Cunard 2026 Culinary Residencies: The Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux on Queen Anne

George and Dan
Jan 21
3 min read

Cunard is turning up the heat in 2026 with a series of Culinary Residencies, bringing some of the world’s most celebrated chefs onboard for limited-time dining experiences. Think speciality restaurant takeovers, exclusive menus you won’t find on a standard sailing, and the chance to see the talent behind it all through live demos, Q&As and book signings.

In this guide, we’re focusing on the standout residency for foodies sailing Queen Anne: The Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux, including what’s included, what costs extra, and the 2026 voyage dates to look out for.

The Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux: the headline residency for 2026

For 2026, Cunard is partnering with Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux for a Norway-focused residency on Queen Anne. This one’s especially interesting because it brings the flavour and feel of Le Gavroche to sea, with a menu designed by Michel Roux that nods to the restaurant’s long legacy.

Think refined, classic cooking, with simple ingredients done properly and a real “occasion” vibe in the dining room.

What’s included onboard during Michel Roux’s residency

You’ll typically see the residency pop up in a few different ways across the ship:

Le Gavroche at Sir Samuels’

This is the main event: a five-night takeover with a tasting menu experience. It’s US$200 per person (excluding wines) and it’s reservation-only.

Oysters at Carinthia Lounge

A more relaxed option running every evening, featuring Norwegian seafood, and it’s walk-in only (no reservations).

Main Dining Rooms

There’s also an exclusive three-course Gala menu available in the main dining rooms with no additional charge.

Hosted events

Alongside the dining, you can usually expect:

a live cooking demonstration
a Cunard Insights talk and Q&A
an exclusive book signing

2026 Michel Roux Culinary Residency: voyage dates

Here are the Queen Anne sailings listed for 2026:

H613 – Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux: 29 May 2026 to 05 June 2026 (7 nights)
H618D – Iceland and British Isles: 23 July 2026 to 09 August 2026 (17 nights)
H619 – Iceland with Michel Roux: 26 July 2026 to 09 August 2026 (14 nights)
H622 – Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux: 30 August 2026 to 06 September 2026 (7 nights)
H629 – Norwegian Fjords with Michel Roux: 13 November 2026 to 21 November 2026 (7 nights)

Worth noting: Cunard states that Michel Roux will only be onboard for a section of H618D.

How booking works (and what to expect)

The standout dining experiences during the residency come with an additional cover charge, and Cunard notes these are typically available to book via My Cunard around six months before departure. More details are shared onboard as well.

Our tip: if you’re sailing on one of these dates and you’re keen, set yourself a reminder for that six-month window, because the “special event” nights are exactly the sort of thing that can fill up quickly.

Final thoughts

If you’re the kind of cruiser who plans their day around what’s on the menu (no judgement, same), this is a really fun way to make a Fjords or Iceland sailing feel even more special. The mix of bookable fine dining, casual seafood options, and hosted events makes it feel like more than just “a guest chef night” too. If you’re already booked on Queen Anne in 2026, it’s definitely worth checking whether your voyage lines up with the Michel Roux residency dates above.

FAQ

What exactly is a Cunard Culinary Residency?

A limited-time onboard programme where a well-known chef takes over parts of the dining offer, usually with special menus plus events like demos, talks, Q&As, and signings.

Is there an extra cost?

Yes, the residency dining experiences can come with an additional cover charge (for example, the Le Gavroche tasting menu listing shows a per-person price, excluding wines).

When can we book the residency dining?

Cunard notes these experiences are generally available to book via My Cunard about six months before departure (and you’ll also see reminders in pre-cruise comms).