By Kavita Mistry 
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has introduced a new global inflight menu across its fleet, reimagining its dining experience with a balance of Indian authenticity and international sophistication. The refreshed menu draws inspiration from India’s rich culinary heritage-spanning the royal kitchens of Awadh to the coastal flavours of the south-while incorporating influences from Pan-Asian and European bistro cuisines.
The new menu has been rolled out across key international routes including Delhi-London Heathrow, New York, Melbourne, Sydney, Toronto, and Dubai; Mumbai and Bengaluru-San Francisco; and Mumbai-New York, among others. The rollout will progressively extend to all international and domestic sectors.
Guests across all cabin classes will experience a curated dining journey. First Class travellers can enjoy gourmet multi-course meals, artisanal breads, signature desserts, and bespoke wine and champagne pairings. Business Class passengers will have customisable gourmet meals with curated beverage options, while Premium Economy and Economy guests will experience upgraded meal trays featuring wholesome, regionally inspired dishes and improved presentation.
Menu highlights include signature Indian dishes such as Awadhi Paneer Anjeer Pasanda, Murgh Massalam, Malabari Chicken Curry, and Rajasthani Besan Chilla, alongside global options like Japanese Teppanyaki Bowl, Seoul Flamed Prawns, Mediterranean Tapas, and Matcha Delice. The new additions also include Gen Z-inspired offerings such as Chicken Bibimbap and health-conscious vegan and gluten-free meals.
Chef Sandeep Kalra, who recently joined Air India, led the menu’s curation as part of the airline’s broader transformation programme. The culinary vision merges comfort, tradition, and innovation-drawing from Delhi’s vibrant street food, southern India’s tiffin culture, and international favourites that resonate with today’s younger travellers.
“At the very core, the new food and beverage enhancements draw inspiration from Air India’s commitment to continuous innovation and transforming the customer experience,” said Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India. “We are reimagining the inflight dining experience to resonate with the tastes and preferences of global travellers, ensuring every meal combines flavour, care, and culinary excellence.”
In a step toward sustainability, Air India has introduced environmentally conscious practices throughout the inflight catering process. The airline is sourcing seasonal, local ingredients to support farmers and reduce food miles, while also adopting compostable utensils, paper meal boxes, and reduced single-use plastics. Waste segregation and recycling measures onboard further contribute to lowering the airline’s carbon footprint.
With over 18 special meal types available, including vegan, Jain, diabetic, and allergen-friendly options, Air India continues to set new benchmarks for inclusivity and customer care in the skies, combining taste, innovation, and responsibility in every meal served.
