Lufthansa
First Class menu
Frankfurt to Bangkok
April 2010

Dreamer's Delight

Use the time on board to get some restful sleep; in the form of our Dreamer's Delight, a select meal served in one course.

Cold Gourmet Plate

Marinated Tenderloin of Beef with Teriyaki Sauce and Asian Vegetable Salad, Artichokes and Tomatoes with roasted Sesame and Salad of Corn fed Poulard

or

Hot Specialty

Apple and Lime Risotto with Ginger and Carro Puree

Cheese and Dessert

Bleu de Gex, Fougerus and Livarot Cheese

Fresh Fruit


Menu

Choice of Hors d’oeuvre

Caviar with the traditional Garnishes

Crabmeat and Avocado Timbale with green Apple and roasted Sesame

Goat Cheese and Tomato Terrine, Pesto with Pine Nuts

Roulade of Quail on Spinach with marinated Swedes

Salad

Frisee, Rucola, Radicchio and Romain Lettuce with Carrots, Tomatoes and Bell Pepper
with your Choice of Wild Garlic of Orange and Mustard Dressing

Choice of Main Courses

Stiller's Sauerbraten, slow braised Beef Cheek, Cauliflower Puree and fried Bread Dumpling Slices

Grilled Scallops with Nutmeg and Vanilla Sauce, Suger Peas, Beans, Mushrooms and green Pea Mash

Vegetable Strudel with Asian Soy Jus, Baby Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms

Fried Breat of Guinea Fowl with Toto Trilogy and Parisienne Potatoes


Selection of Cheese and Dessert

Bleu de Gex, Fougerus, Beaufort, Livarot and ashed Goat Cheese
garnished with Grapes and Pecan Nuts

White Coffee Mousse and Chocolate Sorbet with Red Wine and Espresso Sauce

Warm Banana Cake, Caramel Sauce and Macadamia Nut Ice-Cream

Specialty Dessert Wines



Vinothek
Champagne

2000 Champagne Laurent-Perrier Millesime, Frankreich
Wine lovers know that the champagne house Laurent-Perrier only produces a vintage champagne in outstanding years. By doing so, this champagne house, founded in 1812 and meanwhile one of the leading houses around the world, is continuing an old tradition: a respect for nature and for the wines, a passion for quality and strong and lasting relationships with people. On top of this comes energy, both that of Bernad de Nonancourt, the creator of the style and the wines of Laurent-Perrier, and of his daughters Alexandra and Stephaniew, who manage this independent house today and perpetuate these values. Consequently the winner of the champagne tasting is no surprise. This blend of chardonnay and pinot noir is most appealing with its freshness as well as its complex aromatics suggesting white peaches, dried apricots, fresh brioche and roasted almonds. This champagne is a real pleasure with its creamy character on the palate and long, persistent finish.

Aperitif

Campari
A red mild bitters-type cordial.

Sherry "La Guita"
A classic Sherry with fruity flavour and a taste of elegant saltiness, typical for Manzanilla Sherry.

Monthly Proposal

2006 Mendoza Malbec, Catena Alta, Argentinien
The snow-covered peaks of the Andes and the highest mountain in America, Aconcagua, at around 7000 metres, dominate the backdrop of the wine-producing region of Mendoza. The dry, markedly continental climate and optimum water supply thanks to the glacial rivers from the Andes, create conditions that are just about perfect for wine-growing. It is therefore not surprising that more than 70 percent of Argentina's wine production thrives on the largely sandy and clay-rich alluvial soils here. Nicolas Catena has certainly long been aware of the potential of such a landscape. In 1994, together with his team, he determined that the best vineyards for the grape varieties chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon and malbec. The innovation "Catena Alta" was born. The winemaker Jose Galante achieved considerable acclaim with the 1994 cabernet sauvignon and in 1996 the first limited production malbec was presented. The 2006 vintage was characterised by slightly higher than average temperatures and optimum water supply. As half the grapes in the vineyards were removed during the green harvest, the remaining grapes were able to ripen to perfection. It therefore comes as no surprise that Wine Spectator awarded a coveted 93 Points out of 100 for this top Argentine wine and it also gained top marks from our Lufthansa tasting panel. This is a powerful wine with intense aromas of berry fruits, fine toasty notes, elegant minerality and a touch of gentle spices. On the palate it is opulent with plenty of fruit and ripe tannins.

White Wine

2007 Schloss Vollrads Riesling Spatlese trocken, Gutsverwaltung Schloss Vollrads, Deutschland
Embedded between the wooded Taunus mountains and the mighty Rhine river, Schloss Vollrads' vineyards are to be found around the Herren von Greiffenclau manor house. This southerly site, protected from the mountain winds by woods and with the Rhine acting as a heat reservoir, allows the Riesling vines growing on the loess-loam and Taunus quartzite soils to achieve optimum ripeness. The roots burrow up to 20 metres down into the ground and take up many minerals. The resultant wines are like this Spatlese, which has a charming palate with an elegant minerality and ripe fruit flavours of passion fruit, apple and apricot.

