2012 Let's Eat - International First, BusinessFirst, & Business Class
May 3, 2012, 6:40 pm
#152
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May 4, 2012, 12:15 pm
#153
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I'm flying EWR to Nassau and got my first ever CPU. Hooray! (It's tough being a SFO-based 1P.)
My itinerary says I'm going to get a "Snack". That can't be right, can it? It's over a thousand miles, takes off at 11am and lands at 3pm, an interval otherwise known as "lunchtime". Is my itinerary wrong, or should I fill up on pretzels before departure?
Also: this is an international flight so supposedly I'm in "United Business", but it's a 737-800 so I should basically expect the same cabin and service I'd get in domestic first, right?
My itinerary says I'm going to get a "Snack". That can't be right, can it? It's over a thousand miles, takes off at 11am and lands at 3pm, an interval otherwise known as "lunchtime". Is my itinerary wrong, or should I fill up on pretzels before departure?
Also: this is an international flight so supposedly I'm in "United Business", but it's a 737-800 so I should basically expect the same cabin and service I'd get in domestic first, right?
May 6, 2012, 11:15 am
#154
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It is United Business in name only (except you should have access to the lounge) but service is pure domestic FC...
I'm flying EWR to Nassau and got my first ever CPU. Hooray! (It's tough being a SFO-based 1P.)
My itinerary says I'm going to get a "Snack". That can't be right, can it? It's over a thousand miles, takes off at 11am and lands at 3pm, an interval otherwise known as "lunchtime". Is my itinerary wrong, or should I fill up on pretzels before departure?
Also: this is an international flight so supposedly I'm in "United Business", but it's a 737-800 so I should basically expect the same cabin and service I'd get in domestic first, right?
My itinerary says I'm going to get a "Snack". That can't be right, can it? It's over a thousand miles, takes off at 11am and lands at 3pm, an interval otherwise known as "lunchtime". Is my itinerary wrong, or should I fill up on pretzels before departure?
Also: this is an international flight so supposedly I'm in "United Business", but it's a 737-800 so I should basically expect the same cabin and service I'd get in domestic first, right?
May 10, 2012, 9:46 am
#155
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Meal Service on UA's ORD-HKG Flights in Y or C?
Flying out of O'Hare to Hong Kong next month on UA. Flight leaves around 1:30 PM and gets on to HK at 6PM the next day. Flight info only shows one meal being offered, lunch. Does anyone have experience on this route as to whether they offer another meal(s) other than lunch? Thanks!
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May 10, 2012, 10:57 am
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Well, wherever this thread goes, I assure the OP that even if you're sat back in Economy you'll receive not only lunch but a substantial snack. That said, the portions are small and if I were you I'd stop by someplace like Subway sandwiches and purchase one of their $8.00 foot long sandwiches. That's a small price to pay to allow you to have food available when you want it.
May 10, 2012, 11:18 am
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Welcome to FlyerTalk, flobow! 
As your query is specific to one airline, we'll move this thread over to the United forum. Thanks and hope you have a good trip! /JY1024, TravelBuzz co-moderator
As your query is specific to one airline, we'll move this thread over to the United forum. Thanks and hope you have a good trip!
/JY1024, TravelBuzz co-moderator
May 10, 2012, 11:21 am
#158
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If your in Business, you'll get a meal shortly after take off, then prior to landing a breakfast (most of the cabin will be waking up even though its 4pm at that point in HK) and there are snack baskets you can pick from.
May 10, 2012, 11:23 am
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Flying out of O'Hare to Hong Kong next month on UA. Flight leaves around 1:30 PM and gets on to HK at 6PM the next day. Flight info only shows one meal being offered, lunch. Does anyone have experience on this route as to whether they offer another meal(s) other than lunch? Thanks!
May 10, 2012, 11:25 am
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Well, wherever this thread goes, I assure the OP that even if you're sat back in Economy you'll receive not only lunch but a substantial snack. That said, the portions are small and if I were you I'd stop by someplace like Subway sandwiches and purchase one of their $8.00 foot long sandwiches. That's a small price to pay to allow you to have food available when you want it.
