Fine Dining, Exquisite Menus And Service With Broker Sasha Leong

We sat down with Broker Sasha Leong to get her insight into planning the perfect luxury yacht charter for fine-dining fanatics.

By Sam Jurgensen • 29 March 2023

What Do You Look for in a Superyacht Charter?

The combination of exclusivity, sophistication and indulgence that is not commonly accessible to everyone. A sumptuous environment that allows guests to indulge in the finer things of life, such as fine dining. It’s about escaping from the ordinary and enjoying personal attention and bespoke services.

Where Are Your Top 3 Destinations That Align With Your Perception?

  • The French Riviera has a rich culinary tradition, focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced locally. The region is known for its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, which features fresh seafood, herbs, and vegetables.
  • The Amalfi Coast is known for its delicious Mediterranean cuisine, which uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create seafood dishes, pizza, pasta and delightful limoncello liqueur.
  • The Indian Ocean is home to some of the world’s best seafood, including fresh fish, shrimp, crab, and lobster. Many countries along the Indian Ocean feature a variety of spices and herbs like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, which are perfect for creating curry dishes.

What Feelings Does Your Theme Evoke in You?

Experiencing such exquisite food and service is often seen as a way of showing gratitude to oneself or others. It’s a way of celebrating special events, rewarding oneself for hard work, or expressing appreciation to others for their accomplishments. Enjoying a gourmet meal onboard a yacht creates a sense of gratitude and thankfulness for life’s pleasures.

Fine dining is equally associated with joy because it offers the possibility to indulge in the pleasures of the senses, such as the taste, smell, and presentation of the food. In addition, the experience of fine dining is often elevated by the yacht’s atmosphere, including the decor, lighting, and music, which can create a mood of celebration and joy.

What Yachts Would You Recommend?

  • Aquila – thanks to her spacious dining areas, she is the ideal yacht for enjoying meals with family and friends indoors and outdoors with a gorgeous view. Having personally worked on this yacht for two years as a chef, I know the space provided to chefs allowed us to create any menu desired.
  • Savannah – with a state-of-the-art galley, multiple dining rooms, and a wine cellar onboard, the chef can create a wide variety of dishes with precision and efficiency. 
  • Flying Fox – guests can experience exceptional dining, combining gourmet cuisine with luxurious surroundings. This is the largest charter yacht available, with a team of 5 chefs in the galley so guests can experience food like no other.

What Yacht Features Would You Recommend to Clients?

It is always great to have a beach BBQ set up on the boat; guests enjoy this when it’s done correctly – the same service as the boat, but they’re on a beach.

Any Additional Activities or Services for Clients To Keep in Mind?

  • Masseuse
  • PT/ Yoga Instructor
  • All the latest water toys
  • Scuba diving