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Air France has extended its exclusive culinary
partnership with three-Michelin-starred chef Julien Royer, introducing a new
selection of signature dishes for passengers travelling in La Première and
Business Class on flights from Singapore to Paris. The collaboration, which
began in 2019, continues the airline's strategy of showcasing French gastronomy
while incorporating regional influences from Asia.
The renewed partnership features ten new dishes for La
Première and an updated selection of meals for the Business cabin, offering
seasonal menus that rotate throughout the year.
French culinary tradition meets Asian inspiration
Chef Julien Royer, whose cuisine combines classic
French techniques with Asian flavours, has created menus inspired by both his
French heritage and Singapore's culinary culture.
The latest collection includes refined meat, seafood
and vegetarian options, with dishes drawing inspiration from regional
favourites such as chicken rice while highlighting seasonal ingredients and
vegetables at their peak.
"I am delighted to continue my collaboration with
Air France, this time creating new dishes for La Première and the Business
cabins," said Julien Royer. "The new menu remains rooted in French
technique, while drawing inspiration from some of Singapore's most loved
dishes, including our interpretation of chicken rice. Vegetarian dishes are
also now part of the menu, giving more options while celebrating the beauty of
vegetables at their peak. I hope these dishes can bring a sense of comfort
while travelling."
Seasonal menus throughout the year
The La Première menu rotates every two months and
features dishes such as Braised Beef Cheek with Pinot Noir, Sea Bass and Prawn
Bouillabaisse, Provençal Lamb Shoulder and Miso-marinated Cod, alongside
several vegetarian creations including Wild Mushroom Ravioli and Butternut
Squash Gnocchi.
Business Class passengers can choose from a similarly
diverse selection, including Braised Beef Short Ribs, Veal Blanquette,
Ballotine de Volaille 'Grand-Mère', Chilean Seabass and Mediterranean-style
Stuffed Vegetables.
Seven years of culinary collaboration
The renewed agreement marks seven years of
collaboration between Air France and Chef Royer.
"Air France is honoured to renew its
collaboration with triple Michelin-starred Chef Julien Royer, continuing a
successful partnership that has now spanned seven years," said Femke
Kroese, General Manager Air France KLM South East Asia & Oceania.
"This renewed collaboration reflects Air France's ongoing dedication to
offering customers the very best of French excellence throughout their journey.
These creations are a true expression of Air France's commitment to exceptional
gastronomy and refined service."
The exclusive menus are available on Air France
flights departing Singapore for Paris in La Première and Business Class
throughout 2026.
Image Credit: © Air France
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