The biggest highlight of the year 2016 was our family trip to Japan and Hong Kong. Can you imagine coordinating 10 family members for a 4 day trip in Tokyo and then another 7 days in Hong Kong?! For some of us, it was our very first time to Japan (*cough* me *cough*), so it was natural to jam-pack EVERYTHING that we wanted to see, eat, buy and do all within those 4 short days.
For me, the eating part was the most important aspect of the trip. Sure, sightseeing and shopping was something a first-time tourist like me would want to do too, but I was excited to experience their cuisine, their culture, and the Japanese's dedication towards excelling their food.
Even their airline food is one-step above other airline carriers. We flew on All Nippon Airways (ANA) which I was very excited about. Not because of their great service, but because many years ago I watched a Japanese drama, "Good Luck" starring Kimura Takuya, with the storyline about ANA's flight personnel and its premises taking place at ANA's facilities. I just sort of developed an affinity with this airline LOL... Anyway, I digress...
During our flight to Tokyo, we were served one hot meal and one breakfast box. In between, we were also provided with liquid refreshments and rice crackers.
Miso-grilled Spanish Mackerel with Rice
Beef Hamburger Steak with Onion Sauce and Potatoes
Left: Macaroni salad with a slice of smoked salmon, olive, and lemon wedge
Right: Pickled veggies (carrot, cauliflower, celery) and gherkin
Japanese omelet, simmered daikon radish in soy-based sauce, edamame
After our hot meal, we were served Mario's vanilla gelato cup for dessert!
Beef pastrami sandwich with cheese and tomato, vanilla yogurt, apple slices
Appetizers: Noodles with minced meat and miso sauce, mixed leaves with creamy red French dressing
Entree: Beef short ribs and beef tongue over steamed rice, Japanese omelet, mixed veggies
Dessert: Mango Mousse over Chocolate Cake
Even in economy class, I thought the hot meals were delicious. Aside from the cold breakfast box, all meals displayed homey and warm Japanese flavours. It definitely made the long flight a lot more comfortable!
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