Lip-Smacking: Fiji Airways’ Pacific Rim Cuisine Snaps Up IFSA’s In-Flight F&B Award

Fiji Airways has received the prestigious 2026 International Flight Services Association (IFSA) Award for Best Inflight Food or Beverage for its signature Pacific Rim cuisine. This latest accolade follows the airline’s recent designation as an APEX World Class Airline for 2026, marking consecutive international honours for Fiji Airways.

The IFSA Award celebrates the ingenuity and leadership of Fiji Airways’ Guest Experience team and the airline’s first local Executive Chef, whose dedication to showcasing authentic Pacific flavours has successfully transformed the onboard dining experience into a world-class offering.

Leadership Commends the Team: Blending Culture & Culinary Prowess

Commenting on the win, Andre Viljoen, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fiji Airways, stated that the award was a proud moment for both the airline and for Fiji itself. “To be recognised on the global stage by IFSA is a testament to the incredible talent of our team and the spirit of our islands,” he said.

This sentiment was echoed by Chef Rafaele Galuvakadua, Fiji Airways’ Executive Chef, who highlighted the deeper meaning of the cuisine. “Food has the power to connect people, and through our inflight experience, we are connecting travellers to the heart of Fiji before they even arrive,” Chef Galuvakadua added.

The award-winning Pacific Rim Cuisine is directly inspired by Fiji’s unique geographical position at the crossroads of the Pacific. The dishes masterfully blend culinary techniques and vibrant flavours drawn from Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, providing passengers with a genuine taste of the islands before they even touch down.

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