Most UA FAs didn't even follow the official meal policy on old UA anyway. Official policy was ask for first and second choice, figure it out in the galley by status, and then advise people not getting first choice. Most just bobbled around the cabin and checked off meals since it was easier (and an older protocol).

Regarding this poster's experience, this was inappropriate and should be written in. Unless the FA was super cool and skipped the Smisek video or something, this nuttiness is ridiculous.