a multi-course culinary experience hosted by the ship’s executive chef.
Princess describes the experience as beginning with Champagne and hors d’oeuvres before guests enjoy an extravagant multi-course dinner.
The October 6, 2026 menu photographed here follows exactly that type of progression.
It begins with four hors d’oeuvres and paired wines before moving to the courses served “At the Chef Table.”
Chef’s Table Lumiere Hors d’Oeuvres
The evening begins with four hors d’oeuvres:
• Fontina Cheese Mini Quiche Sun-Blushed Tomato
• Lobster Margarita with Mango, Avocado and Lime Juice
• Shrimp and Scallop Cake with Balsamic Sauce
• Warmed Potato Timbale with Sour Cream and Caviar
The selection moves between cheese, lobster and shellfish before finishing with potato, sour cream and caviar.
Rather than ordering one appetizer, the menu presents these as part of the progression leading into the main Chef’s Table dinner.
Chef’s Table Lumiere Wine Selection
Four wines are printed on the photographed menu:
• Moët Chandon Brut Imperial – France
• Sancerre Domaine Pierre Riffault – France
• Caymus-Suisun Grand Durif Petit Syrah – California, USA
• Oremus Tokaji – Hungary
The selection moves from Champagne through white and red wine before reaching a Hungarian Tokaji.
Wine is an important component of the Chef’s Table Lumiere experience, with Princess describing the dinner as a culinary journey accompanied by carefully selected wines.
Salmon Gravlax
The first course listed under “At the Chef Table” is Salmon Gravlax.
It is presented with:
• Wasabi crystal
• Fish bone tuile
• Dill sprig
The accompaniments bring together wasabi and dill with a delicate fish bone tuile.
Foie Gras on Brioche
The next course is Foie Gras on Brioche.
It is accompanied by:
• Caramelized Calvados apple tourne
• Demi-glace
• Tortilla threads
The apple and Calvados pairing adds a fruit component alongside the richness of the foie gras and brioche.
Seafood Bisque with Brandy Cream
The seafood course continues with Seafood Bisque with Brandy Cream.
The menu pairs the bisque with:
• Oysters Rockefeller
• Black mussels
• Himalayan salt
• Pink peppercorn
This is one of the more elaborate seafood combinations on the evening’s menu, bringing several shellfish elements into a single course.
Intermezzo: Lemon Sorbet & Champagne
Before the main course, the menu includes an intermezzo of:
• Lemon sorbet
• Champagne
The intermezzo separates the earlier seafood and foie gras courses from the main entrée.
Main Course Choices
The photographed menu gives guests a choice between two main courses: Roast Salmon Fillet or Veal Oscar.
Roast Salmon Fillet
The Roast Salmon Fillet is served with:
• Red wine sauce
• Crisp potato confit
• Oyster mushrooms
• Rainbow cauliflower
The combination pairs the salmon with a red wine sauce rather than a more conventional white or butter-based sauce.
Veal Oscar
The alternative entrée is Veal Oscar.
It is served with:
• Crab meat
• Béarnaise sauce
• Caviar
The Veal Oscar brings together veal and crab with two particularly rich accompaniments: Béarnaise and caviar.
Dessert: Lemon Mousse
Dessert is a Lemon Mousse accompanied by:
• Almond shortbread
• Puffed rice
• Fried basil leaf
The citrus-focused dessert follows a menu that includes several rich seafood, foie gras and meat courses.
Coffee, Tea and Gourmandises
The dinner concludes with:
• Coffee, tea or herbal tea
• Homemade gourmandises
The menu closes with “Buon Appetito.”
Who Created This Discovery Princess Chef’s Table Menu?
The photographed menu identifies:
• Claudiu Rusu – Executive Chef
• Carlos Marques – Director of Restaurant Operations
The menu is stamped M/V Discovery Princess and dated October 6, 2026.
That date is useful because Chef’s Table menus can change. This page therefore documents a specific Chef’s Table Lumiere dinner rather than suggesting that these exact courses will appear on every Discovery Princess sailing.
How Chef’s Table Lumiere Differs From Regular Specialty Dining
Chef’s Table Lumiere is not simply another specialty restaurant aboard Discovery Princess.
The experience centers on a curated multi-course dinner hosted by the executive chef rather than a conventional restaurant menu where passengers independently select an appetizer, entrée and dessert.
The photographed menu demonstrates that format clearly.
The progression includes:
• Hors d’oeuvres
• Champagne and wine
• Salmon gravlax
• Foie gras
• Seafood bisque
• Lemon sorbet and Champagne intermezzo
• Choice of salmon or veal
• Lemon mousse
• Coffee, tea or herbal tea
• Homemade gourmandises
That makes Chef’s Table Lumiere more of a complete dining event than a standard dinner reservation.
How Much Does Chef’s Table Lumiere Cost?
Princess currently lists Chef’s Table Lumiere at $155 per guest plus service charge.
However, the photographed October 6, 2026 menu does not display a price.
Princess also notes that pricing and menu offerings are subject to change and may vary by ship, so passengers should verify the price attached to their own reservation rather than assuming a photographed menu reflects the current charge.
Is Chef’s Table Lumiere Included With Princess Plus or Premier?
No. Princess classifies Chef’s Table Lumiere as experiential dining and states that its immersive dining experiences are not included in Princess Plus or Princess Premier.
The experience carries a separate charge.
