Qatar Airways introduces Airbus A380 on Melbourne route

Qatar Airways has announced the introduction of its flagship Airbus A380 on the Melbourne route as the "airline continues its growth story in Australia".

Melbourne is the original home for Qatar Airways in Australia, with the airline adding services to Perth, Sydney and Adelaide in recent years. To celebrate the new A380 service, the multiple Skytrax Airline of the Year winner has collaborated with chef and restaurateur George Calombaris to develop an in-flight menu featuring his signature Greek-inspired dishes for First and Business Class passengers flying between Melbourne and Doha from July 1 until September 30. "People’s taste buds change at 30,000ft, which means the menu must pack powerful flavours," the airline says in a statement. Chef Calombaris has captured this by including dishes such as healthy Hellenic grain salad, tuna and tahini yoghurt as a cold appetiser; 'Gazi' lamb moussaka as a main course, as well as lighter options such as 'Jimmy Grants' souvlaki of pastourma beef short rib, pickles and mustard aioli and Greek Salad served with dashi yoghurt and poached prawns. Calombaris’ signature 'Hellenic Republic' risogalo (Greek rice pudding with Murray River salted caramel) will provide the sweet ending to the meal.

Qatar Airways has collaborated with chef and restaurateur George Calombaris to develop an in-flight menu featuring his signature Greek-inspired dishes for First and Business Class passengers flying between Melbourne and Doha from July 1 until September 30.“I am excited to team up with Qatar Airways on this project. It is the first time I am putting my food on an airline’s in-flight menu. At the end of the day, we want passengers to be impressed by not only the impeccable Qatar Airways cabin crew service, the comfort of their seats and the impressive on-board lounge, but also the delicious food we will be serving them while in the air,” Calombaris said. Athens is one of Qatar Airwaystarget="_blank"'>