FAQ: Air Canada New meal offerings for International Business Class Customers
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"Older" AC877 menu for comparison
Here is a menu from a couple months ago on a flight AC877... just for comparison purposes...
09-FRA/MUC-JHM9W-JMSNW-JCST 03/15 211C001-3
APPETIZER
*Gravlax and marinated prawn with macadamia oil infused sweet potato salad
SALAD
*Mixed greens with sun-dried tomato, chives and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
MAIN COURSES
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
Herb crusted beef fillet offered with thyme sauce, potato wedges, green beans and mixed bell peppers
Thai chicken curry accompanied by jasmine scented rice, bok choy and carrots
*Cod fillet presented witih basil oil, pearl barley and bell pepper risotto, sugar snaps and tomato concassé
Ricotta and asparagus pasta served with pumpkin cream sauce, asparagus and Parmesan
SELECTION OF CHEESE
Emmental, pepper-infused Brie and Bergader served with crackers
CHOiCE OF DESSERTS
Belgian chocolate, vanilla and espresso ice cream
*Fresh seasonal fruit
Flexible Meal Option
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
A selection of packaged snacks is always available in our galley.
Light meal
A meal will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Please let us know if you prefer to eat at an earlier time.
Chilled plate featuring country cured ham with tomato and mozzarella salad and green pesto
*Fresh orange segments
Chocolates
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.
Below I am only listing the labels... none of the descriptive commentary.
Wine list
CHAMPAGNE
Champagne Drappier, Carte d'Or Brut, Reims, France
WHITE WINES
Lunaris Pinot Grigio, San Juan, Argentina
Matua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
RED WINES
Paso a Paso, Tempranillo, La Mancha, Spain
La Ferme du Mont, Côtes du Rhône, France
Ranch 32, Vintner's Reserve Meritage, Monterey California
PORT
Dow's Port, Portual
09-FRA/MUC-JHM9W-JMSNW-JCST 03/15 211C001-3
APPETIZER
*Gravlax and marinated prawn with macadamia oil infused sweet potato salad
SALAD
*Mixed greens with sun-dried tomato, chives and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
MAIN COURSES
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
Herb crusted beef fillet offered with thyme sauce, potato wedges, green beans and mixed bell peppers
Thai chicken curry accompanied by jasmine scented rice, bok choy and carrots
*Cod fillet presented witih basil oil, pearl barley and bell pepper risotto, sugar snaps and tomato concassé
Ricotta and asparagus pasta served with pumpkin cream sauce, asparagus and Parmesan
SELECTION OF CHEESE
Emmental, pepper-infused Brie and Bergader served with crackers
CHOiCE OF DESSERTS
Belgian chocolate, vanilla and espresso ice cream
*Fresh seasonal fruit
Flexible Meal Option
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
A selection of packaged snacks is always available in our galley.
Light meal
A meal will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Please let us know if you prefer to eat at an earlier time.
Chilled plate featuring country cured ham with tomato and mozzarella salad and green pesto
*Fresh orange segments
Chocolates
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.
Below I am only listing the labels... none of the descriptive commentary.
Wine list
CHAMPAGNE
Champagne Drappier, Carte d'Or Brut, Reims, France
WHITE WINES
Lunaris Pinot Grigio, San Juan, Argentina
Matua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
RED WINES
Paso a Paso, Tempranillo, La Mancha, Spain
La Ferme du Mont, Côtes du Rhône, France
Ranch 32, Vintner's Reserve Meritage, Monterey California
PORT
Dow's Port, Portual
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Hey thanks yyznomad.
These menu items look quite appealing and it would be nice to be able to try them out.
I understand the challenge for AC is that they offer at least one Asian meal choice along with the regular and as I've shown way upthread, I have enjoyed better appetizers and meals on previous flights.
I also noted (with photo) that I really enjoyed the Paso red, but now the new wine choices are served.
