TAP Air Portugal continues to redefine luxury inflight dining by partnering with Lisbon’s acclaimed two-Michelin-starred chef, Henrique Sá Pessoa, to present Executive Class guests with an authentic taste of Portugal at altitude.
Through the innovative TAP Local Stars Project—curated in collaboration with The Art of Tasting Portugal—TAP celebrates the nation’s rich culinary landscape by inviting a dozen of Portugal’s most renowned chefs, each representing a distinct region and culinary heritage, to craft exclusive menus for the airline’s Business Class service.
Every chef in this initiative curates a bespoke menu highlighting the finest ingredients from their home regions, ensuring each course is a showcase of local flavors and sophistication. With twelve chefs contributing, passengers can anticipate a rotating selection of distinctive menus, each featuring a signature dish inspired by regional traditions.
Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa, famed for his Alma restaurant in Lisbon and the celebrated JOIA in London’s Battersea Power Station, introduces grouper as his hero ingredient. This classic Portuguese favorite is now featured as the centerpiece on all long-haul Executive Class flights, delivering a refined take on a national staple. Our recent experience confirms that these dishes are as visually stunning as they are flavorful, with every element meticulously plated and paired with premium Portuguese wines.
For culinary enthusiasts eager to recreate Chef Henrique’s signature grouper dish at home, a full recipe and preparation guide are available on the official TAP Air Portugal website.
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If you’re fluent in Portuguese, watch Chef Henrique’s step-by-step video to master his signature grouper creation:
