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[dropcap size=small]A[/dropcap]pop up restaurant inflight? That’s exactly what happened last month on Swiss International Airlines flight LX16 from Zurich to New York. In a world-first, Michelin Star Chef Andreas Caminada from Schloss Schauenstein, a historical castle which features his award-winning restaurant, teamed up with Swiss to create this inflight culinary adventure.

Planning for the “SWISS Meets Caminada” flight commenced 12 months before the flight to ensure a smooth and enjoyable inflight experience for everyone on board.

No duty-free trolleys loaded onto LX16 as they would take up too much space, so they were left behind. Equipment from galleys was also stripped to a bare minimum to provide Caminada and his team ample space to work in the galleys. The preparations and practice for the final flight commenced two days before departure at the Gate Gourmet Zurich Airport facilities. As you will see, the result is quite spectacular!

BOARDING TIME

Caminada and his team were there to meet and greet passengers with champagne and breakfast snacks before the flight and offer them a taste of what’s to come during their journey to New York.

INFLIGHT

Passengers in First Class were offered an 11-course meal while Business Class were offered ten courses, and Economy Class passengers were tempted with some unique meal creations. Dishes in Economy included items such as Char with Marinated Carrots, Mackerel with Radishes and Horseradish and Langoustine on Pumpkin.

Work in the inflight galleys was non-stop to provide the meals for everyone onboard, with no chance of even the slightest break for the cabin crew or Caminadas’ team.

Feedback from passengers was well received, and towards the end of the flight, Andreas Caminada passed through all cabins and farewelled and thanked passengers for joining the special flight. Every passenger walked off the aircraft with a gift bag containing Swiss Chocolates and a wool hat.

THE CAMINADA GALLERY

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[dropcap size=small]T[/dropcap]he five star Chedi Andermatt which is located in the Urseren Valley, just a two-hour train ride from Zurich, will be the ambassadors for the current Swiss International Airlines “SWISS Taste of Switzerland” program. From now until March 2015 passengers travelling in SWISS First and Business Class cabins (Ex Switzerland) will be able to taste these new dishes from the Canton of Uri. Passengers will also be able to experience local Swiss wines and regional cheeses with their meals.

BUSINESS CLASS INTERNATIONAL OPTIONS

Balik Salmon Tartare with Mango Dressing
Swiss Sturgeon in a Tomato-and-Artichoke Sugo with Mussels
Beef Tenderloin in Olive Jus.
Marsala Mousse with Orange Jelly and Pistachios

FIRST CLASS

First Class customers can expect something a little more special including;

Lobster with Honeydew Melon and Banana Crème
Chestnut Soup with Maple Syrup and Almond Tuile
Veal Steak on a Soubise Sauce
Gilt Head Bream with Orange and Cardamom Sauce
Rice Pudding and Poached Pear with Saffron

BUSINESS CLASS EUROPEAN SERVICES

Customers flying to Switzerland from Europe between 4 and 17 February 2015 will be treated to specialities from the Canton Uri and should expect to sample dishes such as:

Meatballs in a Herb Cream Sauce with Rice and Leeks
Sliced Polenta with Grated Local Cheese served with a Mushroom Ragout and Glazed Root Vegetables
Chocolate Mousse and Crème