What types of Emirati dishes are served on Etihad Rail?

The onboard menu includes a contemporary version of Machboos, featuring slow-braised short rib with fragrant spiced rice. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary Ghaf Juice Shots, locally inspired chocolates (Seven Spices, Date & Caramel, Gahwa & Cardamom), and traditional Arabic coffee.

Who created the new Etihad Rail onboard dining menu?

The menu was developed by Capital Catering, the food and drink arm of Adnec Group, in collaboration with award-winning Emirati Chef Maitha Warshaw, aiming to blend modern rail travel with traditional Emirati cooking.

On which Etihad Rail route is the new dining experience available?

The new onboard dining experience is currently offered to passengers travelling on the Etihad Rail route between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.

Are there meal options for different times of day or for children?

Yes, the menu provides breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options tailored to journey times, available for both Comfort and Premium classes. A dedicated children's menu has also been created.

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Infrastructure·13 August 2026

Etihad Rail Unveils Emirati-Inspired Onboard Dining Experience

Etihad Rail has launched a new onboard dining experience featuring Emirati delicacies and locally sourced ingredients for passengers travelling between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.

Etihad Rail has introduced an exclusive onboard dining service, enhancing the passenger experience on its routes between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. Developed by Capital Catering, the food and beverage arm of Adnec Group, the menu aims to celebrate Emirati heritage and hospitality through a culinary journey.

The menu, curated by award-winning Chef Maitha Warshaw, focuses on dishes that blend traditional Emirati cooking with modern presentation. Key offerings include a contemporary version of Machboos, featuring slow-braised short rib with spiced rice. Passengers are also welcomed with a complimentary Ghaf Juice Shot and a selection of local chocolates, alongside traditional Arabic coffee service and various fresh juices and teas.

Designed around the theme 'A Journey Through the Emirates', the selection incorporates ingredients native to the region such as dates, saffron, cardamom, and local honey. The service caters to both Comfort and Premium classes, providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options based on journey times, as well as a dedicated children's menu.

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What types of Emirati dishes are served on Etihad Rail?: The onboard menu includes a contemporary version of Machboos, featuring slow-braised short rib with fragrant spiced rice. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary Ghaf Juice Shots, locally inspired chocolates (Seven Spices, Date & Caramel, Gahwa & Cardamom), and traditional Arabic coffee.
Who created the new Etihad Rail onboard dining menu?: The menu was developed by Capital Catering, the food and drink arm of Adnec Group, in collaboration with award-winning Emirati Chef Maitha Warshaw, aiming to blend modern rail travel with traditional Emirati cooking.
On which Etihad Rail route is the new dining experience available?: The new onboard dining experience is currently offered to passengers travelling on the Etihad Rail route between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.
Are there meal options for different times of day or for children?: Yes, the menu provides breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options tailored to journey times, available for both Comfort and Premium classes. A dedicated children's menu has also been created.

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