Slight digression, but I'm an SE who almost always declines the food. This typically results in my being completely ignored for drinks, snacks etc, even throughout long haul flights. Of course, I could call the FAs and request service, but I've found it easier to just bring my own food. It would though be nice if I could fly YYZ-HKG or YVR-SYD in paid J and be offered a drink without having to ask for one.