# Airlines introduce new premium inflight dining

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/airlines-introduce-new-premium-inflight-dining
> Updated: 2026-10-21T22:48:37.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Major airlines are updating their premium cabin culinary offerings for international travelers. 

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines have launched refreshed international dining menus for flights to Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Hawaiian Airlines is debuting Business Class menus developed by chef Dell Valdez, while Alaska Airlines is utilizing partnerships with chefs Brady Ishiwata Williams and Dell Valdez for its international Suites cabins. 

Air New Zealand is also rolling out a new premium inflight menu on long-haul services. Developed by Chef Josh Emett, the menu focuses on New Zealand ingredients, such as wild Fiordland venison and South Island salmon. These offerings are available across Premium Economy, Business Premier, and Business Premier Luxe cabins on flights departing from Auckland and various North American cities.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Air New Zealand to launch new premium inflight menu

Air New Zealand will debut a new premium inflight menu on October 25, featuring New Zealand ingredients like Fiordland venison and South Island salmon, designed by Chef Josh Emett.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/air-new-zealand-to-launch-new-premium-inflight-menu

### 2026-10-15: Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines launch new international dining menus

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines are debuting new chef-curated international menus and upgraded wine programs for premium cabin passengers this fall.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alaska-and-hawaiian-airlines-launch-new-international-dining-menus

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