<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by fraisse10:
Travelling 1st class Lille - Poitiers in early April. Any tips on the catering, service; anything else that would help the planning or smooth the trip? Grateful for any tips and advice.</font>
Don't expect too much from the meal you are going to be served... Best you buy yourself some nice sandwiches before boarding or just wait till you get to your destination to enjoy a nice meal in one of the restaurants.
This train ride is no major expedition. Just have you ticket ready, don't bring too much luggage aboard and get there plenty of time ahead. Depending at what time your train leaves, you might find a passenger already seated at your place as they are known to make mistakes with reservations.
Otherwise just enjoy yourself.