Combined 2017 AA International Meal / Meals - menu / photos / etc. (master thread)
May 8, 2017, 2:39 pm
#196
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Food was very sub-par, especially the brunch, which was not substantive at all for a 14h flight. And only 2 choices, not even an Asian option. Sorry for sounding negative on this forum, but having flown AA, UA, DL longhaul in the last 6 weeks, I found AA the least outstanding in terms of food, catering, and service onboard.
May 8, 2017, 2:46 pm
#197
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I don't understand what part of this causes AA to refer to it as a "brunch" meal. They do the same thing on transcon flights. Nothing I see listed on the menu for "brunch" gives me any reason to think it isn't simply a breakfast. One would expect lunchtime options with a brunch, and AA never offers that.
Not surprising though as it's just more AA lies and meaningless words like "Going for Great".
May 8, 2017, 2:50 pm
#198
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I noticed that most (all?) appetizers on the business class menus lack any protein (e.g. smoked, fish, chicken, air-dried meat). Is this standard?
May 8, 2017, 2:54 pm
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May 8, 2017, 3:05 pm
#200
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Have been flying weekly to Europe for the past 15 months and have never seen protein in the app. Quinoa, on the other hand, has been ubiquitous.
May 8, 2017, 7:10 pm
#201
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ETA: So in 2005 on CDG-JFK it was the trio, and then 2009 MIA-GIG (all 2-class) it was just salmon and herb-marinated shrimp.
May 8, 2017, 7:51 pm
#202
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May 9, 2017, 10:30 am
#203
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Here are our choices for next month's LHR-JFK on the 772; any recommendations? I couldn't find any reference to this menu on the thread. Thanks!
- Vegetable Korma - paneer masala, cauliflower rice with sesame coriander
- King Prawns and Chorizo - saffron basmati rice, sautéed green asparagus tips
- Corn-fed Chicken Breast - porcini and red wine reduction, polenta galettinis, truffled savoy cabbage
- Roasted New Zealand Lamb - pesto alla genovese, squash purée
May 9, 2017, 10:34 am
#204
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We're flying June 5- for now, the husband is going with the chicken, and I'm trying the lamb. Any thoughts from those of you who've had this menu would be much appreciated!
May 10, 2017, 4:15 pm
#205
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Does anyone know if the hub.aa website works anymore?
I used to be able to see AA's options for their rotations, but it has a login screen. Have a few flights later this summer and interested in what AA is offering on DFW-MAD and other European routes.
I used to be able to see AA's options for their rotations, but it has a login screen. Have a few flights later this summer and interested in what AA is offering on DFW-MAD and other European routes.
May 11, 2017, 3:27 pm
#208
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Quinoa Query
Never in my craziest dreams did I ever imagine that this grain would be so versatile and prevalent in the sky. 
Did I sleep through the memo which announced that AA was amassing the world's largest supply of Quinoa, kind of like the Chinese billionaire accused of stockpiling aluminum?
Here's what the offerings are for an upcoming flight to Europe:
1. Tamarind Ginger Filet of Beef, Brussels Sprouts, Basmati Rice.
2. Quinoa and Panko Crusted Prawns, roasted rainbow carrots, zucchini noodles, ginger hibiscus reduction.
3. Fenugreek Herbed Chicken, tomato quinoa rice, haricots verts, tikka masala sauce.
4. Goat Cheese Cornbread Arepa, red wine braised lentils, crumbled goat cheese.
Any suggestions on what entree to order that will pair nicely with a Glenlivet on the rocks? Besides the cheese and grapes.......
Did I sleep through the memo which announced that AA was amassing the world's largest supply of Quinoa, kind of like the Chinese billionaire accused of stockpiling aluminum?
Here's what the offerings are for an upcoming flight to Europe:
1. Tamarind Ginger Filet of Beef, Brussels Sprouts, Basmati Rice.
2. Quinoa and Panko Crusted Prawns, roasted rainbow carrots, zucchini noodles, ginger hibiscus reduction.
3. Fenugreek Herbed Chicken, tomato quinoa rice, haricots verts, tikka masala sauce.
4. Goat Cheese Cornbread Arepa, red wine braised lentils, crumbled goat cheese.
Any suggestions on what entree to order that will pair nicely with a Glenlivet on the rocks? Besides the cheese and grapes.......
May 11, 2017, 3:31 pm
#209
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The chicken dish on that menu is particularly tasty. I've had it a few times and have been happy every time. The prawns have also gotten good reviews in the past, although I've always opted for the chicken out of fear of AA prawns.
I will say though that the appetizer and the salad that come with that menu are not my favorites.
I will say though that the appetizer and the salad that come with that menu are not my favorites.
May 11, 2017, 4:14 pm
#210
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The chicken dish on that menu is particularly tasty. I've had it a few times and have been happy every time. The prawns have also gotten good reviews in the past, although I've always opted for the chicken out of fear of AA prawns.
I will say though that the appetizer and the salad that come with that menu are not my favorites.
I will say though that the appetizer and the salad that come with that menu are not my favorites.