Jan 2, 2019, 10:54 am
Last edit by: JDiver
Introduction
Welcome to the 2019 version of the combined AA meals thread, focusing on international. To help give us a clear picture of your experience, remember to include routes, times, meal designation (breakfast/lunch/dinner/snack/refreshments/none), and if you want, seat number. Photos are welcome and very helpful. Those are guidelines, but of course, the format/style is all yours. Of course, discussion of improvements and/or cutbacks, questions, and thoughts are also welcome.
Format Sample
This is a format you can use when introducing your meal report. This is just a sample format; deviations are expected and are okay. However, if the flight is taken on a 777 in Business, please clearly indicate if you're in 2- or 3-class Business. If you want to see other examples of past formats, check out historical Int'l meal threads - or just post the same way you've always done.
AA2: JFK-LHR: 7pm
Dinner
777 (3-class)
Business Class
(from here, share the menu, experiences and/or photos)
Historical Meal Reports
In the mood to enjoy a throwback? Enjoy reading international meal threads from years past!
Welcome to the 2019 version of the combined AA meals thread, focusing on international. To help give us a clear picture of your experience, remember to include routes, times, meal designation (breakfast/lunch/dinner/snack/refreshments/none), and if you want, seat number. Photos are welcome and very helpful. Those are guidelines, but of course, the format/style is all yours. Of course, discussion of improvements and/or cutbacks, questions, and thoughts are also welcome.
Format Sample
This is a format you can use when introducing your meal report. This is just a sample format; deviations are expected and are okay. However, if the flight is taken on a 777 in Business, please clearly indicate if you're in 2- or 3-class Business. If you want to see other examples of past formats, check out historical Int'l meal threads - or just post the same way you've always done.
AA2: JFK-LHR: 7pm
Dinner
777 (3-class)
Business Class
(from here, share the menu, experiences and/or photos)
Historical Meal Reports
In the mood to enjoy a throwback? Enjoy reading international meal threads from years past!
- 2018 - link
- 2017 - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/amer...l#post27686909
- 2016 - http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...er-thread.html
- 2015 - link
- 2014 - link
- 2013 - link
- 2012 - link
- 2011 - link
- 2010 - link
- 2009 (combined Domestic and International) - link
Combined 2019 AA International Meal / Meals - menu / photos / etc. (master thread)
Nov 17, 2019, 1:56 pm
#301
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1K, AA EXP, Hyatt Glob, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Plat, Total Wine & More Reserve
Posts: 4,524
Had similar menu that has been posted lately on recent JFK-LHR. Went with the Bourbon-Glazed Salmon that was well reviewed up-thread, and I thought it was also very good. Didn't care for the tomato tartar appetizer however.
Nov 17, 2019, 3:29 pm
#302
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Beantown! (BOS)
Programs: AA PtPro (2 MM); Hilton Diamond; Hertz President Cr; DL SkyMiles; UA MileagePlus
Posts: 3,438
Beef Sir-fry or Rotini pasta
I requested an upgrade but as PltPro I am not expecting my upgrade request to clear. DFW-PEK is operated by 788 so only 20 Business Class seats, compare with 30 Business Class seat on 789. On this trip I purchased Premium Economy so wish passengers in Premium Economy has higher priority than passengers in Main Cabin when it comes to upgrade to Business Class. But that is not the case, least not yet...
Nov 19, 2019, 3:35 am
#303
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: WAS/NYC/LON
Programs: AA EXP, HH DIA, Hyatt DIA
Posts: 286
Flying AKL -> LAX and have the following options:
- Roasted Portobello Mushroom
cannellini bean casserole, Café de Paris butter - Chicken Saltimbocca
Parmesan polenta, asparagus, salsa verde - Grilled Beef Filet
duck fat roasted potatoes, sautéed spinach, miso hollandaise - Seared Snapper Fish
Hasselback potato, broccolini, romesco sauce
Nov 19, 2019, 5:26 am
#304
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: DFW
Posts: 8,036
Same menu DFW-LHR last week. I foolishly chose the beef - horribly overcooked and sitting in a soggy mess. Every time I dare to order beef on a flight I swear to never do it again...this time was no exception.
