BA & MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF TOM KERRIDGE LAUNCH NEW PRE ORDER MENU

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British Airways today unveiled its new Speedbird Café pre-order menu for customers in Euro Traveller which has been created in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef, Tom Kerridge who hails from Rhodes in the Square and Adlards.

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The airline will continue to offer complimentary refreshments that were introduced due to the pandemic. Therefore, passengers can still expect to receive complimentary refreshments on all fights, including a bottle of water and a snack, such as a breakfast bar or crisps.

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Carolina Martinoli, British Airways’ Director of Brand and Customer Experience, said: “Over the last few months we know that our customers have valued the complimentary refreshments offered, so they’re here to stay. But in addition, we also wanted to offer more choice and the ability to buy something more substantial. After a successful partnership with M&S, we have teamed up with another British favourite, chef Tom Kerridge.

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It will be possible for those wanting something substantial to pre-order from the airlines new online Speedbird Café www.highlifeshop.com. Customers wanting to order from the Speedbird Café must pre-purchase their meal up to 12 hours before their flight. Onboard sales will not be permitted.

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The Buy Before You Fly program includes a range of gourmet food items, including signature pies and sandwiches, and includes vegans and vegetarians’ options. Menu items created by Kerridge have been designed with a focus on British provenance and include items such as:

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The Ham Hock & Smoked Cheddar Sandwich by Tom Kerridge

£4.10

The Spiced Cauliflower Tortilla Wrap by Tom Kerridge (Vegan)

£4.20

The Chicken & Bacon Brioche by Tom Kerridge

£4.50

The Brie Ploughman’s Sandwich by Tom Kerridge (Vegetarian)

£4.20

Steak & Ale Pie by Tom Kerridge

£4.50

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The airline will also be introducing another BrewDog IPA, exclusively available for British Airways’ customers. The Scottish craft brewery has developed another exciting blend for the airline called JetSteam, following on from the popular limited edition Speedbird 100. The entire inflight menu can be viewed here.

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“Our expert teams have worked closely with Tom to create delicious British staples for our short-haul menu. We know how popular the menus that Tom designed for our centenary were with our customers, so we are delighted to be working with him again and can’t wait for our customers to experience his fantastic new food at 35,000ft.” said Martinoli.

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Tom Kerridge, Michelin starred chef, said: “I am truly happy to be working with British Airways again, and to have the opportunity to champion the best of British to so many people. A sandwich, made with care and great flavours, can be a perfect meal and I hope the passengers enjoy my short-haul menu.”

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Nik founded Inflight Feed in 2012, blending his passion for inflight dining with over a decade of experience in the airline industry. For the past 13 years, he has travelled the world, exploring and reviewing airline meals across countless carriers.

CNN Travel, The New York Times, and BBC World News have featured Nik’s expertise. When he’s not on the ground, you’ll find him at 35,000 feet, camera in hand, capturing the unique flavours of air travel. Follow his inflight meal adventures on Instagram: @InflightFeed.

Transavia & Just Eat To Offer Inflight Food Delivery Service

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Just Eat and Transavia has teamed up to create an inflight delivery meal service for passengers ex Amsterdam. Passengers can order their favourite meal via Just Eat up to 90 minutes before their flight, the meal is freshly prepared by the team at iFleat and delivered directly to the aircraft. iFleat first launched a similar program with Air Berlin back in October 2016 exclusively for long haul economy class customers.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The programme was developed in cooperation with Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and iFleat, a Dutch caterer that aims to make a plane seat feel like a table at your favourite restaurant. The service is currently available on four flights from Amsterdam to destinations in Greece, Portugal and Italy. The programme is expected to roll out across additional cities where Transavia operates, such as Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Eindhoven Airport.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

It is important to keep innovating and further improving service for our customers, especially in these unprecedented times. We’re starting modestly by offering this meal service on four flights. However, we have confidence in this great concept and hope to expand it further as opportunities allow, said Marcel de Nooijer, CEO of Transavia.

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If the service is available passengers will receive an email notification allowing them to choose from ten different meals at the Transavia Restaurant. iFleat is responsible for logistics and culinary innovation. Passengers can choose from vegan salads, fresh sushi and authentic Indonesian rendang, with payment taken during the booking process.

The pre-order meal program reduces the amount of crew contact and additional safety measures have been implemented, such as limiting the onboard food assortment.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The inflight menu includes options such as Indian Butter Chicken € 12,50, Sushi Platter € 13,50, Vegan Bulgur Salad € 12,50, Sushi Plater for two € 16,50, Ceasar Salad € 12,50, Rigatoni Bolognese € 12,50, Indonesian Rendang € 14,50, Children’s Meal € 11,50, Two different breakfast choices from € 11,50.[/vc_column_text][thb_image_slider lightbox=”mfp-gallery” thb_center=”true” thb_equal_height=”true” autoplay=”true” autoplay_speed=”2000″ images=”22106,22107,22108″][vc_column_text]Silvie Cremers, Global Sales Director at Just Eat added: “We are continuously working to improve and extend our services and products. For example, we’ve made it possible to order food at places other than at home, such as at the office and at the train station. This special cooperation, which makes it possible to serve fresh meals on a plane, is a great step forward. We are very proud to be the first to offer this service and are confidently looking forward to the further roll-out of in-flight delivery.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Aer Lingus Pre Order Meal Makeover

[dropcap size=small]T[/dropcap]he range of Aer Lingus pre-order meals on transatlantic services have been given the Bia Touch by Chef and Restaurateur Clodagh McKenna. The new Bia branded meals will be made available only on transatlantic routes from 1 October and replace the previous range of Sky Dine meals which were selling for €17.50. The meals will retail for €18.50, are freshly prepared daily and can be ordered online. Note that passengers will still receive free meals in economy class, these pre-order meals are available for purchase if you want to upgrade your meal experience.

