A vegetarian option that will delight fans of South Asian dining is the vegetable biryani, accompanied by soft chunks of tandoori paneer, a buttery dal makhani, tangy pickles and warm naan bread. Another plant-forward dish consists of steamed beancurd parcels filled with assorted mushrooms and drizzled with a sweet pumpkin sauce.

From culinary classics to inventive plant-forward dishes, each Cathay Signature is designed to be a feast for the senses. Next time you fly with us, take your pick of the gourmet fare available on our Choose My Meal platform. You can pre-order from 10 days to 24 hours before departure, and if you change your mind, you can make a new selection or cancel your order.

Can’t decide what to choose? Mills recommends the wok-fried seafood in lobster broth. “The soup base has a rich flavour and I enjoy the contrast of the steamed and crispy puffed rice,” he explains. “There is also something ‘home-y’ and comforting about having a soup inflight.”

Cathay Signatures is currently available on selected long-haul flights departing from Hong Kong, and we will continue to expand its availability to other routes.