Virgin Atlantic has introduced a brand-new Autumn/Winter menu across its network.
The new menu will be available from 5th October, with a focus on seasonal comfort and destination-inspired dishes.
Upper Class customers will be welcomed onboard with a glass of Hambledon English sparkling wine paired with British raspberries and sweet rhubarb tonic, or Champagne and rosemary truffle artisan crisps.
New additions to the Upper Class menu include Thyme and Garlic Roasted Chicken, Miso and Sesame-Crusted Salmon & Tarragon Pie with mashed potatoes and herb gravy.
A new pre-order menu is also available including Lamb Hotpot with vermicelli rice and seasonal vegetables and Vegetable Korma with Gujarati green beans, jeera pilau rice and paratha.
Upper Class and Premium Customers can pre-select inflight meals between 72-24 hours of departure.
Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class Extra Bites menu also has some brand-new additions, including Cream Tea with Fudge Scones and Clotted Cream, Salted Caramel Spread and Strawberry Jam.
Customers can also choose from a gourmet Fish Goujon Hot Sandwich served with tartare sauce, and a chicken Caesar Club Sandwich served with salted crisps.
Also available is the new British Northern Bloc ice cream in chocolate chip and vegan lemon sorbet flavours.
New beverages have been introduced to its onboard menu, including Brooklyn Pilsner, Cobra lager, and Lucky Saint non-alcoholic beer.
Joining the line-up are Brook Ridge Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, Diemersdal Pinotage from South Africa, and Soave and Pinot Noir from the family-owned Gianni Tessari estate.
Premium customers will enjoy a vibrant and fresh seasonal menu, with highlights including hearty Chicken Casserole and Classic Shepherd’s Pie, or Thai Green Vegetable Curry with steamed jasmine rice.
Followed by Virgin Atlantic’s iconic Mile High Tea featuring delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones and a mini patisserie selection of Lemon Posset Choux and Walnut Carrot Cake.
Premium customers will also enjoy a brand-new range of wellness super blends Twinings teas and an enhanced selection of hot cooked breakfasts served with fresh seasonal fruit, yoghurt, and pastries.
Economy features tasty options to please the whole family, such as Chicken Tikka Masala with saffron rice, red quinoa and green peas and Creamy Macaroni Cheese with a panko and cheese crumb.
Customers can also enjoy an on-demand pantry offering sweet and savoury snacks in between meals.
Corneel Koster, Chief Customer and Operating Officer, Virgin Atlantic said:
“We’re pleased to announce an enhanced food and drinks service on board.
“By creating new dishes and working with new partners, we’re bringing a more personal, unique Virgin Atlantic experience for all our customers during the Autumn/Winter season.
“Creating magical moments for our customers is what we do best; delighting them from the moment they step on board to when they land at their destination.
“We will continue to develop our inflight offering, as our customers do business, visit family, or seek winter sun for that much-needed holiday.”
For more information, visit www.virginatlantic.com.
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