When I boarded AC3, someone had left behind the menus from the inbound ICN flight. Those also looked quite appealing.
(if I get bored, I can always break into my Japanese Green Tea Kit Kat bar )
These menu items look quite appealing and it would be nice to be able to try them out.
I understand the challenge for AC is that they offer at least one Asian meal choice along with the regular and as I've shown way upthread, I have enjoyed better appetizers and meals on previous flights.
I also noted (with photo) that I really enjoyed the Paso red, but now the new wine choices are served.
When I boarded AC3, someone had left behind the menus from the inbound ICN flight. Those also looked quite appealing.
(if I get bored, I can always break into my Japanese Green Tea Kit Kat bar )
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Hey thanks yyznomad.
These menu items look quite appealing and it would be nice to be able to try them out.
I understand the challenge for AC is that they offer at least one Asian meal choice along with the regular and as I've shown way upthread, I have enjoyed better appetizers and meals on previous flights.
I also noted (with photo) that I really enjoyed the Paso red, but now the new wine choices are served.
When I boarded AC3, someone had left behind the menus from the inbound ICN flight. Those also looked quite appealing.
(if I get bored, I can always break into my Japanese Green Tea Kit Kat bar )
These menu items look quite appealing and it would be nice to be able to try them out.
I understand the challenge for AC is that they offer at least one Asian meal choice along with the regular and as I've shown way upthread, I have enjoyed better appetizers and meals on previous flights.
I also noted (with photo) that I really enjoyed the Paso red, but now the new wine choices are served.
When I boarded AC3, someone had left behind the menus from the inbound ICN flight. Those also looked quite appealing.
(if I get bored, I can always break into my Japanese Green Tea Kit Kat bar )
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As for at least one of the new wines, others upthread have disagreed with my experience with the Old Soul, which is fine. My onboard alcohol consumption is pretty limited anyway - one drink with nuts, sometimes one with dinner, sometimes nothing with anything.
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I found the Asian meal option disappointing.
Although light and filling, I find that it has too many cold dishes/side dishes. I feel like there would be so many different options that could be served as the "asian meal".
I feel like the current version is like a 1000Y bento box served on separate dishes.
That's just my taste though, so take it with a grain of salt. I like a warm comforting meal.
Although light and filling, I find that it has too many cold dishes/side dishes. I feel like there would be so many different options that could be served as the "asian meal".
I feel like the current version is like a 1000Y bento box served on separate dishes.
That's just my taste though, so take it with a grain of salt. I like a warm comforting meal.
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AC001 May 7, 2015 Menu
May 7, 2015
AC001 YYZ NRT FIN 801
260C007-2
20-A-NJHMNGP-NJMSNE-NJHSHE-NJHBN 05/15
Lunch
APPETIZER
* Seared pepper-crusted ahi tuna and marinated prawn on a fennel dill salad with yellow peppers auce
SALAD
* Mixed greens, grape tomatoes and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
MAIN COURSES
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
* Chicken breast complemented by maple thyme chili glaze, sweet potato mash, mushroom medley and fine green beans
* Roasted Atlantic salmon served with a Pinot Grigio sauce, barley risotto and a vegetable medley of zucchini, carrots and asparagus
Grilled Alberta AAA beef tenderloin presented with truffle and porcini sauce, potato au gratin, baby carrots and fine green beans
Japanese meal offered with sake, Composed of an assortment of appetizers, side dishes, pickles, noodles and miso soup, accompanied by a hot main course of grilled black cod, steamed rice and mixed vegetables
SELECTION OF CHEESE
Oka, Camembert and medium Cheddar served with crackers
CHOICE OF DESSERTS
Tuxedo cake with chocolate buttercream
* Fresh seasonal fruit
FLEXIBLE MEAL OPTION
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
Choose one or more of the following light snack options. Simply ask your flight attendant between meal services.
