WHAT AWAITS YOU ON BOARD
Step onto a private yacht transformed into a floating Italian aperitivo lounge. Just 12 guests. Candlelight. Soft music. Crafted cheeses and wines. No crowds. No nightclub energy. No chaos.
Just simple elegance, intimacy, and the beauty of Biscayne Bay.
Each voyage is a 2.5-3 hour sensory journey through Italy’s coastal wines, artisanal cheeses, handcrafted salumi, and the stories behind how they are made, reflecting the local terroir….
A 2.5-3 HOUR CULINARY JOURNEY AT SEA
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Depart from Coconut Grove at golden hour
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Begin with Franciacorta and a warm welcome
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Taste 5 artisanal bites specially curated and paired
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Enjoy 4–5 premium Italian wines curated for the evening
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Learn the stories behind cheese-making, wine regions, and Italian food culture
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Anchor in a calm cove for sunset tasting
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Return under soft bay lights — romantic, intimate, unforgettable
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While the format is refined and curated, the portions are intentionally generous, ensuring a beautifully complete and satisfying dining experience
This is not a party boat. This is a quiet luxury food experience designed for lovers of wine, travel, and atmosphere.
CHOOSE YOUR VOYAGE
Experience uniquely crafted voyages, each offering its own blend of Italian wines, artisanal cheeses, and unforgettable moments on Biscayne Bay.
$539/Guest
THE TASTING VOYAGE
December 12th
An intimate 2.5-hour modern-luxury cruise on Biscayne Bay, featuring premium Italian wines, handcrafted cheeses, artisan charcuterie, and curated bites. Perfect for a date night, special occasion, or unforgettable Miami evening.
Includes:
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4 curated Italian wines
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Jody’s favorite cheeses, seasonally inspired
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Charcuterie: finocchiona, speck, coppa, prosciutto
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Handcrafted bites
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Guided tasting and storytelling
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Sunset cruise on Biscayne Bay
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Max 12 guests
Menu:
~Aperitivo ~
A glass of Franciacorta
House–baked flatbread with sea salt, rosemary & olive oil
~Primo Piatto Uno~
RICOTTA & FORMAGGI
Hand-Ladled ricotta • Aged pecorino • Parmigiano Reggiano
Seasonal fruit, nuts & local honey & Marmalades
Toasted baguette
Vino-TBA:Brunello, DOCG
~Primo Piatto Due~
SALUMI DELL’ALTO ADIGE
Speck • Prosciutto Riserva• capocollo• Crostino di lardo
Castelvetrano olives • Giardiniera in agrodolce
Toasted Baguette slices
Vino- TBA: Barolo, Lange, DOCG
~Secondo Piatto Uno~
GULF SHRIMP CEVICHE
Citrus-marinated shrimp
Fresh herbs, sweet pepper & shaved fennel
Warm crostini Trio
Vino- TBA:Vermentino, Sardegna, DOCG
~Secondo Piatto Due~
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS
Garlic–herb brushed lamb popsicles
Creamy Truffled risotto
Sardinian olive oil drizzle
Vino- TBA Bolgheri region
DOLCI DI MARE
Panna cotta “a Dancing Ewe classic”
Vino- Vin Santo, Tuscany’s cherished dessert wine
$539/Guest
THE TASTING VOYAGE
December 17th
An intimate 2.5-hour modern-luxury cruise on Biscayne Bay, featuring premium Italian wines, handcrafted cheeses, artisan charcuterie, and curated bites. Perfect for a date night, special occasion, or unforgettable Miami evening.
Includes:
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4 curated Italian wines
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Jody’s favorite cheeses, seasonally inspired
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Charcuterie: finocchiona, speck, coppa, prosciutto
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Handcrafted bites
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Guided tasting and storytelling
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Sunset cruise on Biscayne Bay
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Max 12 guests
Menu:
~Aperitivo ~
A glass of Franciacorta
House–baked flatbread with sea salt, rosemary & olive oil
~Primo Piatto Uno~
RICOTTA & FORMAGGI
Hand-Ladled ricotta • Aged pecorino • Parmigiano Reggiano
Seasonal fruit, nuts & local honey & Marmalades
Toasted baguette
Vino-TBA:Brunello, DOCG
~Primo Piatto Due~
SALUMI DELL’ALTO ADIGE
Speck • Prosciutto Riserva• capocollo• Crostino di lardo
Castelvetrano olives • Giardiniera in agrodolce
Toasted Baguette slices
Vino- TBA: Barolo, Lange, DOCG
-Second piatto Uno-
Spiedini alla griglia di gamberi e capesante
(Grilled shrimp and scallops skewers) with risotto alla parmigiana
-Secondo piatto Due-
Bocconcini di Manzo
Char-grilled hanger steak, delicately carved and paired with a crisp arugula salad dressed in Sardinian olive oil and fresh local lemon.
-Dolce-
Torta al Cioccolato Fondente, con crema leggera alla vaniglia
$539/Guest
THE TASTING VOYAGE
December 23rd
An intimate 2.5-hour modern-luxury cruise on Biscayne Bay, featuring premium Italian wines, handcrafted cheeses, artisan charcuterie, and curated bites. Perfect for a date night, special occasion, or unforgettable Miami evening.
