Originally Posted by
TennisNoob
Nope, an UA FA once explained both options aren't good when asked which one is better. Obviously he didn't say it directly but he hinted wrongs on each meal and said it's airplane food. We did speak the same language so no one understood nearby.
NH FA's really do suggest the Japanese meal and like I said it's the right choice. Obviously if I say no they won't be
but you don't get the same response. This is the same concept on all F experiences I've had with KE/OZ/LH/NH/CA.
Even worse if UA recommends neither. Poor.
NH FAs really do not suggest one over the other unless asked "What would you order?" which is a loaded question anyway. Training is given to assist the pax to be pleased not tell them what to do. You get identical responses of impeccable politeness when requesting either.
I always conduct this in Japanese though and am a aware of the nuances of the language and the expressions that accompany English being spoken by the native Japanese speaking FAs.
KE, OZ, CA I would believe it. In fact I saw what you describe for myself on CX. But when flying Japanese quality you get top service.