Nov 21, 2019, 11:38 am
#305
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: SoCal to the rest of the world...
Programs: AA EXP with lots of BA. UA 2MM Lifetime Plat - No longer chase hotel loyalty
Posts: 6,699
AA 195 LHR-PHX - C Class - 777-200 - Nov 17th, 2019
Didn't photo the menu or grab the details. The shrimp appetizer was good, the Salmon was not overcooked and all in all an acceptable C class meal.
Nov 27, 2019, 11:41 am
#306
Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Milton Keynes
Programs: BA Gold
Posts: 202
Has anyone tried the Indian vegetable korma? Here’s the menu for AA 731 A333, 7th Dec, LHR-CLT.
LHR to CLT
- Grilled Beef Top Side Steak
- Grilled Beef Top Side Steak
Lunch meals
- Corn Fed Chicken Corn Fed Chicken creamy asparagus risotto, asparagus tips, grilled red bell pepper, pepper cream sauce
- Salmon Filet Salmon Filet
seven grain rice, sautéed spinach, semi dried tomato, truffled hollandaise sauce - Indian Vegetable Korma Indian Vegetable Korma selected for
basmati rice
Nov 28, 2019, 7:31 pm
#307
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: ROA / CLT
Programs: AA Plat, Marriott Life Plat
Posts: 801
That said, it's far from the worst meal I've had on AA this year (AA and I have had a rocky time with in-flight meals in 2019) and I'd definitely choose this korma over the Asian vegetarian special meal I had last month.
Nov 28, 2019, 7:54 pm
#308
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: ROA / CLT
Programs: AA Plat, Marriott Life Plat
Posts: 801
I've gotten rather used to finding a vegetarian option on the standard AA in-flight menus (one that's usually better than the special meals), and thus I was rather surprised to find those missing on my flights to and from LHR in C last week. My morning flight from ORD to LHR didn't have any vegetarian choices for the main entrée, and the return flight from LHR to DFW didn't have such a choice for the pre-arrival meal. Granted, the niçoise salad on the second flight had the tuna on the side so it could be eaten without, but what remained was pretty meager.
I appreciate that they may need to make such a change if there isn't enough demand, though it seems contrary to the trends toward more people eating at least some vegetarian and plant-based meals. It's also a bit personally disappointing as having those options available has been a reason for me to choose AA for my transatlantic flights for a number of years.
I appreciate that they may need to make such a change if there isn't enough demand, though it seems contrary to the trends toward more people eating at least some vegetarian and plant-based meals. It's also a bit personally disappointing as having those options available has been a reason for me to choose AA for my transatlantic flights for a number of years.
Dec 2, 2019, 1:12 pm
#309
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Durham, NC (RDU/GSO/CLT)
Programs: AA EXP/MM, DL GM, UA Platinum, HH DIA, Hyatt Explorist, IHG Platinum, Marriott Titanium, Hertz PC
Posts: 33,857
AA 68 MIA-MAD 1600-0630 777-200
PDB of champagne, water or OJ
Appetizer was good, wish AA would get some better salad dressings or ideally a choice of them
Steak was awful, overcooked and tasteless. Sides were good at least especially the potato
They were nice enough to allow me to try the pumpkin cheesecake (very good) and the cheese plate (pretty lame)
Overall a semi-decent meal, awful crew though.
PDB of champagne, water or OJ
Appetizer was good, wish AA would get some better salad dressings or ideally a choice of them
Steak was awful, overcooked and tasteless. Sides were good at least especially the potato
They were nice enough to allow me to try the pumpkin cheesecake (very good) and the cheese plate (pretty lame)
Overall a semi-decent meal, awful crew though.
