Culinary, Wine & Cocktails - Join Regina and Friends

About this Cruise

Regina & Friends
Noted restaurateur and cookbook author Regina Charboneau serves as the line’s Culinary Ambassador. Affectionately known as the “Biscuit Queen of Natchez,” she owns and operates Regina’s Kitchen Cooking School in Natchez, Mississippi. She is also the author of “Mississippi Current: A Culinary Journey Down America’s Greatest River,” a collection of river recipes.

Embark on a delectable cruise with our Culinary Ambassador Regina Charboneau and her esteemed friends. When renowned chefs and food experts come together you are in for a gastronomic experience like no other as these special guests showcase their culinary prowess through interactive cooking demonstrations, exclusive tastings, and wine-pairing dining experiences. You will have the opportunity to learn from the best, savor exquisite dishes, and forge unforgettable connections with like-minded food enthusiasts.

Culinary & Wine
Indulge in the ultimate sensory escape with an American Queen Voyages wine cruise, a journey that combines the elegance of a cruise with the enchantment of the country’s best wines. Explore renowned vineyards, where expert vintners unveil the secrets of their craft, while you savor the velvety flavors and aromas that dance on your palate. During onboard wine tastings, sommeliers and local wine makers will guide you through a curated selection of vintages.

TRISTEN EPPS
Tristen Epps brings award-winning, hard-earned culinary skills to his position as Executive Chef at Eden Roc Miami Beach. In this role, he oversees all operations, including those of his newly launched restaurant, Ocean Social by Tristen Epps. Throughout his career, he has been on numerous renowned television shows, including Food Network’s Chopped and Guy’s Grocery Games, CBS This Morning, and Cooking Channel’s Best Thing I Ever Ate.

REGINA CHARBONEAU
Noted restaurateur and cookbook author Regina Charboneau serves as the line’s Culinary Ambassador. Affectionately known as the “Biscuit Queen of Natchez,” she owns and operates Regina’s Kitchen Cooking School in Natchez, Mississippi. She is also the author of “Mississippi Current: A Culinary Journey Down America’s Greatest River,” a collection of river recipes.