Cathay Pacific Partners with Michelin-Starred Yat Tung Heen to Offer Premium Cantonese Dining Inflight
The new ‘Hong Kong Flavours’ menu presents a range of authentic local fare for Premium Economy and Economy class customers on selected flights
(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has partnered with Yat Tung Heen, a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, to offer its Premium Economy and Economy class passengers a taste of Hong Kong with a new “Hong Kong Flavours” inflight menu. Starting in January 2025, passengers on selected flights departing from Hong Kong will be able to enjoy a selection of traditional Cantonese dishes, including offerings like smoked duck breast, braised beef brisket, and sweet and sour pork. The collaboration aims to enhance the dining experience by bringing a Michelin-quality menu to the skies.
(PRESS RELEASE) Hong Kong, China, 2025-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific has announced a new collaboration with Yat Tung Heen, a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, to enhance the inflight dining experience for its Premium Economy and Economy class passengers. The new “Hong Kong Flavours” menu will offer a selection of traditional, high-quality Cantonese dishes, bringing a taste of Hong Kong to the skies for passengers on selected flights departing from Hong Kong beginning in January 2025. This partnership builds on Cathay Pacific’s commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences through collaborations with renowned Hong Kong-based restaurants.
Yat Tung Heen, a respected dining institution since 1990, is led by Chef Tam Tung, who is celebrated for his dedication to preserving and innovating Cantonese culinary traditions. As part of the partnership, the exclusive inflight menu features dishes inspired by the restaurant’s signature offerings. Premium Economy passengers will enjoy dishes like smoked duck breast with pickled mustard greens and galangal, as well as braised beef brisket with chu hou sauce. Economy class passengers will be treated to options such as marinated cherry tomatoes with preserved plum and the sweet and sour pork with fresh pineapple.
Vivian Lo, Cathay Pacific’s General Manager of Customer Experience and Design, expressed excitement about working with a Michelin-starred restaurant, saying the collaboration will create a memorable dining experience for travelers. The airline’s aim is to bring the rich culinary heritage of Hong Kong to its customers while providing an elevated service in both Premium Economy and Economy classes.
Eaton Workshop Managing Director Harvey Thompson emphasized the significance of the partnership, highlighting Chef Tam Tung’s talent and dedication to Cantonese cuisine. Yat Tung Heen, with its unique atmosphere and commitment to excellence, has long been a beloved part of Hong Kong’s culinary scene.
The new “Hong Kong Flavours” menu will be available for Premium Economy and Economy class customers on long-haul and selected regional flights, including those to the Chinese Mainland, Japan, and Thailand.
About Cathay Pacific
Premium full-service airline Cathay Pacific is the home carrier of Hong Kong with over seven decades of history, and is a founding member of the oneworld global alliance. Cathay also comprises the cargo division Cathay Cargo, low-cost carrier HK Express and its lifestyle business. Cathay is a member of the Swire Group and is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). For more information, please visit www.cathaypacific.com.
About Yat Tung Heen
Eaton HK’s one Michelin-starred (2017-2024) Yat Tung Heen is an internationally renowned restaurant led by celebrated Chef Tam Tung. Serving up authentic Cantonese cuisine, in a high-design, moody atmosphere inspired by 1920s Shanghai taverns, the restaurant delivers a rarefied culinary experience. For more information, please visit www.yattungheen.com.
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Source: Cathay Pacific
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