Air New Zealand passengers will be enjoying fine dining meals designed by award-winning chef Michael Meredith as they quaff bubbles. Only if they're flying business s class, though.
As the airline's newest culinary consultant, the Samoa-born chef known for his degustation menus and adventurous approach will design dishes for 'Business Premier' passengers - Air New Zealand's executive class.
"It's a huge privilege to be given the chance to showcase my take on New Zealand cuisine to people from all over the world.
"There's a bit of pressure but I'm also really excited to see what we can do together," Meredith said.
Air New Zealand general manager customer experience Carrie Hurihanganui said Kiwi cuisine was renowned for its fresh, high quality and diverse produce - and its wine.
For many visitors to our country Air New Zealand offers their very first taste of New Zealand and we take this responsibility very seriously.
"Michael will bring a fresh perspective to the table.
"We've long held a farm to plane philosophy where menus are crafted around the best seasonal, fresh produce on offer. Michael has a similar ethos at Meredith's and we're excited to see how he translates his expertise from the restaurant to meals served at altitude".
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Last updated 15:57, July 20 2016