Princess Cruises Celebrates Prestigious Ospitalità Italiana Certification for Alfredo's Pizzeria Aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess

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Princess Cruises (NYSE: CCL) announced that Alfredo's Pizzeria aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess received the Ospitalità Italiana Certification, the highest global recognition for authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality. The certification highlights Neapolitan-style, hand-stretched pizzas baked in a stone Moretti Forni oven and a collaboration with chef Tony Gemignani.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From hand-stretched dough to time-honored Italian techniques perfected at sea, Princess Cruises proudly announces that Alfredo's Pizzeria aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess has been awarded the prestigious Ospitalità Italiana Certification, the highest global recognition for authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality.

This honor affirms Princess Cruises' commitment to delivering genuine Italian flavors at sea using fresh ingredients, preservation of traditional culinary techniques, and the highest standards of service.

Recognized worldwide as a symbol of excellence and authenticity, the Ospitalità Italiana Certification is awarded only to dining establishments that uphold Italy's rich culinary heritage. This achievement reinforces Princess Cruises as a destination for true Italian dining, ensuring guests authentic Neapolitan-style, made to order, hand-stretched, and baked in a stone Moretti Forni oven using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques by skilled onboard chefs.

As Princess Cruises celebrates this milestone alongside National Pizza Day, the cruise line is also spotlighting its partnership with chef collaborator and 13-time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani, who brings his expertise and passion for authentic Italian pizza to Alfredo's Pizzeria.

"Earning the Ospitalità Italiana Certification is a meaningful validation of our dedication to authentic Italian culinary excellence," said Sami Kohen, Princess Cruises Vice President of Food and Beverage. "As we celebrate National Pizza Day, we're proud to recognize this achievement and our partnership with Chef Tony Gemignani to showcase how we bring our guests closer to the tastes, traditions, and hospitality of Italy, one perfectly crafted pizza at a time."

Chef Gemignani has created five unique pizzas for Princess – served across the fleet of 17 ships – each with an exciting blend of savory flavors and premium ingredients from Soppressata sausage and hot honey to Gorgonzola and sweet fig preserves, reinforcing Princess Cruises' recognition by USA Today as offering the "Best Pizza at Sea."

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at princess.com.

About Princess Cruises:
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. Star Princess, the brand's newest and most innovative ship, launched October 2025, and sister ship to Sun Princess, named Condé Nast Traveler Mega Ship of the Year for a second consecutive year. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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FAQ

What is the Ospitalità Italiana Certification awarded to Alfredo's Pizzeria on Princess Cruises (CCL)?

The Ospitalità Italiana Certification is the highest global recognition for authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality. According to the company, Alfredo's Pizzeria on Sun Princess and Star Princess earned the certification for Neapolitan-style pizzas, traditional techniques, fresh ingredients, and high service standards.

Which Princess Cruises ships feature Alfredo's Pizzeria that earned the Ospitalità Italiana Certification (CCL)?

Alfredo's Pizzeria is featured aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess, both awarded the certification. According to the company, the recognition applies specifically to the pizzerias on those two ships and highlights their authentic Neapolitan-style, stone-oven pizzas.

How does Chef Tony Gemignani contribute to Alfredo's Pizzeria on Princess Cruises (CCL)?

Chef Tony Gemignani collaborated on five unique pizzas served across the fleet of 17 ships. According to the company, his recipes use premium ingredients like soppressata, hot honey, Gorgonzola, and fig preserves to enhance the onboard pizza menu.

Does the Ospitalità Italiana Certification affect Princess Cruises' overall dining offerings (CCL)?

The certification reinforces the cruise line's commitment to authentic Italian dining at sea. According to the company, it validates traditional techniques and fresh-ingredient sourcing for Alfredo's Pizzeria and supports Princess Cruises' positioning as a destination for Italian cuisine.

Where can travelers get more information or book Princess Cruises after the Alfredo's Pizzeria certification announcement (CCL)?

Travelers can contact a professional travel advisor, call 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or visit princess.com for details and bookings. According to the company, those channels provide information on sailing itineraries, menus, and onboard dining experiences.