Hot noodle soup with shrimp and pork wontons and gai-lan
Hot snack - Orange ginger chicken skewer
* Healthy option - Crudités with artichoke Asiago dip
Dim sum selection of siu mai, har gau and shrimp and spinach dim sum
Ice cream
A selection of packaged snacks and fresh fruit are always available in our galley.
Brunch
Please note that brunch will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Should you prefer to eat at an earlier time, please inform your flight attendant.
* Fresh orange juice
* Fresh seasonal fruit
* Yogurt
Croissants and blueberry muffins with butter and preserves
MAIN COURSES
Parsley omelette accompanied by cottage cheese, red pepper relish, roasted redskin potatoes and chicken sausage
Japanese-style rice congee with spinach and trefoil stems served with mackerel, stewed beef, fish roll, egg and king mushroom
Stir-fried udon noodles with chicken strips, carrot julienne, shiitake mushroom, onion and siu choy cabbage in a garlic and sesame oil
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.
Below I am only listing the labels... none of the descriptive commentary.
Wine list
CHAMPAGNE
Champagne Drappier, Carte d'Or Brut, Reims, France
WHITE WINES
Giesen Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Quails' Gate Chardonnay, Okanagan Valley, Canada
RED WINES
Old Soul Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA
Les Crčs Ricards Oenothera, Languedoc, France
De Gras Carmenčre, Colchagua Valley, Chile
PORT
Dow's Port, Portugal
AC001 YYZ NRT FIN 801
260C007-2
20-A-NJHMNGP-NJMSNE-NJHSHE-NJHBN 05/15
Lunch
APPETIZER
* Seared pepper-crusted ahi tuna and marinated prawn on a fennel dill salad with yellow peppers auce
SALAD
* Mixed greens, grape tomatoes and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
MAIN COURSES
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
* Chicken breast complemented by maple thyme chili glaze, sweet potato mash, mushroom medley and fine green beans
* Roasted Atlantic salmon served with a Pinot Grigio sauce, barley risotto and a vegetable medley of zucchini, carrots and asparagus
Grilled Alberta AAA beef tenderloin presented with truffle and porcini sauce, potato au gratin, baby carrots and fine green beans
Japanese meal offered with sake, Composed of an assortment of appetizers, side dishes, pickles, noodles and miso soup, accompanied by a hot main course of grilled black cod, steamed rice and mixed vegetables
SELECTION OF CHEESE
Oka, Camembert and medium Cheddar served with crackers
CHOICE OF DESSERTS
Tuxedo cake with chocolate buttercream
* Fresh seasonal fruit
FLEXIBLE MEAL OPTION
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
Choose one or more of the following light snack options. Simply ask your flight attendant between meal services.
Hot noodle soup with shrimp and pork wontons and gai-lan
Hot snack - Orange ginger chicken skewer
* Healthy option - Crudités with artichoke Asiago dip
Dim sum selection of siu mai, har gau and shrimp and spinach dim sum
Ice cream
A selection of packaged snacks and fresh fruit are always available in our galley.
Brunch
Please note that brunch will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Should you prefer to eat at an earlier time, please inform your flight attendant.
* Fresh orange juice
* Fresh seasonal fruit
* Yogurt
Croissants and blueberry muffins with butter and preserves
MAIN COURSES
Parsley omelette accompanied by cottage cheese, red pepper relish, roasted redskin potatoes and chicken sausage
Japanese-style rice congee with spinach and trefoil stems served with mackerel, stewed beef, fish roll, egg and king mushroom
Stir-fried udon noodles with chicken strips, carrot julienne, shiitake mushroom, onion and siu choy cabbage in a garlic and sesame oil
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.
Below I am only listing the labels... none of the descriptive commentary.
