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Roundup Of Routes Where Kosher Meals Are Served By North American Airlines - http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/89484

Here's a google docs where people could input their inflight kashrus experience :
http://kshr.us/KosherMeals 


AA KSML availability:

-Most domestic routes where meals are served (in J or F)
-Flights to Europe or Asia in all classes.
-Flights to Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Sao Paulo, Brazil in all classes.
-Flights to Asuncion, Paraguay in all classes.
-Flights to Buenos Aires, Argentina in all classes.
-Flights to Santiago, Chile in all classes.
-Flights to Montevideo, Uruguay in all classes.

UA KSML availability:

-EWR-SFO in J
-EWR-LAX in J
-BOS-SFO in J
-Flights between the US mainland or Guam and Hawaii in J or F.
-Flights to Europe or Asia in all classes.
-Flights to Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Peru in all classes.

Please Include:
Airline:
Class:
Route:
Caterer:
Hechsher:
Flight date:
Meal in pics:
Stogel-Hermolis Scale Score (1-10):

Stogel-Hermolis Scale:
1. Inedible, wouldn't feed to a dog. (Stogel [long-life])
2. Disgusting, would only eat if starving
3. Barely edible, would only eat if very hungry
4. Below average, but would eat if hungry (Stogel [fresh-frozen])
5. Average/typical KSML, would eat if hungry (Borenstein?)
6. Above average KSML (Borenstein?)
7. A good KSML, might even eat if not hungry.
8. A very good KSML
9. An excellent KSML, could pass for something served in a decent restaurant.
10. Top of the line KSML, would be happy eating this at a decent restaurant. (Hermolis)


AirlineRouteClassMeal
BALHR-JFKJDinner
BALHR-PRGJBreakfast
CM           TGU-PTY          J              Lunch
CM           PTY-JK          J              Dinner
CO           EWR-TLV          BF              Dinner
COEWR-TLVBFBreakfast
COHNL-EWRBFDinner
COHNL-EWRBFBreakfast
COIAH-HNLBFLunch
COIAH-HNLBFSnack
LHFRA-VCEJSnack
LXORD-ZRHFDinner
LXZRH-TLVYDinner
SNBRU-VCEJBreakfast
SNTLV-BRUJDinner
SNTLV-BRUJBreakfast
TPJFK-LISYDin/Break
TPLIS-JFKYDinner



United Airlines
USA-Australia routes (economy): Koshair, O-U, Hamotzi, CS.
USA-Sydney  (First): Regal - meat and chicken meals.
Australia-USA routes (economy): Lewis Continental, K-A, Hamotzi, CY.
LH EWR-FRA Y Regal Chicken
LH MUC-EWR Y Sohar Hot meat meal and cold sandwich
LH FRA-VIE C Sohar Cold Meal (fish)
OS VIE TLV C VIE Local Co (hechser Rabbi Schwartz) Hot
US TLV PHL C Hamasbia
UA(CO) EWR-TLV Y Regal Beef meal (2010)
SA JNB-CPT-JNB Y Hot Meal from Joburg Beth Din
MN(BA) JNB-VFA Meal from Joburg Beth Din
SQ JFK-FRA Suites very poor Borenstein meal, labeled business class, chicken, no real dishes, very little food.
EK SYD-AKL  F    Lewis, no hot meal.
NZ AKL-LAX  Y    Gray's deli, fish meal.
TK CPT-IST  J/Y    Norries Caterers - CPT Beth Din - Milk Snack (Sandwich & Muffin CPT-JNB leg) Meat Dinner, Milk breakfast
« Last edited by zow on May 22, 2019, 02:37:01 PM »

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2500 on: June 21, 2020, 08:33:01 AM »
I am trying to figure out why its safe for EWR-TLV while all other flights its deemed unsafe?

Lol.

Was wondering that.

Because they can get away with it. Most (all?) airlines aren't offering special meals so they won't lose business over it.

I guess this is one route that it would cost them to skip the kosher. The sheer volume of complaints would be too much to bear.

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2501 on: June 21, 2020, 09:59:32 AM »
Anyone know of other airlines that have killed KSMLs?
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2502 on: June 25, 2020, 02:59:06 PM »
Anyone know of other airlines that have killed KSMLs?
Bump, any reports of KSMLs of late?
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2503 on: June 25, 2020, 03:11:58 PM »
Bump, any reports of KSMLs of late?
KLM isn't serving.

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2504 on: June 26, 2020, 02:22:13 PM »
@Dan I flew AF this week and they served...

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2505 on: June 28, 2020, 03:52:24 PM »
Reached out to United to perhaps take a second look at reinstating kosher/ special meal service on international routes, and the stock reply wasn't late in coming :

Hi - - - - ,

Thank you for reaching out to us about Kosher special meals on International flights/routes besides flights to Tel Aviv that are still being offered.

To try and further limit potential exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) on board, we're temporarily adjusting our inflight service as of March 29 and will be moving to primarily pre-packaged foods and sealed beverages. Preorder meals and food for purchase will not be available. We're also unable to offer special meals except for Kosher meals on flights to and from Tel Aviv (to/from Newark, Washington Dulles, and San Francisco).


We value your feedback. We're sorry our products didn't or aren't meeting your needs, and your comments are very helpful to us in understanding how to improve your travel experience.