VALUE

Does the meal offer value for money?

Let’s assume that wine and tea/coffee cost around €7.50, a dessert and small sweet €4.00, a small side salad €4.00 and already you’re looking at €15.50 in value. This doesn’t take into account the cost of the main meal or the bread, so there’s value to be had with these meals.

THE MEAL CHOICES

Each meal choice sounds delicious and includes three courses as well as Wine plus Tea or Coffee.
They are made fresh daily at the airlines catering kitchen in Dublin and include:

BEEF
Smoked Salmon starter followed by a Fillet of Beef served with Gratin Dauphinois, Creamed Spinach, Mushrooms and a Red Wine Jus.

SALMON
Salad of Feta Cheese, Roasted Pepper, Aubergine and Sun-blushed Tomato served with a Harissa and Lemon Dressing followed by Darn of Salmon served with Julienne Carrot, Leek and Courgette, Clodagh’s Garlic and Rosemary Roast Potatoes and a Dill Sauce.

CHICKEN
Salad of Feta Cheese, Roasted Pepper, Aubergine and Sun-blushed Tomato served with a Harissa and Lemon Dressing. The main course of Lemon Roasted Chicken is served with Green Beans, Clodagh’s Garlic and Rosemary Roast Potatoes and a Roasted Tomato, Basil and Olive Sauce.

DESSERT
Dessert served with all dishes is a Glenilen Farm Raspberry Panna Cotta, and a Lily O’Brien Sweet will go nicely with your Cup of Tea or coffee.

Consulting Chef Clodagh McKenna said, ‘I am very excited about our new transatlantic pre-order meals. We’ve created three delicious meals that are both healthy and tasty. We’ve sourced great quality Irish ingredients, and the dishes are cooked fresh daily.’

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BRUSSELS AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW PRE ORDER MEALS

[dropcap size=small]B[/dropcap]russels Airlines has just announced that business class passengers may pre-order their meals when flying with the airline across Europe. Passengers can select precisely what they would like to eat from a range of six inflight meal options.

The complimentary à la carte dining options can be booked up to 48 hours before your scheduled departure time. For longer flights over 2.5 hours, all hot and cold dishes are available as pre-order while on shorter trips only a selection of cold meals is available. The meals can be ordered on all flights operated by Brussels Airlines except on flights to Paris and Tel Aviv.

MEAL OPTIONS INCLUDE

FRESH START
Scrambled Eggs served cold with a variety of Cold Cuts, Fresh Fruits, Yoghurt, Assorted Bread Rolls and Croissant. …OR… Omelette served cold with a variety of Cold Cuts, Fresh Fruits, Yoghurt, Assorted Bread Rolls and Croissant.

HOT DAY
Scrambled Eggs served warm with a variety of Cold Cuts, Fresh Fruits, Yoghurt, Assorted Bread Rolls and Croissant. …OR… Egg Rolls served warm with a variety of Cold Cuts, Fresh Fruits, Yoghurt, Assorted Bread Rolls and Croissant.

SAY CHEEEEESE
5 Belgian Cheeses served with Vegetable Sticks and a matching Red Wine, accompanied by a Fresh Salad, Assorted Bread Rolls, Crackers and a Fig Dip. …OR… 5 Belgian kinds of cheese served with a selection of Dried Fruits, Nuts and a matching Beer, accompanied by a Fresh Salad, Assorted Bread Rolls and Crackers.

I WANT IT COOL AND BELGIUM
Air-Dried Ham from Ghent and Smoked Eel served with Fresh Salad, Belgian Cheeses, Assorted Bread Rolls and Belgian Chocolate Mousse. …OR… North Sea Shrimps on a bed of Tomato Slices and Chicken in a Green Herb Cream Sauce, served with Fresh Salad, Belgian Cheeses, Assorted Bread Rolls and Rice Pudding.

BRING ME THE WORLD
Smoked Salmon and Smoked Trout, served with Fresh Salad, Scandinavian Cheeses, Assorted Bread Rolls, and a Berry Salad. …OR… Pasta Pesto and Shrimps served with Tomato and Mozzarella Salad, Mediterranean Cheeses, Assorted Bread Rolls and Tiramisu.

BELGIUM IS HOT
A North Sea Shrimp Salad starter and Roasted Rabbit in a Beer Stew as the main course with a Cherry Tart dessert, accompanied by assorted Bread Rolls. …OR… A mild Chicken Curry Salad starter and a Poached Salmon “Sambre & Meuse” main course with a Rice Tart dessert, accompanied by assorted Bread Rolls.

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