Air France is enhancing its in-flight meal service in Premium Economy Class.
For flights with a duration of more than 7 hours, the second meal served before landing has been completely revamped. Previously, it was the same “Bon Appétit Bag” as in Economy Class, but it has now been changed to a tray-style meal exclusively for Premium Economy.
The menu offers a continental breakfast on overnight flights, and a club sandwich (with a vegetarian option available) on daytime flights. On flights of more than 10 hours, warm bread is added to the breakfast, and a mixed salad and warm bread are added to the daytime service.
For the main meal, a full “French-style” dining experience is served, consisting of a savory biscuit, appetizer, a choice of two hot main dishes, cheese, and dessert, all presented with eco-friendly tableware and stainless-steel cutlery. Depending on the departure time, champagne is also offered after takeoff.
The hot dishes are created by Michelin-starred chef Frédéric Simonin, a holder of the Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) title. Two à la carte options, including a vegetarian choice, are offered and updated regularly. Fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients are prioritized. The service is available on flights departing from Paris, Pointe-à-Pitre, Fort-de-France, Cayenne, Saint-Denis on Réunion Island, and from the United States and Canada.
In addition, desserts such as vanilla cream puffs and molten chocolate cake (fondant au chocolat) are offered. On daytime flights departing from Paris with a flight time of 10 hours or more, ice cream is served between meals. Flavors include vanilla and milk chocolate with caramelized almonds, all handmade in southern France.
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is also available, including French wines and beers. The champagne selection is carefully chosen by Xavier Thuizat, who has been named Best Sommelier of France, and special cocktails created by chef and mixologist Matthias Giroud are also on the menu.
Premium Economy Class is available on all long-haul routes operated by Air France, and the latest seats are installed on more than 80% of the fleet. The seats recline up to 124 degrees and are equipped with 13.3-inch monitors. Amenities such as amenity kits and noise-cancelling headphones are also provided. In-flight Wi-Fi is expected to be installed on almost the entire fleet by the end of the year.