2008 Pomino Bianco DOC "Benefizo", Marhesi de Frescobaldi, Italien
The scenery of the Tosco Emiliani hills in the Apennines is characterised by gentle vineyard slopes, thick pine forests and abundant olive groves. This is where "Benefizio" comes from. The Frescobaldi family brought various varieties such as Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc to Pomino in 1855. The particularity of the location and the long-standing cultivation of these varieties have contributed to the fact that wines produced here are allowed to use the protected region of origin designation DOC. This extraordinary wines comes from the top site Benefizio, which is only 9 ha in size. The wine has a delightful straw yellow colour and a charming bouquet with aromas of ripe yellow fruit intermingled with hazelnuts.

2008 Ihringer Winklerberg Weibburgunder Spatlese trocken, Winzergenossenschaft Ihringen, Deutschland
Ihringen is proud to promote itself as the "warmest place in Germany", and indeed, the sun burns here with sub-tropical intensity onto the exposed steep slopes of the Winklerberg with its weathered basalt bedrock soils and numerous low vineyard walls which store the warmth of the sun during the day and give it back to the vines at night. This helps to ripen the grapes to the optimum. This barrique-matured Pinot Blanc is a typical example of the excellent quality from this top vineyard site. On the nose it has subtle aromas of vanilla, pear and citrus fruit and the palate is most attractive with its smooth texture, fine acidity and pleasing concentration.

Red Wine

2006 Dao Reserva, Casa de Santar, Portugal
Casa de Santar is the largest private wine estate in the Dao region and has been producing fine wine since 1616. The estate relies on a treasure trove of indigenous grape varieties such as touriga nacional, the main variety in Dao, as well as alfrocheiro and tinta roriz. The talented winemaker, who vinifies a stunning red wine from these grapes, maturing it for several months in French oak barriques, is called Pedro de Vasconcellos e Souza. The result is a powerful, purple-coloured red wine with delightful aromas, ripe berry fruit and gentle spicy notes in the background. The palate is most pleasing with its fine-grained tannins and opulent character.

2002 Chateau Belgrave, Cru Classe, Haut-Medoc, Frankreich
This renowned Chateau, situated in Saint Laurent, is one of the oldest wine estates in the region. Its name points to the quality of the soil, as the translation of "Belgrave" means "beautiful pebbles". The famous oenologist Michel Rolland is the consultant here and the wine style combines both classic and modern elements, as can be noted particularly in the bouquet with its ripe fruit aromas and discrete toastiness, as well as the silky tannins and excellent length on the palate.

Dessert Wine

Keidrich Grafenberg Riesling Auslese, Weingut Robert Weil, Deutschland
The Grafenberg is one of the top vineyard sites in the Rheingau and has been classified as an "Erste Lage". With gradients of up to 50 percent in this south-west facing site, the vines receive the full force of the sun and thereby benefit from ideal growing conditions. The combination of vineyard site with phyllite and loess-loam soils guarantees a long ripening period for the grapes. The Grafenberg Auslese shows opulent fruit of ripe peaches and mango with elegant citrus notes, as well as having restrained sweetness and oustanding length on the palate.

Monthly Proposal

Vielle Pomme Royale - Alter Apfel, Etter, Schweiz
The Etter family's story is typical of many farming families in central Switzerland. From the 13th century onwards, the family farmed the land on their mountain farm ("Berglihof"). It was usual to distill one's own kirsch as it was a household remedy "healing everything from cuts and bruises to emotional upsets". The Etters have turned this skill into a fine art. As long ago as 1840 the farmer Johann Baptist Etter had made a name for himself as an excellent "Chriesibrenner", as someone who distills kirsch is known in Swiss German. It was Johann Baptist's son Paul who made the art of distilling the main family occupation, and to this day, Etter continues as an independent family company, run by Hans Etter in the fourth generation wih great passion. Hans Etters' considerable experience with fine spirits leads him, time and time again, to create new trhings. One of his creations is this eleant and unusual specialty, Vielle Pomme Royale, the base of which is the heat distillate of the best, hand-picked Gravenstein apples. There are stiull a few farmers who supply unsprayed Gravenstein apples to the distillery. These small, flavoursome apples are gently mashed, carefully fermented and subsequently distilled with great skill. This expressive spirit is matured for three years, thereby allowing it time to develop its distinctive, delicate and fruity taste. And with only 30% abv, this delightful apple speciality is not too strong.

