DUBAI- Emirates (EK) enhances Business Class dining on flights from Dubai (DXB) with 18 new dishes paired with Moët & Chandon Champagnes. The curated menu, available globally, elevates the in-flight experience with premium culinary creations.
This article explores Emirates’ (EK) new Business Class dining experience. The collaboration behind the Moët & Chandon-paired dishes and their impact on passengers. It details the menu development and the airline’s commitment to culinary excellence.
Emirates Culinary Innovation
On May 7, 2025, Emirates (EK) introduced 18 new Business Class dishes, each expertly paired with exclusive Moët & Chandon Champagnes, on most medium to long-haul flights from Dubai (DXB).
This was developed over a year by Moët & Chandon’s Head Chef Jean-Michel Bardet and Emirates’ Vice President of Culinary Design Doxis Bekris. The menu features starters and main courses marked with a crown icon, signalling their Champagne pairing. Passengers can preview the menu before flying, enhancing anticipation for the in-flight experience.
Menu Options
The dishes, crafted with premium ingredients, cater to diverse palates, including vegan options. For example, poached scallops with green melon and lemon gel pair with Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2016.
Vegan silken tofu with poached asparagus and cashew cream complements Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial, highlighting umami and creamy textures. Main courses like roasted duck with raz el hanout-spiced couscous and seared Chilean seabass with artichoke puree further showcase the menu’s sophistication, paired with Rosé Impérial and Brut Impérial, respectively.
Collaboration
The menu’s development involved extensive collaboration between Bardet, a Michelin-starred chef, and Bekris, a culinary innovator with global experience.
Working between France and Dubai, they addressed challenges like altitude’s impact on taste, large-scale meal production, and pre-preparation for Emirates’ (EK) 77 million annual meals. The chefs ensured dishes maintained restaurant-quality flavours while being practical for in-flight service, enabling cabin crew to plate them seamlessly for Business Class passengers.
Emirates’ (EK) partnership with Moët Hennessy, spanning 33 years, underpins this initiative. The airline, which purchases more Champagne than any other globally, offers exclusive varieties like Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2016 and Rosé Impérial. This collaboration reflects Emirates’ (EK) “fly better” promise, delivering a premium experience that rivals fine dining at 40,000 feet!
Enhanced Passenger Experience
The new menu elevates the Business Class experience on flights from Dubai (DXB) to destinations worldwide, setting Emirates (EK) apart in a competitive market.
Passengers benefit from a curated dining journey, with pairings designed to enhance flavours and showcase Champagne’s nuances. The inclusion of vegan dishes, like braised lentils with spiced cauliflower, ensures inclusivity, appealing to diverse dietary preferences.
By allowing passengers to check menus in advance, Emirates (EK) adds a layer of personalisation, building excitement for the in-flight meal. The crown icon simplifies identifying paired dishes, enhancing the dining experience’s accessibility. This initiative reinforces Emirates’ (EK) reputation for luxury, catering to 149 meals per minute across its global network.
Emirates’ Culinary Legacy
Emirates (EK) has long prioritised inflight dining, operating the Emirates Flight Catering Facility (EKFC) with 1,400 chefs and serving regionally inspired meals on 490 daily flights.
Doxis Bekris, appointed Vice President of Culinary Design in February 2025, brings a passion for quality ingredients and cultural authenticity, shaping menus that reflect Emirates’ (EK) diverse destinations.
The partnership with Moët & Chandon extends beyond Business Class, with Champagnes available in Emirates (EK) Lounges and all cabin classes, including exclusive offerings like Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015. This commitment to premium dining underscores Emirates’ (EK) role as a leader in aviation hospitality.
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