The following menu is from an April 1980 flight between Denver and Tampa, Florida. Try and find service anywhere near this nice on a Denver to East Coast flight these days. . .
C O N T I N E N T A L . A I R L I N E S
The Proud Bird With The Golden Tail
GOLDEN JET SERVICE
Denver to Tampa
DINNER
To Begin
Ripe avocado with curried crab stuffing. Lemon garnish
OUR SALAD TODAY
Proud Bird Salad – Served From The Cart
A delightful combination of fresh salad greens and watercress, mixed with mushrooms, heart of palm and cherry tomatoes, enhanced by Continental’s own Javanese dressing
Assorted Crackers
ENTRÉE SELECTIONS
Roast Sirloin of Beef
Selected from choice beef; cooked and carved to your liking, served with Bordelaise Sauce
Roast Duck Grand Marnier
Chosen specially from this season’s finest. Roasted ‘til golden brown and served with a rich Grand Marnier sauce
Accompanied by Garden Fresh Vegetables in Season
Potpourri of Seafood
Served in a crock, you will enjoy tender deep sea scallops, chunks of Pacific lobster and chopped clams all swirled in a rich cream sauce
Assorted Breads
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DESSERT TREATS
Served From The Cart
Hot Apple Pie
Cheese Board and Biscuits
Fresh Fruit Basket