Spirits

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey Old No 7
Amber colored Whiskey with distinctive caramel, vanilla and almond notes and a touch of fruity impressions.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Superior brand with an intense, opulent aroma and the typical peaty character.

Bushmills Malt 10 Years Old
This is a whiskey with soft notes of vanilla, a fine malty character and restrained honeyed sweetness.

Smirnoff Red Vodka
Triple-distilled and filtered ten times for exceptional smoothness and purity.

Bombay Sapphire Distilled London Dry Gin
Predominant juniper notes, balanced with impression of lemon peel and coriander.

Cognac Lhéraud Cuvée 30
A fine and mature cognac from an exceptional distiller.

Calvados Pays d’Auge AC, Daron
The long maturation process in oak barrels brings out crisp and sweet aromas of apple, pear and vanilla.

Fernet Branca
An aromatic blend of about 40 herbs and spices.

Tequila
Exclusively on flights to and from Mexico.

Walcher Williams Exclusiv
A juicy and very fruity Poire Williams with long-lasting flavor and a very typical finish.

Etter Zuger Kirsch, 42 Vol %, Jahrgang 2005
Made from the Swiss “Lauerz” cherries, full-bodied, aromatic and refined.

Liqueur and Port

Baileys Irish Cream
A delicious cream liqueur made entirely in Ireland from a combination of dairy cream, Irish Whiskey and the smooth flavour of chocolate and vanilla.

Niepoort Portwein LBV 2000
An intensive, young and powerful port with a light fruit flavour.
Mineral Water

Apollinaris, sparkling natural minera water
Vio, natural mineral water

Fruit juices

Apple Juice
Tomato Juice
Orange Juice

Soft Drinks

Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Sprite
Kinley Tonic Water, Kinley Bitter Lemon, Kinley Ginger Ale

German Beers

Warsteiner Premium Verum
Germaqn premium lager

Warsteiner Premium alkoholfrei
with genuine 0.0% alc. vol

Hot Beverages

Jacobs Kaffee
Royal Diplomat 100% Arabica Coffee from the Highlands

Nespresso Espresso und Cappuccino, 3 Grands Crus des Kaffees
Ristretto: A short, full-bodied and intense Espresso with a pleasantly lingering taste.
Volluto: A lightly roasted blend with a subtle, yet present body and hints of biscuit, redolent of cereal, enhanced by a touch of acidity and a fresh and light fruitiness.
Decaffeinato: This is a light and delicate decaffeinate variety which strikes a good balance beteen mildness and acidity.

Masala Tee
Exclusively on flights to and from India

Eilles Teespezialitäten

Darjeeling Royal First Flush Blatt
Harvested in springtime in the best tea gardens of the Himilayan foothills, this superior quality shows a lot of white leaf toips after the winter’s rest in Northern India. Its aroma is crisp and fresh, reminiscent of lilies of the valley, its color pale orange.

Earl Grey Premium Blatt
A blend of Darjeeling, Ceylon and Chinese teas enhanced by aromatic oil from the finest bergamot fruit. A classic, copper-red in the cup, especially enjoyable with pastries and cake.

Grüntee Asia Superior Blatt
Grown in fertile Central Asia, this unfermented tea is bright yellow in color with a pleasant, gentle aroma and sweet yet tart notes. Traditionally enjoyed plain.

Pfefferminz Tee
Select, finely-cut peppermint leaves to renew and refresh the entire body. Enjoyment for mind, body, and soul.

Rooibos Vanille
South African rooibos blended with vanilla and vanilla aroma for subtle sweetness and copper infusion. Low tannin content and caffeine-free.

Yogi Tee Himmlischer Gluckstee Bio
An ayurvedic blend opf spices and herbs based on the ancient Indan wisdom of life. It has a pleasant taste and is a benefit for your body, mind and soul. A composition containing cinnamon, ginger, hops, lavender, aniseed, basil, pepper and cardamom. All ingredients are organic. Cheerful placidity is the most beautiful spiritual condition.




Breakfast

If you prefer more time to rest, we will serve the breakfast variety of your choice until we begin our descent from travelling altitude and approach landing.

Entrees

Freshly squeezed Orange Juice

Fresh Fruit

Yogurt, Curd Cream with fresh Fruit and Almonds, Smacks (sic) and Milk

Emmental, Camembert, Rahmbergh Cheese

Parma Ham, smoked Turkey Breast, Tyrolean Bacon

Smoked Atlantic Salmon, Filet of Trout

Scrambled Egg freshly prepared upon you Request
with your Choice of Bacon or Chives

Coffee and Tea

Coffee from the Highlands

Espresso

Cappuccino

Darjeeling

Earl Grey

Yogi Tea

Asia Green Tea

Rooibos Vanilla

Herbal Infusion