The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

Categories: Europe | Food and Drinks | History

It is always interesting to look into the past — for example, who would have thought that half a century ago, passengers on board airplanes were fed no worse than in Michelin restaurants. Norwegian airline Scandinavian Airlines has shared nostalgic photos of the 1950s and 1980s, in which passengers dine on crabs, lobsters, hams and caviar.

We warn you: it is better not to look at such pictures on an empty stomach!

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

Sausages were cut right on board — at that time there were no such strict safety rules.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

Business class passengers were offered to taste fresh fish and smoked meats, and drinks were poured into glassware.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

In the 1960s, tea was served in elegant sets and offered a piece of fresh cake.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

What about fresh fruit?

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

Of course, economy class offered more modest lunches. This is how they looked in the 1960s.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

But the frame from the 1980s already looks more like modern dinners on airplanes.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

But in business class there was a real buffet!

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

You could drink champagne with caviar.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

And have a delicious dinner with delicious dishes made of porcelain dishes.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

"Would you like some freshly ground pepper?"

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

In business class in the 1980s, they still offered to taste lobsters.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

"Ma-a-a-scarlet piece for me, please!"

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

It seems that in those days, food carts were not afraid of turbulence at all.

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

"And I'll have fresh lobsters and a cool aperitif, please."

The Norwegian airline showed what was fed on planes half a century ago

Here they are, the golden years of onboard catering!

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