We thank you for your continued loyalty, as a valued Premier 1K customer. We look forward to working toward the suggestions you've mentioned, and to welcoming you aboard your next flight. Take care and keep safe!

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2506 on: July 02, 2020, 08:49:48 PM »
I've been waiting over 5 years with bated breath for someone to say that!
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2507 on: July 09, 2020, 06:32:56 AM »
AC only offering KSML on YYZ-TLV
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2508 on: July 23, 2020, 09:58:09 AM »
Anybody know the status of JetBlue ewr-lax meal situation?

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2509 on: August 03, 2020, 02:55:57 PM »
I called regarding the situation with my flight on the 6 ewr-lax here's the response

Thanks again for choosing JetBlue for your upcoming trip—and for choosing Mint.

As an extra precaution and in adherence with current health guidelines, we’ve made adjustments to our Mint food and beverage service that will minimize the physical transactions and touchpoints between our customers and crewmembers.

Food options will consist of fresh fare from our EatUp® Café menu.
On Breakfast flights (scheduled to depart before 9:30am), options include the Ham & Cheese Croissant and the Cheese and Fruit Plate.
On Lunch/Dinner/Shuteye flights, options include the Turkey Sandwich, the Cheese and Fruit Plate and the Salad Shaker. The Salad Shaker is gluten-free and (if you omit the cheese that is packaged separately) vegan.

We are unable to accommodate special meal requests for this flight. We realize you had requested one, so we wanted to give you a heads-up in case you want to bring something on board. (The Pantry, our communal grab-and-go snack and beverage area, will not be available.)

Beverage options will include red and white wine, and beer. Bottled water will continue to be available at each seat. All glassware and mugs will be replaced with single-use cups. You can find more info about service changes and our response to the coronavirus pandemic on our website.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and look forward to welcoming you on board.

Sincerely,
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2510 on: August 04, 2020, 06:43:15 PM »
No special meals on DL One/First transcon flights. Various snack boxes are available some containing kosher products. The annoying thing is getting OU-D chummus. Seriously people.

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2511 on: August 04, 2020, 07:01:51 PM »
I called regarding the situation with my flight on the 6 ewr-lax here's the response

Thanks again for choosing JetBlue for your upcoming trip—and for choosing Mint.

As an extra precaution and in adherence with current health guidelines, we’ve made adjustments to our Mint food and beverage service that will minimize the physical transactions and touchpoints between our customers and crewmembers.

Food options will consist of fresh fare from our EatUp® Café menu.
On Breakfast flights (scheduled to depart before 9:30am), options include the Ham & Cheese Croissant and the Cheese and Fruit Plate.
On Lunch/Dinner/Shuteye flights, options include the Turkey Sandwich, the Cheese and Fruit Plate and the Salad Shaker. The Salad Shaker is gluten-free and (if you omit the cheese that is packaged separately) vegan.

We are unable to accommodate special meal requests for this flight. We realize you had requested one, so we wanted to give you a heads-up in case you want to bring something on board. (The Pantry, our communal grab-and-go snack and beverage area, will not be available.)

Beverage options will include red and white wine, and beer. Bottled water will continue to be available at each seat. All glassware and mugs will be replaced with single-use cups. You can find more info about service changes and our response to the coronavirus pandemic on our website.

We apologize for any inconvenience, and look forward to welcoming you on board.

Sincerely,
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2512 on: August 04, 2020, 08:01:04 PM »
Please forward me your itinerary and this email and I'll send to JetBlue media relations.
Thank you! Not that I'm flying business class anytime soon, but it is good to have you watch our backs.

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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2513 on: August 05, 2020, 12:35:27 PM »
Please forward me your itinerary and this email and I'll send to JetBlue media relations.
thanks I sent you the info hopefully even if I don't get anything out of it people after me will

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« Reply #2514 on: August 05, 2020, 01:48:59 PM »
thanks I sent you the info hopefully even if I don't get anything out of it people after me will
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2515 on: August 06, 2020, 08:20:38 PM »
I want to thank Dan for going above and beyond about the airlines handling of ksml .in the air to lax I'm not sure how much dan want me to share but after emailing JetBlue for us the results came to fruition, borenstens it is thanks Dan for looking out for us and going after them for their policies.btw soda is being served in mint even though they said they dont

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« Reply #2516 on: August 06, 2020, 08:21:44 PM »
I want to thank Dan for going above and beyond about the airlines handling of ksml .in the air to lax I'm not sure how much dan want me to share but after emailing JetBlue for us the results came to fruition, borenstens it is thanks Dan for looking out for us and going after them for their policies.btw soda is being served in mint even though they said they dont
Awesome, any pics? Or what are they serving?
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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2517 on: August 07, 2020, 05:57:12 AM »
I got salmon with some raspberry cake and as in my past experience the crew blew aa united out of the water not that is saying much




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Re: KSML (Kosher Airline Meals) Master Thread
« Reply #2518 on: August 10, 2020, 12:58:56 PM »
did yesterday LHR to JFK on Delta, got ksml fro stogel caterers in Belgium

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« Reply #2519 on: August 10, 2020, 01:03:40 PM »
did yesterday LHR to JFK on Delta, got ksml fro stogel caterers in Belgium
Long life (cat food) or fresh?
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