The Tren Maya has unveiled its plans for a dining car, named Janal, and with it, its own brand of beer, which will be served on all of the railway’s routes. The date the beer will be available has not yet been announced. However, several samples were served to representatives of the Peninsula’s food and hotel industries during a preview trip between the Mérida Teya and Izamal stations.
Official social media accounts have clarified that Janal Beer is a collaboration with Cerveza Ceiba, a Yucatecan company that has been producing craft beer since 2012. Tren Maya Beer will come in three varieties: light, amber, and dark.
It is unclear if the Tren Maya beer will be served exclusively aboard the Janal Car or if it will be for purchase on any train car or in retail stores
But, as with much news regarding the Tren Maya, the official opening of the restaurant car Janal, its menu, and opening hours have not been disclosed. The restaurant car’s concept, according to a Tren Maya press statement, was inspired by the work of modernist Luis Barragán, a Mexican architect passionate about aesthetics and nature. His style is a global architectural reference. This model features comfortable spaces designed for enjoying regional cuisine.
Since the Tren Maya began operations, passengers have complained about the lack of meal options on board and the quality of the food. To make matters worse, on some routes, Tren Maya officials have denied passengers the ability to bring their own food aboard, even if it’s something as simple as a sandwich purchased at Tren Maya stations.
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