Announced at the seventh annual ceremony in Jamaica on Oct. 14, the win ended Air France’s four-year hold on the title from 2022.
The other contenders included Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines, which also ranked among the world’s top five airlines in Skytrax’s 2026 World Airline Awards.
Vietnam Airlines beat all four to claim the culinary title.
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Bun bo Nam Bo, a Vietnamese beef noodle salad, served in Vietnam Airlines’ business class. Photo courtesy of Vietnam Airlines |
The Vietnamese carrier’s onboard menus feature regional specialties alongside international dishes.
On flights between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, business-class offerings include Hanoi-style grilled pork with rice noodles, Quang-style noodles, and Hoi An’s tall mopaccording to the airline.
On international routes, business-class passengers flying from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City can have Vietnamese phowhile flights between Vietnam and South Korea include bibimbap and bulgogi.
Its economy-class menus also combine Vietnamese and international dishes. Menus vary by travel class, route, season, and aircraft.
By offering regional flavors, Vietnam Airlines also gives international travelers a glimpse into Vietnamese culture, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam said.