American Airlines is improving the in-flight experience for summer 2025 across all cabins. On June 11, it will roll out European-inspired meals in Flagship Business and Flagship Suite on key transatlantic routes. Meanwhile, starting June 1, economy passengers will see new sliders, tapas and Texas-sourced tequila in the buy-on-board menu. Premium cabins also gain a new midday snack basket. Here’s what frequent flyers and travel hackers need to know.

European-Inspired Dining in Premium Cabins

To celebrate new summer routes to Venice, Naples, Edinburgh and beyond, American is launching a curated series of inflight menus that mirror the flavors of Europe. Customers in Flagship Business, Flagship Suite Preferred and Flagship Suite seats on routes to Paris, Rome, Barcelona, London, Dublin and other European hubs can look forward to:

Region	Sample Entrées
France	Ratatouille with porcini short rib
Spain	Mar y Mar paella; seared sea bass
Italy	Pan-seared halibut; herbed short rib
UK & Ireland	Mustard-crumb lamb; peppercorn short rib
Germany	Schnitzel with spaetzle

These menus go live June 11. American has also paired each dish with travel inspiration, making every meal a preview of your destination.

More Flexibility: Extended Preorder Window

Starting in June, the preorder cutoff moves from 16 to 20 hours before departure. This gives customers who receive last-minute upgrades extra time to choose their inflight meal. American is also testing afternoon tea service on flights departing from London (LHR) and Paris (CDG).

New Economy Buy-On-Board Selections

From June 1, Main Cabin passengers on flights over 1,100 miles will find a refreshed buy-on-board menu featuring:

• A steak and pimento cheese slider
• Tray Table Tapas (olives, dried apricots, beef jerky, pistachio, white cheddar dip, pita chips, brownie brittle)
• Brooklyn Biltong Steakhouse air-dried beef jerky
• Socorro Tequila from Dallas-Fort Worth’s own distillery, crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave

Note: For select airlines, you can always check the in-flight menu/wine list with AwardFares. Read more here.

Premium Snack Baskets Get a Midday Boost

Premium cabins already enjoy morning and afternoon snack baskets. On June 11, American adds a new midday basket to bridge the gap:

Time of Day	Contents
Morning	Clementine, granola bites, turkey stick, breakfast bar, apple chips, pistachios
Midday	Cookies, popcorn, cheese straws, granola bites, mixed nuts, beef stick
Afternoon	Cookies, sea salt chips, oat bar, puffed corn/rice/cauliflower snack, pistachios, beef stick

Book Your Summer Getaway with AwardFares

Craving those European-inspired meals or Texas sliders onboard? Let AwardFares help you secure your award seat:

• ✈️ Search American Airlines availability in Flagship Business, Main Cabin, and more
• 📆 Compare dates effortlessly with the Timeline View
• 📍 Preview real-time seat maps to pick your perfect spot
• 🔔 Set alerts for award openings on your favorite routes
• 🍷 Check onboard menus

Book your flight and sample the new menu today on AwardFares.

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