Emirates serves more than 45 million luxury chocolates annually
Emirates collaborates closely with connoisseur chocolatiers from around the globe and rotates the chocolate onboard every 3 months to delight frequent flyers.
Dubai: For Emirates, World Chocolate Day on July 7th isn't just a celebration – it's a testament to their dedication to offering a luxurious travel experience, with chocolate being a key player. Last year alone, passengers across all classes devoured a whopping 45 million pieces of gourmet chocolate!
Artisan chocolates
Emirates treats its passengers to artisan chocolates as part of their signature meal service, no matter where they're flying to among their 140 global destinations.
Economy Class passengers enjoyed the most chocolates last year, indulging in 36.3 million pieces.
The newly launched Premium Economy Class isn't far behind, with passengers savoring 322,000 chocolates.
Business Class offered 8.2 million chocolates, while First Class passengers, with access to unlimited chocolates and the option to take some home, relished 122,000 large gourmet chocolate boxes.
Valrhona: The Current Star
Emirates keeps rotating its offerings every 3 months to keep frequent flyers surprised and delighted. Currently gracing the skies is the prestigious French chocolatier Valrhona.
Established in 1922, Valrhona is known for its exceptional quality, ethical sourcing, and commitment to environmental responsibility.
For Emirates First Class passengers, Valrhona has created a bespoke luxury chocolate box offered after meals.
Emirates & Valrhona signature chocolate box - First ClassZeyneb Larabi, Global Travel Retail Director of Valrhona, highlights the shared values between the two companies: "Partnering with Emirates underscores our shared values of excellence, attention to detail, and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences."
A global chocolate journey
Emirates regular rotation features globally recognized brands like Bateel, Coco Jalila, and Forrey & Galland from the UAE; Butlers from Ireland; Godiva, Canonica, and Neuhaus from Belgium; Pacari from Ecuador; and Hotel Chocolat from the UK.
These selections are carefully curated based on factors like chocolate type (dark, milk, white), fillings, taste, texture, brand recognition, and sustainable sourcing practices.
Chocolate Delights Beyond the Box
Emirates offers a variety of chocolate desserts and hot chocolate across all classes.
First Class passengers can indulge in creations like chocolate mousse with passionfruit, delicate white chocolate tart, or a vegan chocolate pecan cake.
Business and Premium Economy Class offer options like vegan onyx avocado chocolate tart or a chocolate mocha marquise wedge.
Economy Class features a zesty chocolate and orange mousse or a milk chocolate caramel cake.
On longer journeys, chocolate candy bars are offered in snack trays, and children are treated to chocolate lollipops during festive occasions.
First Class passengers can even find 85% dark chocolate from Lindt in their goodie basket.
The Emirates A380 Onboard Lounge allows passengers to indulge in vegan and non-vegan treats like M&Ms, chocolate cake, and mini chocolate selections.
Chocolate experiences on the ground too
The luxurious chocolate experience extends to Emirates Lounges. Passengers can enjoy homemade Emirates chocolate ice cream, signature Costa Coffee hot chocolate, and an array of delectable creations by Emirates Master Chefs.
These include white chocolate and passionfruit nectar cake, rich chocolate macarons, and indulgent dark chocolate cake.
The newly introduced Emirates First Class dessert trolley elevates the experience even further with Valrhona Grand Cru chocolate truffles, chocolate-coated madeleines, and exquisite desserts like a crunchy milk chocolate cake with hazelnut praline, and a luscious roasted banana, chocolate, and caramel cake.
So, if you're flying with Emirates, be prepared for a world of chocolatey delights, taking your taste buds on a delicious journey from take-off to touchdown, and even beyond in the Emirates Lounges.