What could be better than four days of delicious food and drink prepared by top chefs aboard a cruise ship? Not much. Especially when San Bernardo Ice Cream enters the equation.
Earlier this month, we proudly embarked on an exciting journey as an official sponsor of the 2025 Chefs Making Waves Cruise — a four-day culinary adventure at sea that united world-renowned chefs, passionate food lovers, and unforgettable flavors. Setting sail aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line on May 5th from the Port of Miami to Cozumel, Mexico, the voyage delivered an extraordinary experience for every palate. Guests indulged in a full menu of delights, including tastings, cooking demonstrations, gourmet dinners, hands-on classes, expert-led lectures, and a host of mouthwatering creations crafted by top culinary talents.
We were thrilled to be at the heart of the cruise experience, creating exclusive dessert collaborations with some of the most celebrated chefs in the industry. With each course, we set out to prove what we’ve always believed: dessert isn’t just the end of a meal — it’s the highlight.
Sweet Collaborations with Culinary Legends
Our Super Premium Ice Cream was featured in four standout collaborations throughout the cruise, each one showcasing the creativity and craft that define San Bernardo:
- Chef Robert Irvine brought Southern soul to the sea with his Sweet Potato & Pecan Peach Cobbler, paired with our rich and creamy NY Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Pie Crust Super Premium Ice Cream — a comforting, indulgent dessert duo that left guests swooning.
- Chef Richard Blais, never one to shy away from bold flavors, topped his Chocolate Lava Cake with our smooth Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream, creating a hot-and-cold combo that was both decadent and dynamic.
- Chef Antonia Lofaso gave guests a taste of tradition with her Sticky Toffee Pudding, made even more luxurious with a scoop of our 16% Super Premium Vanilla Ice Cream — an ultra-creamy masterpiece that melted beautifully into every bite.
- At a special dinner hosted by Scott Conant and Claudette Zepeda, our Italian Cheesecake with Raspberry Swirl was served as the grand finale. The sweet-tart raspberry ribbon and creamy cheesecake base made for a perfectly elegant finish.
Late-Night Cravings? We’ve Got You Covered
Every night of the cruise, guests danced the night away — and then satisfied their sweet cravings with our SB Ice Cream Truffles, including our Tartufo Truffle, Manhattan Truffle and Mom’s Coconut Gelato Truffle. In fact, the truffles became such a hit that many guests showed up multiple nights just to get another taste. Because who doesn’t get a late-night crave at the rave?
Midday Scoops Under the Sun
For those looking to cool off during the day, a San Bernardo Ice Cream freezer on the main deck became the go-to destination. Guests could grab a cup or cone of our fan-favorite flavors — Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Swirl, Sea Salt Caramel Truffle, and Tahitian Vanilla — served daily. It was the perfect pick-me-up between chef demos, poolside lounging, or just soaking in the ocean breeze.
Meet the San Bernardo Team Onboard
San Bernardo Ice Cream is a proud second-generation family business, and this cruise was a reflection of our continued passion for culinary creativity. Representing us onboard:
- Jonathan Tammara, Second-Generation President of San Bernardo, brought not only leadership but a genuine love for connecting with people and sharing the joy that ice cream brings. Throughout the cruise, he focused on building new relationships with chefs, partners, and guests — all while showing just how much excitement ice cream can add to any experience.
- Amandah Goldsmith, Senior VP of Strategic Partnerships, is a culinary magician in her own right — known for going behind the scenes with chefs and restaurants to dream up decadent, over-the-top creations using our ice cream. Her flavor instincts and creative spark were on full display throughout the cruise.
- Valerie Viguie, the newest member of our team, brought her talents behind the lens and on social media to capture every sweet moment. Her eye for storytelling and knack for marketing helped amplify our presence and share the magic of the cruise with our wider community.
A Cruise to Remember
Being part of the Chef’s Making Waves Cruise wasn’t just an opportunity to showcase our ice cream — it was a chance to celebrate the artistry, connection, and joy that food can bring.
From decadent pairings to late-night truffles, this voyage was a celebration of dessert done right — and the perfect reminder that some of the best memories are made when you’re sharing something sweet. Whether guests were relaxing poolside, attending exclusive chef dinners, or celebrating under the stars, San Bernardo was proud to be part of their culinary journey — one scoop, truffle, and swirl at a time.
Until next time — stay cool and save room for ice cream.
