Travel & Food news · 8 November 2026
American Airlines Brings Flagship Dining Back to LAX After Six Years
American Airlines has welcomed passengers back to Flagship Dining at Los Angeles International Airport, according to the source headline, after six years. The complimentary sit-down service is open to eligible premium-cabin passengers and some AAdvantage elites on long-haul flights.
Air France launches new Business menu by chef Olivier Perret on Canadian flights
Air France introduced new Business-cabin dishes created by chef Olivier Perret on flights from Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa. Passengers can pre-select hot dishes 24 hours ahead to cut food waste.
Air India launches restaurant-style dining in long-haul Business Class
Air India is introducing course-by-course fine dining in Business Class, starting on UK routes. It plans to extend the service to more international routes.
Vietnam Airlines named World's Best Culinary Airline at 2026 World Culinary Awards
Vietnam Airlines became the first Asian carrier to win World's Best Culinary Airline at the 2026 World Culinary Awards. London Heathrow, Gatwick and Turkish Airlines' lounges also won dining titles.
United adds 30 new chef-created dishes to Polaris business-class menus
United has announced the next menu rotation of its Chef's Table collaboration, with 30 new dishes from 11 chefs across ten cities for United Polaris international business class customers. The menus will be served onboard from November 1 to December 31.