In 2024, Emirates is delighted to join in the Onam festivities by offering a special culinary and entertainment experience for its passengers. Until 16 September 2024, travelers on flights to and from Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram to Dubai can savor an array of authentic Onam dishes across all cabin classes.
On Emirates’ 14 weekly flights to Kochi and 7 weekly flights to Thiruvananthapuram, passengers will enjoy curated menus featuring the distinctive flavors of Onam. Traditional appetisers like Sharkara Upperi (banana roasted in sweet jaggery), Kaya Varuthathu (crisp banana chips), and Kondattam Mulaku (fried sundried chillies in yoghurt) will be served. Guests can also relish essential Onam dips such as Kaalan (coconut, yoghurt, and yam), Cucumber Pachadi (garnished salad), and Puli Inji (a sweet and tangy ginger chutney). First and Business Class customers will also enjoy Kerala-style pappadam and spicy mango pickle.
Main courses will include Alleppey Kozhi Curry (spiced chicken in coconut sauce) with Avial, Chemba rice, and cabbage carrot thoran, or Vegetarian Sadhya (sambar and kootu) paired with matta rice and carrot pea thoran. Options for those preferring chicken or mutton include Chicken Sukha (pan-fried chicken with coconut and spices) with steamed rice and vegetable kootu, or Mutton Sukha with Chemba rice, Erissery, and bean thoran. First Class passengers can opt for Mutton Pepper Fry.
For dessert, travelers can enjoy Onam favorites like Palada Pradhaman (creamy rice pudding with roasted pistachios, raisins, and cashew nuts) or Parippu Payasam (sweet lentil pudding topped with roasted coconut flakes). All meals will be served on banana leaf dish liners to enhance the authentic Onam experience.
Additionally, Emirates offers over 6,500 entertainment options on its award-winning ice system, including 45 Academy Award® winning films, over 2,000 movies, 650 TV shows, and 4,000 hours of music, podcasts, and audiobooks in 40 languages. Passengers can also choose from 17 Malayalam films, including acclaimed titles like "2018," "Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey," and blockbusters such as "RDX: Robert Dony Xavier" and "Kannur Squad."
Emirates takes pride in celebrating a diverse range of global cultures onboard, providing regionally inspired cuisine and special seasonal menus. From Onam to Diwali, Eid, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Oktoberfest, and Easter, Emirates creates memorable experiences for travelers worldwide.