Silversea expands F&B leadership team with new appointment

Silversea has appointed hospitality veteran Gianluca Sparacino as its new Global Head of Food and Beverage, effective 18 August 2025.

The appointment comes at a time of rapid culinary innovation at the luxury and expedition cruise line, as the brand continues to push boundaries in destination-led dining with its acclaimed S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) programme and a series of new epicurean initiatives.

In his new role, Sparacino will report to Michael McCarthy, Vice President of Operations, working closely with both shoreside and shipboard teams to drive the evolution of Silversea’s award-winning gastronomic offering. 

He will be tasked with overseeing culinary innovation, enhancing service excellence and strengthening Silversea’s position at the forefront of luxury dining at sea.

According to Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea, Sparacino’s proven track record of delivering epicurean excellence, paired with his deep passion for hospitality, would be “instrumental in advancing our commitment to creating memorable dining experiences that connect our guests deeper with each destination we visit”.