May 10, 2012, 11:36 am
#161
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Well, wherever this thread goes, I assure the OP that even if you're sat back in Economy you'll receive not only lunch but a substantial snack. That said, the portions are small and if I were you I'd stop by someplace like Subway sandwiches and purchase one of their $8.00 foot long sandwiches. That's a small price to pay to allow you to have food available when you want it.
May 12, 2012, 4:41 pm
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ORD-PVG Business 777 6A
PDB of choice, went with champagne.
Menu offered and order taken before pushback by Purser. Very very very good flight crew, can't say enough good about them!
Drinks were constantly refilled always with a smile and even was referred to a few times by Mr. Nevansm! Appetizers were served on tray from cart. All in all, a great great crew. Hopefully my flight back is just as good!
Menu:
Lunch
To Begin
Chilled Appetizer
Grill shrimp brochette with mango and tomato relish
Fresh Seasonal Greens
Tomatoes, Kalamata olives and Parmesan cheese with your choice of Parmesan-pepper dressing or roasted garlic red wine vinaigrette
Main Course
Grilled Filet Mignon
Roasted garlic and herd compound butter, garlic red skin mashed potatoes and grilled aspargus
Honey sate-spiced breast of chicken
Spice sauce, jasmine rice with chives and sautéed vegetable medley
Stir-fried shcrimp and scallops
Garlic-oyster sauce, braised egg noodles and baby bok choy
If you prefer more time to work or relax, ask your flight attendant about our expedited dining service. At your request, we will present you main meal followed by dessert based on your schedule.
To Finish
International Cheese Selection
Le Cabrie and San Joaquin Gold
Grapes and crackers served with Noval Fine Ruby Port
Dessert
Ice cream
Mid-Flight Snack
Assorted Sandwiches
Tomato, mozzarella and basil with basil aioli on a ciabatta roll
Roast beef and cheddar cheese with horseradish spread
Prior to Arrival
Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya
Basmati rice
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Selection and Yogurt
Wine List
Champagne
Paul Dangin Brut NVm Champagne
or
de Venoge Cordon Bleu Brut Select NV
White Wine
Michel Lynch Sauvigon Blanc 2010, Bordeaux
or
Chateau St. Jean Carneros Chardonnay 2010
Red Wine
Matiz Roble
Kenwood Vineyards Yulupa Merlot 2008
or
Cosentino The Cab 2009
PDB of choice, went with champagne.
Menu offered and order taken before pushback by Purser. Very very very good flight crew, can't say enough good about them!
Drinks were constantly refilled always with a smile and even was referred to a few times by Mr. Nevansm! Appetizers were served on tray from cart. All in all, a great great crew. Hopefully my flight back is just as good!
Menu:
Lunch
To Begin
Chilled Appetizer
Grill shrimp brochette with mango and tomato relish
Fresh Seasonal Greens
Tomatoes, Kalamata olives and Parmesan cheese with your choice of Parmesan-pepper dressing or roasted garlic red wine vinaigrette
Main Course
Grilled Filet Mignon
Roasted garlic and herd compound butter, garlic red skin mashed potatoes and grilled aspargus
Honey sate-spiced breast of chicken
Spice sauce, jasmine rice with chives and sautéed vegetable medley
Stir-fried shcrimp and scallops
Garlic-oyster sauce, braised egg noodles and baby bok choy
If you prefer more time to work or relax, ask your flight attendant about our expedited dining service. At your request, we will present you main meal followed by dessert based on your schedule.
To Finish
International Cheese Selection
Le Cabrie and San Joaquin Gold
Grapes and crackers served with Noval Fine Ruby Port
Dessert
Ice cream
Mid-Flight Snack
Assorted Sandwiches
Tomato, mozzarella and basil with basil aioli on a ciabatta roll
Roast beef and cheddar cheese with horseradish spread
Prior to Arrival
Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya
Basmati rice
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Selection and Yogurt
Wine List
Champagne
Paul Dangin Brut NVm Champagne
or
de Venoge Cordon Bleu Brut Select NV
White Wine
Michel Lynch Sauvigon Blanc 2010, Bordeaux
or
Chateau St. Jean Carneros Chardonnay 2010
Red Wine
Matiz Roble
Kenwood Vineyards Yulupa Merlot 2008
or
Cosentino The Cab 2009
May 13, 2012, 9:52 am
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May 13, 2012, 5:48 pm
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May 14, 2012, 6:57 am
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