I've just spent a week in the UAE. The purpose of the trip (not that hoildays need a purpose mind you) was to visit one of my bffs who has been a part of my life since childhood and who I seem to follow around the world (love you Franj!). Oh and this also happened (!!!!!!) but more on that later.
This was one of the most fun holidays I've ever been on so over the next few posts, I'll be bringing you guys the highlights.
First
time out in the Middle East, we thought we'd do it in style. We used
her husband's employee discount to score ourselves some mega business
class tickets. Here's how that went down.
My
compadre and I took our seats and graciously accepted our delicious
welcome glass of Lanson champagne. Comfortable isn't quite a strong
enough word to describe the sheer joy this brought after a frazzled
journey in.
Shortly after takeoff, we were handed menus and asked to select our meals. 3 courses y'all! With real cutlery and everything!
I
went for the Sea Bass with a Salmon Terrine starter and Kat chose the
Mezze platter with the Beef Cheeks for her main. We also got to pick
some wine to go start us off which thoughtfully arrived with a side of
nuts, warmed through just because.
And then they arrived. Now we've all seen economy airplane food. Well, feast your eyes.
Our starters...
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| Salmon Terrine with Avocado, Lime Scented Cream, and Dressing |
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Our Mains...
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| Grilled Sea Bass with sauteed vegetables, roast potatoes, and lemon butter |
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| Braised Beef Cheeks with steamed baby carrots and mashed potatoes |
All
the dishes were yummier than any plane food I've ever had. And of
course, the wine never stopped flowing pretty much throughout.
We were so stuffed and so content and slightly boozy that I fell asleep pretty much instantly. Didn't help that the cabin ceiling had stars...
We were so stuffed and so content and slightly boozy that I fell asleep pretty much instantly. Didn't help that the cabin ceiling had stars...
Because
I'm so clever, I forgot that my seat reclined all the way into a bed so
woke up still sitting upright economy style. Kat found it HILARIOUS. I
did not.
The seats were soooo comfortable and even had massage capabilities.
Anyway,
after waking up and trawling through the movie selection, we started to
get a bit peckish...as you do when there is no limit to your access to food or
drink.
I
got some (surprisingly good) coffee and a warm baked cookie and an
equally warm madeleine and proceeded to get some editing done.
You can watch the finished product here! :)
I was so relaxed and so comfortable that even an extensive patch of turbulence did nothing for my zen-like state.
Awesome flight with excellent company!
And then we arrived...
xx