Eugeni Quitllet Air France Kids Meals

Hey, wanna hear about something totally unexpected? Like, Michelin-star-chef-unexpected-but-for-kids? Okay, here goes!

So, you know Air France, right? Fancy airline, croissants probably taste like they're air-dropped from heaven… Well, they've seriously upped their kids' meal game. Like, seriously.

Wait, What? Designer Kids' Meals?

Yeah, I know! My jaw dropped too. They've teamed up with Eugeni Quitllet, a designer. And not just any designer. This guy's worked with Philippe Starck! (I know, name-dropping, sorry, I just had to.) Basically, he designs things. Beautiful, swanky things. Things that probably cost more than my entire wardrobe.

But… why kids' meals? I mean, let's be real, most airline food, even for adults, is… well, let's just say it’s not winning any culinary awards. So, kids' meals? Usually, a sugary, beige-colored adventure, right?

Apparently, Air France wanted to ditch the beige. And the sugar? Hopefully. They're aiming for healthy and appealing. Ambitious, I know!

The Quitllet Touch: Not Just Food, but an Experience

Okay, so Quitllet didn't just redesign the food itself (although, I’m sure he consulted with actual chefs, hopefully not just microwaving experts). He redesigned the whole experience. The packaging, the presentation… all designed to make kids (and secretly, let's be honest, the adults too) go "Ooh! Aah!"

Think vibrant colors. Fun shapes. And reusable elements, which is a HUGE plus, right? I mean, anything to avoid more plastic waste ending up in the ocean, right?

Apparently, the meals are served in these cool little boxes that kids can actually keep and use afterward. Like, a mini treasure chest of airline-approved (hopefully) snacks and goodies. Talk about upcycling! My inner environmentalist is doing a little happy dance.

What's on the Menu? (Hold on to Your Hats…)

Okay, specifics are still a bit hush-hush, but sources say we're talking about things like… are you ready for this?… seasonal fruits and vegetables. Actual food, not just processed… stuff. Whoa.

Apparently, they're also trying to sneak in (sorry, strategically incorporate) more protein and fiber. Sneaky, but I approve! Anything to keep those little energy bombs from bouncing off the walls of the cabin at 30,000 feet, right?

And, of course, they're catering to picky eaters (because, let’s be honest, aren’t all kids picky eaters sometimes?). I'm guessing there will be some kid-friendly classics with a healthier twist. Maybe mac and cheese with hidden vegetables? Chicken nuggets that aren’t pureed cardboard? One can only hope.

Is it Worth the Hype?

That's the million-dollar (or rather, million-Air-France-points) question, isn't it? Will these designer kids' meals actually make a difference?

I think it's a brilliant idea. It shows that Air France is taking its younger passengers (and their parents) seriously. And who knows, maybe these meals will inspire a whole new generation of foodies… or at least, prevent a few mid-flight meltdowns. That alone is worth a round of applause, right?

Plus, it's just… cool! Designer kids' meals on an airplane? I mean, come on! It’s the kind of thing you tell your friends about over coffee (like we’re doing now!).

So, next time you're booking flights for the family, maybe consider Air France. Just for the kids' meals. Okay, maybe for the legroom and the in-flight entertainment too. But mostly for the kids' meals. Because, let's face it, a happy kid is a happy flight. And maybe, just maybe, a happy adult too.

Bon appétit, little jet setters! And happy travels!