From Machboos to Ghaf juice: Etihad Rail introduces Emirati-inspired culinary experience on Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route
Dubai: Passengers travelling on Etihad Rail’s Abu Dhabi–Fujairah passenger service are being given a taste of the UAE along the way, with a specially curated onboard menu inspired by Emirati flavours and culinary traditions. The culinary experience, developed by Capital Catering, the food and beverage arm of ADNEC Group, a Modon company, is part of Etihad Rail’s wider focus on making the…
Passengers aboard Etihad Rail’s Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route are treated to a culinary journey through the UAE, featuring dishes inspired by local flavours and traditions. Developed by Capital Catering, the onboard menu combines modern rail travel with Emirati-inspired flavours, including dates, saffron, cardamom, local honey and Arabic coffee.
Award-winning chef Maitha Warshaw crafted a modern interpretation of machboos, featuring slow-braised short rib served with fragrant Emirati-spiced rice. The menu also includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack options, with a dedicated children’s menu to cater to families. A complimentary Ghaf Juice Shot, inspired by the UAE’s national tree, is offered to passengers, alongside traditional Arabic coffee and a selection of locally inspired chocolates.
Chef Warshaw, recognized for her representation of the UAE on international stages, brings her culinary expertise to create a contemporary take on Emirati cuisine that resonates with both tradition and modern audiences.
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