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Air India introduces restaurant-style fine dining in business class on long-haul flights
October 23rd 2026
Air India announced it has introduced an elevated, multi-course fine dining service for passengers traveling in Business Class on its long-haul and ultra-long-haul routes. Read More » Launched on flights between India and the United Kingdom (Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham), the enhanced service will be progressively expanded across Air India’s Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9 and Boeing 777-300 aircraft. The new service introduces a multi-course dining format that allows Business Class customers to enjoy their meal at a more leisurely pace. “Moving away from a traditional tray presentation, the service introduces linen-clad tables, individually plated meal courses and dedicated tableware for appetizers, mains and desserts, bringing greater structure and finesse to the meal service to create a restaurant-inspired experience,” Air India said.
Complementing the new premium inflight dining experience is an all-new collection of bespoke tableware. The refreshed collection includes dedicated plates for appetizers, main course, snacks, dessert, and cheese, plus a signature glass and a specially designed espresso cup. At the heart of the collection is the Martaban, a quintessential Indian jar reimagined for the skies. Inspired by the traditional jars found in Indian homes that preserve flavors, memories, and family recipes across generations, the Martaban-shaped cruet set serves as a distinctive Air India signature, blending cultural nostalgia with contemporary elegance. It brings an authentic touch of Indian hospitality to the table, transforming every meal into a deeper connection with home.
“At Air India, we are continually reimagining every aspect of the customer experience. The introduction of our fine dining-style, course-by-course meal service in Business Class is another step in our broader Air India transformation journey, creating a globally benchmarked premium travel experience while remaining rooted in the warmth and authenticity of Indian hospitality. This will further elevate the onboard hospitality experience through thoughtful design, refined presentation, and personalized service,” Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India, said.
