New Delhi: India’s leading airline, Air India, has announced the introduction of its new global menu across its fleet. The menu draws inspiration from the culinary expertise of India’s diverse culture, from the royal kitchens of Awadh to the coastal flavours of Southern India, with add-ons from the global flavours of Pan-Asian, European Bistro, and geo-specific star dishes.
The new menu has already been introduced on most international ex-India routes, including from Delhi to London Heathrow, New York, Melbourne, Sydney, Toronto and Dubai, from Mumbai and Bengaluru to San Francisco, and from Mumbai to New York, to name from many. The menu will be progressively rolled out across all international sectors as well as domestic flights.
Air India revised menu
The new menu is already making waves with a delicious story that combines flavours of India with global culinary influence. To strike a chord with every traveller, there is a portfolio mix of region-inspired meals and global cuisines such as Pan-asian and European bistros. The region-inspired meals, such as South-Indian, bring alive the heritage of India, giving International travellers an authentic experience on the flight as well.
Highlights of the new menu include:
- Signature Indian dishes: Awadhi Paneer Anjeer Pasanda (Veg Awadhi Thali), Murgh Massalam (Non-veg Awadhi Thali), and South Indian platter in First and Business Class. Rajasthani besan chilla, malabari chicken curry, and malai palak kofta in Premium Economy
- International cuisine: Japanese Teppanyaki Bowl, citrus tiger prawns, and oriental napa cabbage and tofu rollmops in First Class, and Seoul flamed prawns, manicotti forestiere, and Mediterranean tapas in Business Class
- GenZ Delights: chicken bibimbap and matcha delight in Business Class
- Home-made comfort food: homestyle masala dal khichdi and homestyle stuffed parantha in Business Class
- Plant-Based & Special Dietary Options: A dedicated vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-conscious menu
The new in-flight menu is curated by chef Sandeep Kalra, who has recently joined Air India and continues with its transformation process, with new and upgraded variations to the menu. The menu has taken inspiration from diverse culinary expericnes that India has to offer from across the various regions, along with multi-cuisine international taste palate.