SWISS Airlines Partners with Michelin-Starred FAHR Restaurant for New Inflight Menus

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is offering passengers on its long-haul flights a taste of Canton Aargau with exclusive culinary delights created by Michelin-starred chef Manuel Steigmeier from the renowned FAHR restaurant. The new menu is part of the airline's ongoing "SWISS Taste of Switzerland" program, designed to showcase the best of Swiss regional cuisine.

Michelin-Starred Creations for First and Business Class

For the next three months, First and Business Class passengers will indulge in gourmet dishes curated by Steigmeier, whose FAHR restaurant, located in Künten, Aargau, holds one Michelin star and 17 GaultMillau points. The FAHR’s cuisine is celebrated for its purist presentation and use of local ingredients, making it a perfect fit for SWISS’s premium inflight dining experience.

Julia Hillenbrand, SWISS Head of Brand Experience, expressed excitement about the partnership:

“The concoctions of Manuel Steigmeier blend classic elements with a fresh creative touch – a combination that fits excellently with SWISS.”

Chef Steigmeier shared his pride in representing Canton Aargau aloft:

“Knowing that our meal creations will now be served so high above the clouds makes us all truly proud.”

First Class Menu Highlights

First Class travelers can enjoy starters like char tatar with dill mayonnaise, cucumber, and yoghurt mousse. Main course options include:

• Braised veal cheeks with cherry jus, cremolata, and mascarpone polenta.
• Sautéed cod with chimichurri, creamy fregola sarda, and roasted vegetables.

The meal is completed with a decadent chocolate financier dessert.

Business Class Menu Highlights

Business Class passengers will be treated to marinated salmon trout with wild herb salad as a starter, followed by:

• Beef Stroganov with spätzli, beetroot, and sour cream.
• Sautéed pikeperch with Riesling beurre blanc, lye bread dumpling, and broccolini.

Dessert options include a chestnut cake with vanilla whipped cream and mandarin calamansi gel.

Premium Economy’s Taste of Aargau

Premium Economy passengers can enjoy a three-course meal inspired by Canton Aargau, featuring Habsburger Ritterkäse and Aarenberger cheeses and the canton’s famous Rüeblikuchen carrot cake with crème diplomate.

Culinary Collaboration with gategourmet

For over 21 years, SWISS has collaborated with gategourmet to highlight Switzerland’s regional cuisines through its "SWISS Taste of Switzerland" program. A new top chef is featured every three months, ensuring passengers experience the finest Swiss culinary traditions paired with regional wines and cheeses.

Passengers can now look forward to a gourmet journey on board, with the high-quality inflight dining experience making long-haul travel more delightful than ever.