Includes:
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4 curated Italian wines
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Jody’s favorite cheeses, seasonally inspired
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Charcuterie: finocchiona, speck, coppa, prosciutto
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Handcrafted bites
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Guided tasting and storytelling
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Sunset cruise on Biscayne Bay
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Max 12 guests
Menu:
A Christmas Culinary Voyage at Sea
~Aperitivo ~
A glass of Franciacorta
House–baked flatbread with sea salt, rosemary & olive oil
~Primo Piatto Uno~
RICOTTA & FORMAGGI
Hand-Ladled ricotta • Aged pecorino • Parmigiano Reggiano
Seasonal fruit, nuts & local honey & Marmalades
Toasted baguette
Vino-TBA:Brunello, DOCG
~Primo Piatto Due~
SALUMI DELL’ALTO ADIGE
Speck • Prosciutto Riserva• capocollo• Crostino di lardo
Castelvetrano olives • Giardiniera in agrodolce
Toasted Baguette slices
Vino- TBA: Barolo, Lange, DOCG
-Secondo Piatto Uno-
Grilled–poached lobster tails complemented by a small, elegant portion of handmade gnocchi “tartufata”
-secondo Piatto Due-
Bocconcini di Manzo
Char-grilled hanger steak, delicately carved and paired with a crisp arugula salad dressed in Sardinian olive oil and fresh local lemon.
Dolce
Crema Catalana…
Classic version of crème brûlée but with a Tuscan accent
Vino- gentle splash of Passito
PRIVATE VOYAGE
Shepherd & Sea offers a fully private, luxury food & wine voyage aboard a beautiful yacht departing from Coconut Grove. Your group enjoys exclusive use of the vessel, a curated multi-course tasting menu, premium Italian wines, and the intimate storytelling and hosting of Jody Somers, former artisan producer and founder of Dancing Ewe Farm. Perfect for: • Birthdays • Anniversaries • Engagements • Corporate gatherings • Client entertainment • Intimate celebrations • Elevated friend groups • Wine & culinary enthusiasts ⸻ 🍷 What’s Included in Every Private Voyage • Exclusive charter of the vessel (3.5 hours) Departing from Coconut Grove marina at sunset or late afternoon. • Curated Multi-Course Tasting Menu A six-course menu featuring Tuscan-inspired dishes, artisan cheeses, seafood, grilled specialties, and seasonal elements. • Premium Italian Wine Pairings Featuring: • Franciacorta sparkling • Vermentino or coastal whites • Brunello / Barolo short pours • Vin Santo dessert wine • Dedicated Food & Wine Host Chef Jody presents each course, guiding guests through the origin and inspiration of each dish and wine. • Full Service & Hospitality Plating, pacing, pouring, cleanup — all handled seamlessly. • Music, ambiance, lantern lighting & intimate environment A quiet luxury atmosphere with ocean breeze, skyline views, and soft lighting. • Personalized touches Menus with your event name, special requests, minor dietary adjustments. ⸻ 🥂 Capacity: Up to 14 guests (10–12 is ideal for maximal comfort; 14 available upon request)
Premium Private Voyage
$5,800 (up to 10 guests)
+$475 per additional guest (up to 14)
Includes:
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Includes everything above PLUS:
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Upgraded wines (Riserva, single-vineyard Barolo/Brunello, Franciacorta Satèn)
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Elevated menu upgrades (lobster, scallops, wagyu, truffle risotto options)
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Personalized favors (olive oil minis, handwritten tags)
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Customized itinerary & décor elements
Luxury Aperitivo Voyage (Spring/Summer Only)
$3,950 (up to 10 guests)
+$350 per additional guest (up to 14)
A more playful, sun-forward voyage including:
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Swimming stops (conditions permitting)
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Aperitivo-style menu
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Cold seafood, artisan boards, grilled bites
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Rosé, Lambrusco, or Franciacorta spritz options
Perfect for birthdays, friend groups, and summer celebrations.
Customization Options
Available upon request:
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Photographer aboard
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Additional yacht time
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Premium wine flights
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Floral touches
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Proposal setup
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Birthday cakes/personalized desserts
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Musician (violin, guitar)
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Theme menus (Amalfi, Sardinia, Truffle Night)
MEET JODY SOMERS
Chef • Cheesemaker • Farmer • Storyteller
For over 25 years, I owned and operated Dancing Ewe Farm,
a 50-acre sheep dairy and artisanal cheese farm in upstate New York. I raised sheep, made pecorino and ricotta with Old-World way techniques, and supplied restaurants such top NYC restaurants such as Per Sé, Daniel, Felidia, Del Posto, Babbo and some of Italy’s most respected chefs and wine producers.
Cheese-making led me to Italy’s wine regions, farmers, and families. I learned not just the techniques, but the stories — the land, the culture, and the traditions behind each flavor. Born from a deep love of animal husbandry and sustainable agriculture, Dancing Ewe Farm has grown into a cherished tradition now at home in Coconut Grove
These voyages bring everything I love into one beautiful experience: quiet moments, good food, honest storytelling, and the magic of Biscayne Bay.
I can’t wait to welcome you aboard and share my passion for food, wine and the ocean…
YOUR FLOATING DINING ROOM
Our yacht accommodates up to 12 guests in comfort and style,with seating arranged for intimate conversation and slow, relaxed tasting.
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Soft lighting
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Italian lounge music
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Candlelit boards
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Glassware, linens, and elegant plating
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A calm, refined atmosphere — never loud or crowded
It’s a moving, open-air enoteca on the water.
WHAT GUESTS SAY
A glimpse of the unforgettable moments guests experience aboard our Italian wine and cheese voyages.
“An absolutely unforgettable evening. The atmosphere, the wine, the cheese — everything felt intimate and beautifully curated. Truly a hidden gem on the water.”
“Jody turns a simple tasting into a full sensory journey. His stories bring the wines and cheeses to life. It felt like a floating chef’s table during sunset.”
“The perfect balance of luxury and calm. No noise, no crowds — just incredible flavors, soft music, and Biscayne Bay glowing at golden hour. We can’t wait to come back.”
GET IN TOUCH
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