Book the Cook is a signature culinary service by Singapore Airlines that allows premium cabin passengers to pre-order main courses from a massive menu of gourmet dishes before their flight.
What Is Book the Cook?
Book the Cook is Singapore Airlines' signature pre-order dining service that lets premium cabin passengers select their main course from an extensive menu of gourmet dishes before boarding. Rather than choosing from a limited in-flight selection, travelers browse dozens of options online and lock in their preferred meal days in advance, guaranteeing availability of that specific dish.
Singapore Airlines launched Book the Cook to differentiate its premium cabin experience at a time when airlines increasingly competed on hard product alone. The service reflects the carrier's broader strategy of treating dining as a defining part of the journey, not an afterthought, and it remains one of the most copied-but-rarely-matched loyalty features in long-haul premium travel.
How It Works
Eligible passengers in First and Business Class order meals through Singapore Airlines' website or manage booking portal, typically between 24 hours and up to several days before departure, depending on route and cabin. The menu spans international and Asian selections, including dishes developed with the airline's International Culinary Panel. Selections vary by route and flight duration, with some services offering 10 or more main course options per cabin per flight. Orders must be submitted before a set cutoff, after which standard onboard selections apply.
Where to Find It
Book the Cook is exclusive to Singapore Airlines, available to First and Business Class passengers on eligible long-haul routes operated with widebody aircraft. The service is not available in Premium Economy or Economy, and availability differs by specific city pair and flight schedule. It pairs with Singapore Airlines' broader premium cabin hardware, including the 1-2-1 staggered Business Class configuration introduced in 2018 with 78-inch lie-flat beds.
Traveler Tip
Order early. Popular dishes on high-demand routes can sell out days before departure, so log into your booking as soon as tickets are confirmed. CEOFLIGHTS specialists can help find discounted fares — call (888) 851-6897.
