Emirates is known for offering mouthwatering feasts to its customers. Whether there is any occasion or not, the food that they serve is truly lip-smacking. But did you know that when there are special occasions, they take their food services up a notch with festive offerings? This is true and not just for festivals, but even for the UAE National Day, they are doing something special.
Emirates To Celebrate 54 Years Of Eid Al Etihad
On the occasion of 54 years of Eid Al Etihad, Emirates is celebrating the day with traditional Emirati sweets, which will be served on flights to all customers. This includes an array of traditional dishes in the Emirates Dubai Lounges, and even a curated catalogue of Emirati music, movies, and podcasts, which is available on ICE.
Mini Gift Box For Passengers
Basically, on Eid Al Etihad, customers who are boarding flights with the airline on December 2nd and 3rd will receive an Emirati-inspired sweet treat. This will be in a mini gift box! With the interior of the aircraft illuminated in the colours of the UAE flag, you can expect a duo of fig frangipane and gahwa tart will be served in the First and Business Class. While those in the Premium Economy will be given pistachio rahash tart and gahwa tart. Finally, passengers in the Economy will get to relish batheeth with white chocolate and pistachios.
Customers aboard Emirates A380 onboard lounge can savour the aromatic Arabic coffee, which would be complemented by the favourite flavours of the region. Yes, we are talking about Aseeda Cake, Date and Cardamom Cheesecake, Pistachio Rahash Tart, as well as Saffron Bundt Cake with Caramel Cream Frosting and Hazelnut Croquant. They could also choose to order a Chocolate and Cardamom Bundt Cake.
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What’s On The Menu For Emirates Lounges In Dubai
Coming to the lounges, the Emirates First Class Lounge in Dubai will offer a traditional feast of Emirati Chicken Machbous, Emirati Lamb Ouzi and Harees Served with Fried Onions, Cashew Nut Raitha and Dakkous. This will be followed by an equally tempting variety of desserts, including Karak Profiteroles, Umm Ali Spheres, Lommie Kabeese Cheesecake and bite-sized Date Mamoul, Hazelnut Kita, Kunafa Pistachio and Emirati Luqaimat.
Similarly, those in the Business Class Lounges will also get to experience Emirati Style Lamb Ouzi Made with Locally Sourced Lamb, Mint Raitha and Dakkus, or Chicken Majboos with Cucumber Yoghurt Sauce. Doesn’t it also absolutely fantastic? While for dessert you will want to savour Arabic coffee delice, Loomi and Rose Profiteroles, Guerss Ugaili Cardamom Sesame Financiers, Burnt Gahwa Chocolate Tarts, and Emirati Luqaimat
Well, not only this, but customers can also embrace the national spirit with Emirati award-winning ICE. With over 71 Arabic movies as well as 32 Arabic TV shows, it’s truly going to be a cultural feast for the eyes. So, if you’re planning to travel during the aforementioned dates, you are certainly going to be in for a fantastic experience.
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