Encouraged by the success of these partnerships, we teamed up with Hong Kong’s JIA Group once again in January last year, partnering with acclaimed French restaurant, Louise . Known for its fresh take on traditional French cuisine, the restaurant opened its doors in PMQ’s idyllic gardens in 2019. Housed in a breathtaking two-storied heritage-listed house, the restaurant earned itself a Michelin star shortly after opening and has been a leading establishment in Hong Kong’s fine dining scene ever since. Together, we’ve rolled out a special menu dedicated to First class and Business cabin passengers on selected long-haul flights departing from Hong Kong. Featuring a selection of appetisers, mains and desserts, it’s a showcase of classic French cuisine with a modern twist, which has received widespread acclaim since its launch for the exceptional flavours and exquisite presentation. We’re truly grateful for the support and are excited to team up with Louise once again for the second edition of the menu this May, offering our customers even more delicious surprises.
“Our renewed partnership with Louise is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences,” says Bernard Mills, Head of Dining and Hospitality at Cathay Pacific. “The success of our previous collaboration inspired us to push the boundaries even further with this new menu. Louise’s dedication to excellence and innovative approach to French cuisine align perfectly with our vision. We’re excited to share these new and meticulously crafted dishes with our First and Business class passengers, offering them a taste of culinary artistry at 30,000 feet.”
For Louise’s executive chef, Loïc Portalier, and his team, working on these dishes was an exciting new challenge. It was something they had never done before. Their biggest challenge? Execution. Preparing inflight meals is completely different from cooking in a restaurant. But by keeping it simple and delicious, Portalier and the team successfully created a whole new range of traditional French dishes with a modern twist.
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