At the heart of this collaboration is a carefully crafted chocolate experience designed to elevate every cabin. In Business Class, guests are treated to a bespoke flavour pairing of Christmas Island sea salt and roasted cacao nibs, thoughtfully created to complement the airline’s premium menu. Meanwhile, Economy Class passengers enjoy a rich 55% dark chocolate tile, ensuring that every traveller, no matter where they sit, experiences the depth and quality of locally crafted Fijian cacao. This attention to detail reflects Fiji Airways’ commitment to delivering excellence and innovation at 30,000 feet.
Fijiana Cacao’s story is one of global expertise meeting local authenticity. Founder Tomohito Zukoshi trained in Switzerland, a country celebrated worldwide for its chocolate-making heritage. He brings Swiss precision in tempering, roasting, and flavour development to Fiji’s wild-grown cacao, creating chocolate that is both internationally refined and deeply rooted in its Pacific origins. The result is a product that embodies craftsmanship, passion, and a distinct sense of place.
Beyond exceptional flavour, Fijiana Cacao represents a powerful commitment to community and sustainability. The company employs a fully local Fijian team and sources wild cacao directly from farmers across the islands, with the entire production process taking place in Fiji. This true “pod to bar” operation supports rural communities and strengthens Fiji’s reputation as a source of premium products. As Tomohito explains, the journey from cacao pod to finished chocolate happens entirely in Fiji, carrying happiness from the tree to every guest. Through the Meet the Makers campaign, Fiji Airways proudly shares this journey with the world, celebrating the people and stories that bring warmth, flavour, and belonging to every flight.
