Eurostar has been awarded the “highest possible” rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) for its onboard catering.
In recognition of its commitment to serving sustainable, responsibly sourced food on board, Eurostar has been re-awarded the highest rating of three stars from the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) which it first received in 2019.
The company is also celebrating ten years in partnership with Michelin star chef, Raymond Blanc OBE.
His expertise in this field and commitment to locally sourced, sustainable ingredients have played a significant role in reaching this achievement, said the company in a statement.
To celebrate, Business Premier passengers can enjoy a special limited-edition menu, specially curated by Raymond Blanc, that features all of his favourite dishes from the past decade.
The menu is available from 10th – 23rd November and includes mains such as, Charolais beef braised in Irancy wine, Jerusalem artichoke purée, roasted Jerusalem artichoke and shallot.
As well as sustainably sourced smoked pollock and smoked salmon with red cabbage, red onion and Granny Smith apple salad, topped off with dill and pink peppercorns.
As a digestif, a financier will be served made using honey from Eurostar’s bees, which have been lovingly reared by Eurostar colleagues in three beehives.
These have been located close to the high-speed line in Kent for the past decade – the same amount of time Raymond has been on-board with the rail company.
Research commissioned by Eurostar shows the important relationship between cuisine and travel, with 61% of Brits saying that one of their biggest drivers for city breaks is the food.
Over half of those surveyed (61%) declare themselves as ‘foodies’ and almost a third (28%) want to try Michelin-starred restaurants whilst on holiday.
Raymond Blanc OBE, Business Premier Culinary Director for Eurostar says: “I am very proud of my partnership with Eurostar and all that we have achieved in the last ten years.
“To be awarded a three-star SRA rating once again is a testament to our shared commitment to quality and service, with sustainability at the heart of all of the recipes we bring to the table.
“Together, we want to ensure that passengers can enjoy local, fresh quality dishes and start their culinary journey in style.”
Andrew Robinson, Head of Onboard Services for Eurostar says: “It is an absolute privilege to have had ten years of Raymond Blanc’s expertise and influence over the development of our on-board menus, which are a much-loved part of the Eurostar Business Premier experience.
“After a challenging period during the pandemic, we are incredibly proud to have secured a three-star rating from the SRA today.
“As the greener way to go between the UK and the continent we are passionate about sustainable travel and we will continue to challenge ourselves to reflect this commitment through our on-board service delivery.”
Juliane Caillouette-Noble, Managing Director of the Sustainable Restaurant Association, says: “Eurostar have, ever since they started working with the SRA ten years ago, demonstrated a total commitment to constantly improving every aspect of their catering operation.
“Achieving a Three Star rating for the third time is evidence of that and their dedication to serving their customers food that not only tastes good but does good too.”
For more information, visit www.eurostar.com.
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