Wine list
CHAMPAGNE
Champagne Drappier, Carte d'Or Brut, Reims, France
WHITE WINES
Giesen Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Quails' Gate Chardonnay, Okanagan Valley, Canada
RED WINES
Old Soul Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA
Les Crčs Ricards Oenothera, Languedoc, France
De Gras Carmenčre, Colchagua Valley, Chile
PORT
Dow's Port, Portugal
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I like typing everything out so it is searchable. Plus, unlike you, I hate taking pictures
I tried the chicken main and it was pretty darn good. I was really surprised at the tender juiciness of the chicken (well, I was on a 788, so maybe not *too* surprised )
I actually tried the dessert this time and it was actually good.
Mid-flight I had two occasions where I ordered the hot noodle soup and also had one dim sum dish. Yum! Hit the spot.
Did not eat the brunch as I decided to sleep the last hour or so. (or at least, tried to)
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AC883 CPHYYZ May 18, 2015
(The "warm breads" were rock hard cold and the beef dish was difficult to cut and chew)
26-BTU-JHM9W-JCST 05/15 211C015-1
(this is actually a different (partially same) menu from previous TATL w/b posts I have made)
(look cow, no mushrooms!)
Appetizer
Smoked salmon and halibut with orange fennel salad and rucola vinaigrette
Salad
*Mixed greens with sun-dried tomato, chives and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
Main Courses
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
Beef fillet with crust complemented by soy-infused demi-glace sauce, roasted new potatoes, green beans and carrots
Thai chicken curry accompanied by jasmine scented rice, bok choy and carrots
*Cod fillet with basil oil presented with pearl barley and bell pepper risotto, sugar snaps and tomato conacassé
Eggplant and Scamorza cheese filled pasta served with rocket pesto and Béchamel sauce, cherry tomato and Parmesan
Selection of Cheese
Maredsous, Vieux Bruges and Brie served with crackers
Choice of Desserts
Pear Tart
*Fresh seasonal fruit
Flexible Meal Option
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
A selection of packaged snacks is always available in our galley.
Light meal
A meal will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Please let us know if you prefer to eat at an earlier time.
Chilled plate featuring smoked duck breast and Serrano ham, marinated potato salad, cheese filled cherry pepper and asparagus
*Fresh orange segments
Chocolates
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.
(The "warm breads" were rock hard cold and the beef dish was difficult to cut and chew)
26-BTU-JHM9W-JCST 05/15 211C015-1
(this is actually a different (partially same) menu from previous TATL w/b posts I have made)
(look cow, no mushrooms!)
Appetizer
Smoked salmon and halibut with orange fennel salad and rucola vinaigrette
Salad
*Mixed greens with sun-dried tomato, chives and Parmesan served with balsamic vinaigrette
Main Courses
Each meal is served with a selection of warm breads.
Beef fillet with crust complemented by soy-infused demi-glace sauce, roasted new potatoes, green beans and carrots
Thai chicken curry accompanied by jasmine scented rice, bok choy and carrots
*Cod fillet with basil oil presented with pearl barley and bell pepper risotto, sugar snaps and tomato conacassé
Eggplant and Scamorza cheese filled pasta served with rocket pesto and Béchamel sauce, cherry tomato and Parmesan
Selection of Cheese
Maredsous, Vieux Bruges and Brie served with crackers
Choice of Desserts
Pear Tart
*Fresh seasonal fruit
Flexible Meal Option
As a quick or flexible option, enjoy on of the featured main courses served with warm bread, mixed greens, cheese, crackers and fruit - presented all at once shortly after take-off or at any time during the flight.
At your leisure
A selection of packaged snacks is always available in our galley.
Light meal
A meal will be served approximately 90 minutes prior to arrival. Please let us know if you prefer to eat at an earlier time.
Chilled plate featuring smoked duck breast and Serrano ham, marinated potato salad, cheese filled cherry pepper and asparagus
*Fresh orange segments
Chocolates
*Air Canada NutriCuisine
We apologize should your preferred choice not be available today. We cannot guarantee any food items served onboard to be allergen free.