Sail with Chef López
Embark on an exclusive chef-hosted departure with Michelin-starred Chef Karime López, whose destination-inspired cuisine brings the vibrant flavors of Seychelles and Tanzania to life aboard Aqua Lares
Seasoned in Seychelles
Michelin-starred Chef Karime López brings her destination-inspired culinary vision to Aqua Lares, blending Mediterranean elegance with the vibrant coastal Creole flavors of Seychelles and East Africa.
Inspired by the islands and coastlines of Seychelles and Tanzania, Chef Karime López created a menu that reflects the region’s rich cultural heritage and exceptional local produce. Mediterranean influences meet Creole traditions, elevated through refined Japanese techniques and a deep respect for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Guests can look forward to signature dishes created using regional delicacies and ocean-fresh seafood, including Zanzibar-spiced ribeye, Creole shrimp curry with fried plantain, as well as lobster tagliatelle finished with caviar.
Join Chef Karime López aboard Aqua Lares for an exclusive chef-hosted departure from February 17 – 27, 2027.
The exclusive chef-hosted experience
A pioneer in contemporary Mexican cuisine
Born and raised in Mexico, Karime López discovered her passion for cooking while working at her family’s restaurant. She went on to refine her craft in some of the world’s most acclaimed kitchens across Spain, Peru, Japan, and Italy. In 2018, Chef López became the first Mexican woman to earn a Michelin star at Gucci Osteria Florence, and was named Chef of the Year in Italy.
Today, Chef López brings her globally celebrated approach to Aqua Lares, creating a culinary experience inspired by the destinations the superyacht explores. Her menus celebrate the flavors of Seychelles and East Africa through locally sourced ingredients, and a philosophy that every meal should deepen guests’ connection to the journey itself.
