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AirWise Fine Dining Division: Elevating Inflight Gastronomy from Monaco to the Sky

  • fbonce
  • Oct 25
  • 3 min read

From Giraudi’s iconic kitchens to your cabin, AirWise brings the Riviera’s most refined flavors to 40,000 feet.



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Redefining Inflight Luxury: The AirWise Culinary Philosophy

In private aviation, excellence is no longer limited to aircraft performance or cabin design—it extends to what’s served on the plate.At AirWise Executive Flight Support, our Fine Dining Division merges haute cuisine with aviation precision. Through exclusive partnerships with Monaco’s Giraudi Group restaurants, including Beefbar, Song Qi, Mozza, Cantinetta Antinori, and Izakaya, we curate Michelin-grade inflight menus designed for discerning passengers who expect nothing less than perfection.

From Nice Côte d’Azur (LFMN) to Paris Le Bourget (LFPB) and Milan Linate (LIML), AirWise ensures that every bite reflects the Riviera’s gastronomic excellence—prepared by world-class chefs, delivered under strict HACCP standards, and served with elegance at cruising altitude.


The Giraudi Signature: From Monaco to the Skies

Founded by Riccardo Giraudi, the Giraudi Group redefined contemporary luxury dining with globally acclaimed brands like Beefbar, recognized among the World’s Best Steakhouses. Each concept captures a facet of cosmopolitan taste—from the Asian refinement of Song Qi, to the Italian charm of Mozza and Cantinetta Antinori, to the modern fusion of Izakaya Monaco.

Through AirWise’s Concierge Branch, these restaurants’ kitchens now extend their excellence beyond the Riviera—straight to your aircraft.Our licensed airside team at Nice Airport manages every stage of this culinary journey: from restaurant pickup, cold-chain supervision, to aircraft delivery, ensuring temperature integrity, safety, and freshness even during peak Riviera heat.


Private Dining at Altitude: Curated Menus & Signature Recipes

Every dish in our inflight portfolio is specifically engineered for altitude performance—where taste perception changes, and presentation must adapt to limited galley space and reheating constraints.

Sample AirWise Fine Dining Creations (2025 Menu Highlights):

  • Beefbar Wagyu Fillet Mignon with truffled mashed potatoes and port wine jus

  • Song Qi Dim Sum Trilogy – steamed lobster dumpling, Wagyu gyoza, and scallop siu mai

  • Mozza Burrata di Andria with basil pesto pearls and heritage tomatoes

  • Cantinetta Antinori Veal Milanese with Amalfi lemon zest and baby arugula

  • Izakaya Black Cod Teriyaki, miso glaze, and yuzu foam

Each recipe is tested for reheating stability, maintaining texture, aroma, and plating integrity whether served in a Falcon 8X or a Global 7500. AirWise chefs also provide crew reheating cards, portion pairing suggestions, and wine matching notes for optimal inflight presentation.


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The Science of Packaging: Aviation-Friendly Perfection

Behind every exquisite dish lies a silent hero—packaging.Inflight gastronomy demands more than culinary talent; it requires engineering precision. AirWise has developed strict packaging protocols tailored to the aviation environment:

  • Aluminium Foil Trays: retain heat uniformly, ideal for convection or dry-heat ovens found onboard most business jets.

  • Microwave-Safe Boxes: for smaller jets equipped with microwave galley units, preventing warping or uneven heating.

  • Vacuum-Sealed Containers: extend shelf life for cold dishes such as sashimi, salads, and desserts.

  • Tamper-Evident Labels & QR Tracking: for hygiene and provenance control.

  • Eco-friendly Recyclable Materials: in alignment with Riviera sustainability goals.

All containers are HACCP-certified, DGAC-approved, and designed to preserve taste, texture, and aroma during both short-range and long-haul operations.

Our on-site cold storage and airside access at Nice Airport (LFMN) ensure the catering chain remains unbroken—an operational detail that sets AirWise apart from remote brokers or non-licensed intermediaries.


Excellence Beyond the Plate: AirWise Culinary Logistics

The AirWise Fine Dining Division works seamlessly with our Flight Supervision and Concierge Teams, guaranteeing that inflight catering is integrated into the overall mission plan:

  • CIQ Coordination: aligning catering deliveries with crew and passenger routing.

  • Slot & CTOT Management: optimizing departure times for hot meal readiness.

  • Last-Minute Orders: accepted 24/7 from Nice or Monaco with rapid kitchen response.

  • Crew Tastings & Menu Trials: available at AirWise’s partner lounges and kitchens for VVIP clients.


Private Dining, the Riviera Way

From the Mediterranean to the clouds, AirWise ensures every journey becomes a culinary event.Whether your itinerary includes Monaco’s Grand Prix, Cannes Film Festival, or a transatlantic business flight, our Fine Dining Division delivers restaurant-grade luxury at altitude—crafted by Giraudi chefs, coordinated by AirWise supervisors, and served by trained cabin hosts who understand both etiquette and aviation safety.

“At AirWise, fine dining isn’t an accessory—it’s part of the flight plan.”— AirWise Culinary Director, 2025

To experience AirWise Fine Dining on your next rotation, contact fbo.nce@airwiseexecutive.com or visit airwiseexecutive.com for bespoke menu consultations.



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