IL MIO CANTO LIBERO Yachtcharter

CHEF : Yuna BLANCHARD
Nationality: French
Diploma: Certified Pastry Chef, STCW
Language spoken: French, English

Yuna’s passion for cooking was instilled in her at a very young age.
Initially trained in French pastry, she began her career in the world of desserts before broadening her culinary horizons through her travels, her curiosity, and more than 10 years of experience in professional kitchens, hospitality, and high-end service.
For the past 4 years, she has worked as a private chef and in the yachting industry, where she has developed an intuitive approach deeply focused on the onboard experience.

Her cuisine blends French technique, Mediterranean flavors, Asian fusion, training in traditional Italian cuisine, and a wellness-focused approach without ever compromising on indulgence.
Passionate about authentic, entirely homemade cuisine, she pays special attention to seasonal produce, high-quality ingredients, and dishes that are as minimally processed as possible.
Fresh, colorful, and tailor-made, her cuisine adapts to the desires of each guest, with a focus on creating gourmet and memorable moments at sea.

Thanks to her background in both culinary arts and hospitality, Yuna combines discretion, adaptability to offer an experience that is as seamless as it is attentive on board.

An avid traveler, she draws inspiration from the destinations she explores, local markets, and the flavors of the world to create a sincere & refined cuisine.

STEWARDESS : Alaikah STURBA
Nationality: Argentinian - Italian
5 seasons in yachting
Additional skills: Yoga / Wellness & Breathwork
Language spoken: Spanish & English

Alaikah has over 5 seasons of experience on sailing yachts, working across interior and deck in the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Atlantic.
Currently responsible for the interior, she enjoys connecting with people, creating harmonious spaces, serving from the heart, and bringing positive energy to life on board.

Originally from Argentina, she studied Political Science and later completed an MSc in Local Economic Development at the London School of Economics.
She also founded her own fashion business, experiences that shaped her perspective on people and the world.

Outside yachting, she is a yoga instructor who loves nature, dancing and stargazing.
More recently, she has begun exploring singing and songwriting as a way to awaken and inspire.

FIRST MATE: Alex CASANOVAS
Nationality: Spanish
9 years in yachting
Additional skills: Sailing / Tender Driving / Water Sports
Language spoken: English & Spanish

Alex has been around boats from a young age and has 9 years of professional experience in yachting.
He has worked extensively in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, with experience in both private and charter yachts.

He is confident with sailing operations, tender driving, water sports and hands-on deck work, including general maintenance, repairs, and keeping the yacht in top condition.
Enjoys working closely with guests and crew. Alex is reliable and professional.