Emirates Airlines recorded a 154% growth in demand for vegetarian meals served on aircraft between 2021 and 2022. More than 280,000 vegetarian meals were provided on flights during 2022.
Emirates has been providing vegetarian meals since the 1990s, and now offers more than 180 recipes that cater to vegetarian passengers or those wanting a healthy meal on board. Vegetarian requirements initially centered on specific lines. However, over the past few years, vegetarian dishes have quickly gained popularity with passengers flying to the US, Australia, some European destinations and the UK. Recently, destinations witnessing a growing interest in vegetarian meals include Beirut, Cairo and Taipei.
In addition to the various vegetarian meals in all classes, Emirates Airlines served more than 195,000 vegetarian dessert dishes in 2022. Customers traveling on Emirates flights in all classes of travel, and users of private lounges at airports, can request vegetarian meals up to 24 hours before departure. Main menu options on selected lines also include vegetarian meals.
Source: globeecho.com
