Top TV chocolatier joins P&O cruise

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If you love chocolate then this is the P&O cruise for you. Top TV chocolatier, Paul A Young, will be sailing on Ventura next month.

Guests on the short sailing to Amsterdam and Bruges, departing on February 15, will have the opportunity to enjoy masterclasses, a Q&A session and book signing, and a shore excursion in Bruges – which has chocolate shops galore – with the award-winning chocolatier.

Prices for the four-night Netherlands and Belgium break, which departs from and returns to Southampton, start from £419 for an inside cabin.

P&O Cruises vice president of marketing Christopher Edgington said: “We are thrilled to have Paul A Young on Ventura. He’s at the forefront of the British chocolate scene and his passion and creativity have led him to be ranked amongst the world’s best chocolatiers.

“I’m sure the opportunity to join an exclusive demonstration or shore excursion with him will appeal to a whole group of chocolate lovers – those new to cruising and past guests. With Paul on board, this cruise is also perfect for those looking for a generous and romantic Valentine’s gift.

“Our short break cruises are an excellent alternative to a hotel/city break and ideal for those who have never cruised before. Explore a city with a day of sightseeing, and then enjoy everything the ship has to offer – from fine dining, pampering in the spa, cocktails in the bars or dancing in the clubs.”

Paul has a reputation as an incredibly creative flavour alchemist and is a regular on TV screens in the UK, with appearances including This Morning and Sunday Brunch, The Apprentice and Junior Masterchef. In 2014 he was named Outstanding British Chocolatier by the International Chocolate Awards.

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