This is important for passengers with Premier in particular, since specialty dining benefits included with a package should not be assumed to cover every experiential dining event onboard.
Do You Need a Reservation?
Yes.
Chef’s Table Lumiere is a reservation-required experience with limited availability.
Because this is designed as an intimate dining event rather than a conventional restaurant, passengers interested in experiencing it should not expect the same availability as a regular main dining room.
Princess currently directs passengers to its dining reservation system and Dine Line for reservation assistance, with onboard availability remaining a factor.
Is There a Dress Code?
Princess currently classifies Chef’s Table Lumiere as a formal dining experience.
Passengers booking the experience should therefore check the current dress guidance associated with their reservation rather than treating it like a casual specialty restaurant.
Which Princess Ships Have Chef’s Table Lumiere?
Princess distinguishes Chef’s Table Lumiere from its standard Chef’s Table experience.
Princess currently lists Chef’s Table Lumiere on select Royal-Class ships, while the broader Chef’s Table experience is available across additional vessels.
Discovery Princess specifically offers Chef’s Table Lumiere, and the photographed menu confirms the experience aboard the ship on October 6, 2026.
Because Princess can change dining venues and experiences over time, passengers sailing on another ship should check the current dining lineup for that vessel.
About Discovery Princess
Discovery Princess is the sixth Royal-Class ship in the Princess fleet.
The ship entered service in 2022 and has a guest capacity of 3,660 at lower berths. Its dining lineup includes a mixture of complimentary restaurants, specialty venues and experiential dining.
Chef’s Table Lumiere sits at the higher end of those experiences, focusing on a limited-capacity, chef-led multi-course dinner rather than conventional restaurant dining.
Is Chef’s Table Lumiere Worth Considering?
For passengers primarily looking for a larger meal or simply a different restaurant, Discovery Princess already offers numerous dining choices.
Chef’s Table Lumiere is aimed at something different.
The appeal is the progression of the meal, the wine component, the presentation and the involvement of the ship’s culinary team.
This particular menu moves through lobster, shrimp, scallops, caviar, gravlax, foie gras, oysters, mussels and either salmon or veal before dessert. That gives a good indication of the type of elaborate menu passengers may encounter, even though the exact dishes can change.
For passengers celebrating a birthday, anniversary or another special occasion, it is one of the more elaborate dining experiences available aboard Discovery Princess.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chef’s Table Lumiere on Discovery Princess?
Chef’s Table Lumiere is an exclusive multi-course dining experience hosted by the ship’s executive chef. It includes an elaborate progression of courses with Champagne and wine.
What was on this Discovery Princess Chef’s Table Lumiere menu?
The October 6, 2026 menu includes hors d’oeuvres followed by salmon gravlax, foie gras on brioche, seafood bisque, lemon sorbet with Champagne, a choice of roast salmon or Veal Oscar, lemon mousse and homemade gourmandises.
What hors d’oeuvres were served?
The menu lists a Fontina cheese mini quiche, lobster margarita, shrimp and scallop cake, and warmed potato timbale with sour cream and caviar.
What were the main course choices?
Guests could choose between Roast Salmon Fillet with red wine sauce, crisp potato confit, oyster mushrooms and rainbow cauliflower, or Veal Oscar with crab meat, Béarnaise sauce and caviar.
What was served for dessert?
The dessert was Lemon Mousse with almond shortbread, puffed rice and fried basil leaf.
Are wines included in the experience?
The photographed menu lists four wines as part of the evening: Moët Chandon Brut Imperial, Sancerre Domaine Pierre Riffault, Caymus-Suisun Grand Durif Petit Syrah and Oremus Tokaji.
How much does Chef’s Table Lumiere cost?
Princess currently lists Chef’s Table Lumiere at $155 per guest plus service charge. The photographed October 6, 2026 menu itself does not show a price, and Princess states that pricing can vary.
Is Chef’s Table Lumiere included with Princess Premier?
No. Princess states that its experiential dining experiences are not included with Princess Plus or Princess Premier.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes. Chef’s Table Lumiere requires a reservation and has limited availability.
Is Chef’s Table Lumiere formal?
Princess currently classifies the experience as formal.
Who was the executive chef for this menu?
The photographed October 6, 2026 Discovery Princess menu identifies Claudiu Rusu as Executive Chef.
Who was the Director of Restaurant Operations?
The menu identifies Carlos Marques as Director of Restaurant Operations.
Will I get this exact menu on my Discovery Princess cruise?
Not necessarily. Chef’s Table Lumiere menus can change, and Princess specifically states that menu offerings may vary by ship. This article documents the menu served aboard Discovery Princess on October 6, 2026.
Conclusion
The Discovery Princess Chef’s Table Lumiere menu from October 6, 2026 showcases just how elaborate this Princess Cruises dining experience can be.
The evening begins with Champagne, wines and four hors d’oeuvres before moving through salmon gravlax, foie gras on brioche and seafood bisque. A lemon sorbet and Champagne intermezzo leads into a choice between Roast Salmon Fillet and Veal Oscar, followed by Lemon Mousse and homemade gourmandises.
With multiple courses, premium ingredients, selected wines and a menu overseen by Executive Chef Claudiu Rusu, Chef’s Table Lumiere is positioned very differently from a conventional specialty restaurant aboard Discovery Princess.
The exact dishes and pricing can change, but this photographed menu provides a detailed example of what passengers can expect from one of Princess Cruises’ most elaborate dining experiences.