Dec 5, 2019, 2:58 pm
#310
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 74
CLT-MUC
Upcoming CLT-MUC flight with my SO and I. Recommendations? Anyone tried the new James Beard rotolo pasta?
Braised Short Rib: potato gratin, morel jus, roasted sweet potato, asparagus.
Seared Red Snapper: white wine risotto, lemon beurre blanc, glazed sugar snaps, pepper medley
BBQ Chicken Breast: hatch chile mac and cheese, BBQ, fried spinach
James Beard Foundation and Chef Sarah Grueneberg: spinach and ricotta rotolo pasta served with pomodoro sauce, basil pesto and pine nuts.
Braised Short Rib: potato gratin, morel jus, roasted sweet potato, asparagus.
Seared Red Snapper: white wine risotto, lemon beurre blanc, glazed sugar snaps, pepper medley
BBQ Chicken Breast: hatch chile mac and cheese, BBQ, fried spinach
James Beard Foundation and Chef Sarah Grueneberg: spinach and ricotta rotolo pasta served with pomodoro sauce, basil pesto and pine nuts.
Dec 6, 2019, 10:38 am
#311
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: dallas/london
Programs: aadvantage plt/2mm; Southwest A-pref'd; VA Gold; SPG PLT
Posts: 108
Curious if anyone still picks special meals, they used to be really good. But I heard they switched out for a cheaper product in April of this year.
(I have this same menu for a flight from Dallas to London in business. My last several flights were Air France and I think I've been spoiled. Not looking forward to this.)
(I have this same menu for a flight from Dallas to London in business. My last several flights were Air France and I think I've been spoiled. Not looking forward to this.)
Dec 6, 2019, 12:47 pm
#312
Moderator: Travel Safety/Security, Travel Tools, California, Los Angeles; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: LAX
Programs: oneword Emerald
Posts: 20,647
An Inside Look At American Airlines’ Incredible New Food
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Chef Sarah is an award-winning Top Chef alumnus with her own restaurant in Chicago. Called “Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio”, this eatery is known for some outstanding Italian food created by James Beard Award winner, Sarah Grueneberg.
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The Spinach and Ricotta Rotolo pasta with Pomodoro sauce, basil pesto, and pine nuts was elegantly plated. And, after one bite, I was hooked. Between this dish and the ravioli, I would say that the Rotolo offered a little more texture variation thanks to the pine nuts and also looked more appealing. Needless to say, I enjoyed this dish quite a bit.
Chef Sarah is an award-winning Top Chef alumnus with her own restaurant in Chicago. Called “Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio”, this eatery is known for some outstanding Italian food created by James Beard Award winner, Sarah Grueneberg.
***
The Spinach and Ricotta Rotolo pasta with Pomodoro sauce, basil pesto, and pine nuts was elegantly plated. And, after one bite, I was hooked. Between this dish and the ravioli, I would say that the Rotolo offered a little more texture variation thanks to the pine nuts and also looked more appealing. Needless to say, I enjoyed this dish quite a bit.
Dec 6, 2019, 4:20 pm
#313
Join Date: May 2006
Location: dfw
Programs: AA Plat/2 MM, Marriott Titanium, Admirals Club, Hilton Silver, Priority Club Platinum
Posts: 148
We have the same choices going to LHR from DFW. I had the red snapper on a flight to Madrid and wasn't that impressed. It seem to be kind of soggy. I usually try for the fish but i don't think I will choose it this time.
So I am looking for input on this menu too.
So I am looking for input on this menu too.
Dec 7, 2019, 3:02 am
#314
Suspended
Join Date: May 2013
Location: NYC
Programs: DL Diamond, AAdvantage EXP, Hyatt Explorist, HHonors Diamond, Avis First
Posts: 7,344
Fish on a plane 🤢
Dec 8, 2019, 12:11 am
#315
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: SNA
Programs: AA EXP, UA 1K (until it expires then never again), *wood Plat, Marriott Gold
Posts: 9,239
No personal experience, however here is a review from Simple flying: