Following the success of its exclusive Wimbledon-inspired menu, Emirates is continuing its celebration of the British summer with the return of its popular seasonal strawberry menu, available on flights between Dubai and the UK from 13 to 31 July.
A beloved symbol of the British summer, strawberries feature prominently in traditional seasonal favourites such as strawberries and cream and the iconic Eton Mess. Drawing inspiration from these classic flavours, Emirates has created a specially curated selection of strawberry-based desserts for passengers across all cabin classes, bringing the essence of British summer to travellers both onboard and on the ground.
Seasonal Desserts Across All Cabin Classes
The specially designed menu highlights the freshness and versatility of strawberries through a range of carefully crafted desserts.
Passengers travelling from Dubai to the UK can enjoy:
First Class: Honey Cake served with strawberry compote and clotted cream
Business and Premium Economy Class: Strawberry Tart with pistachio sauce
Economy Class: Cream Cheese Mousse with strawberry compote and hazelnut streusel
For passengers travelling from the UK to Dubai, Emirates will offer a different selection of seasonal creations, including:
First Class: Classic Eton Mess featuring meringue, mascarpone cream, and strawberry compote
Business Class: White chocolate cheesecake with strawberry and basil confit
Premium Economy Class: Strawberry panna cotta with strawberry coulis
Economy Class: Strawberry cheesecake topped with crumble
Fresh Strawberries from Sustainable Vertical Farming
For the seasonal menu, Emirates chefs have selected the Monterrey strawberry variety, recognised for its vibrant colour, naturally sweet flavour, and rich taste.
More than 10 kilograms of Monterrey strawberries are supplied daily for Emirates flights from Bustanica, the world’s largest indoor vertical farm co-owned by Emirates. Using advanced hydroponic and vertical farming technology, Bustanica produces fresh, nutrient-rich produce while significantly reducing water consumption.
The strawberries served onboard Emirates flights are delivered within 12 hours of harvesting, ensuring passengers experience exceptional freshness with every serving.
Summer Flavours at 40,000 Feet
The seasonal celebration extends to the Emirates A380 Onboard Lounge, where passengers can enjoy favourites including fresh strawberries and cream, strawberry lemon cake, and a selection of strawberry-inspired mocktails and cocktails featuring strawberries and fresh-cut basil for a refreshing summer flavour.
Through its seasonal culinary experiences, Emirates continues to highlight local traditions, regional flavours, and fresh ingredients while creating memorable dining experiences for passengers worldwide.
The airline’s culinary teams regularly refresh onboard menus throughout the year, incorporating seasonal produce and destination-inspired cuisine to deliver authentic and distinctive journeys for travellers.
India Pledges Support to Strengthen Sri Lanka’s Textile Sector Development
A special bilateral discussion aimed at strengthening cooperation in the textile and industrial sectors was held in New Delhi on 14 July between Sri Lanka’s Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti and India’s Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita, alongside senior officials from both countries.
The meeting took place during Minister Handunnetti’s participation at the ‘Bharat Tex’ International Exhibition in New Delhi, following an invitation extended by India’s Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh.
The discussion was attended by Sri Lankan High Commissioner to India Mahishini Colonne, together with senior officials from India’s Ministry of Textiles and Ministry of Rural Development.
Strengthening Textile Industry Cooperation
During the meeting, both sides discussed opportunities to provide technical expertise and investment support to modernise Sri Lanka’s industrial sector and improve its competitiveness in international markets.
The two countries agreed to enhance collaboration across several key areas, including textile technology, skills development, investment opportunities, and industry modernisation.
As part of efforts to strengthen technical and educational cooperation, discussions were held on introducing graduate-level training programmes for Sri Lankan students through India’s National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), one of the country’s leading institutions in fashion and textile education.
The initiative will also explore the exchange of academic knowledge, technical expertise, and curriculum development to support the future growth of Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector.
Supporting Traditional and Advanced Textile Industries
The discussions also focused on developing joint initiatives in both handloom textiles and modern technical textiles, combining the strengths of Sri Lanka and India to enhance traditional weaving industries while promoting innovation-driven manufacturing.
In addition, both parties explored opportunities to obtain technical and investment support from India for the development of Sri Lanka’s mineral resources.
Focus on Future Trade and Investment Opportunities
The upcoming Expo 2027 international exhibition was also highlighted during the discussions, with Minister Handunnetti exchanging views with the Indian delegation on encouraging greater participation from Indian investors and business communities.
The strengthened cooperation between Sri Lanka and India is expected to contribute towards modernising Sri Lanka’s textile industry, expanding international market access, and creating new opportunities for investment, skills development, and industrial growth.
Emirates Brings the Sweet Flavours of British Summer to Passengers with Seasonal Delights
