Life & LuxuryTravelWhen Oceania Cruises announced it was replacing its much-loved French fine-diner Jacques, the backlash was swift.Jacques Bistro restaurant aboard the Oceania Riviera cruise ship. Aug 7, 2026 – 5.00am“We want Jacques! We want Jacques!”What happens when a well-established luxury cruise line ditches one of its most beloved restaurants?Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Jill DupleixFood writerJill Dupleix is AFR Magazine's culinary editor.Latest In TravelFetching latest articles