QC Food

[anat0l]

Wierd reading all those QP threads. I thought QP would be just great for some peace & quiet (especially in PER), somewhere to plug in my laptop (and possibly get some internet) and perhaps sip on a coffee - or maybe some cheese and crackers. What's all this full on stuff about food and alcohol? And, come on, this is food we're talking about. When was the last time you relied on Qantas to serve you good food? (I mean, inflight food is merely decent, if it isn't horrid. Just thank your lucky stars that you're getting better food than those recovering from surgery.)

Makes me think whether it is worth getting QP membership now...

(Side note: I think international QPs might do better. I've been in MNL QP once before and it was pretty good - small, but nice environment and reasonable food. Can't comment on alcohol - was too young then.)

 

[straitman]

Just thank your lucky stars that you're getting better food than those recovering from surgery

I suppose this depends upon your hospital. Our local had really great food until some 'enhancements' about a year ago. I think they now get Qantas for their catering :!:

Makes me think whether it is worth getting QP membership now...

Remember a huge number of people here get free QP membership so it's most definately worth it.

(Side note: I think international QPs might do better.

They are.

 

[serfty]

Um, gross (no offence) but I'm glad I wasn't around in the 'good old days'! Serving that kind of food Qantas (and Ansett) could probably be accused of contributing to the obesity issues we face!

I really love the QF Club breakfast now, juice, variety of bread, spreads, fruit, yoghurt, porridge etc and am glad they have made their menu healthier.

Maybe the change is a sign of the times and people who existed ages ago are the only ones who expect that kind of food now?

Just about everything available in QP's nowadays for Breakfast was available back then.

The main difference between than and now is the range is rather reduced.

Evenings were even better; for example, open prawn/turkey sandwiches, vol o vents were often available.

 

[moa999]

Have always found the PER Dom QP has a better food selection than SYD and MEL

Maybe its because its a smaller lounge but the hot food is continually replensidhed and always has a good cheese selection

 

[ashleyn]

Must agree, food is pretty average. Xmas day flight from Perth, bar not open until 13:00, usual fare. Back from Melbourne on the 30th and same food but the bar was operational. Still, what do you expect these days ? I'm happy to get a comfy chair in a quiet environment, the rest is a bonus as far as I'm concerned, especially as most flights are CityFlyer anyway.

 

[Commuter]

I suppose this depends upon your hospital. Our local had really great food until some 'enhancements' about a year ago. I think they now get Qantas for their catering :!:

LOL!! But Qantas haven't yet managed to turn broccoli into somewhat medicinal-smelling UiFO (unidentified in-flight object). They appear to be still identifiable.

The same cannot be said for any of the hospitals nearby!

 

[oz_mark]

It's not as crazy as it sounds. Qantas certainly used to do catering for some hospitals and train services. I assume they still do.

 

[simongr]

It's not as crazy as it sounds. Qantas certainly used to do catering for some hospitals and train services. I assume they still do.

They do it for St George Hospital in Kogarah. They even make the tea at Qantas and ship it to the hospital...

 

[straitman]

LOL!! But Qantas haven't yet managed to turn broccoli into somewhat medicinal-smelling UiFO (unidentified in-flight object). They appear to be still identifiable.

The same cannot be said for any of the hospitals nearby!

Reminds me of my Airforce days. I now know where the Airforce 'Cooks' moved on to :!:

 

[codash1099]

They do it for St George Hospital in Kogarah. They even make the tea at Qantas and ship it to the hospital...

Maybe they do the reverse with the coffee, which would explain the stewed taste :-|

 

[Yada Yada]

My husband and I spent and hour or so in the Qantas Club in Sydney yesterday 4/1 and I must say I am very dissappointed in not only the facilities of the Club but also the really awfull food. The bread rolls were all stale, and the selection of food is very limited. I agree that the bar should open at 12 not 1 as they do. I would like to know what the Virgin "lounge" is like and how does it compare with the Qantas Club. The annual fee for the Lounge seems quite a lot less than QC. Any info on this would be good...Thanks Lyn

I'm happy with the food in the Virgin Blue lounge. It's different to the QF lounges, e.g rather than pre-prepared food, there is a selection of condiments (8-10) from which you can put together your own sandwich. These include cheeses, salad items, differnet meats and different types of bread. The toasters are out all day and there are a variety of spreads. There is always soup and a nice range of crackers too. There are also nuts, soy crisps, kettle chips, cookies, etc etc. They do not do the hot finger food that QF does at meal times. The bar is well stocked with a good range of beers, wines, soft drinks and juice. Importantly (for me!) is that they make real coffee - the crew are barista trained so you get a great cup of java.

One other thing you get, which others have alluded to in this thread as being important, is a nice quiet place to sit and work or relax. QF lounges are often over-crowded. Virgin Blue lounges are very quiet and therefore have a much nicer ambience.

 

[NM]

One other thing you get, which others have alluded to in this thread as being important, is a nice quiet place to sit and work or relax. QF lounges are often over-crowded. Virgin Blue lounges are very quiet and therefore have a much nicer ambience.

Shhh, don't tell everyone or that situation might change!

 

[Yada Yada]

Shhh, don't tell everyone or that situation might change!

I'm think I'm safe, NM. The majority of posters here are so rusted-on to QF that the thought of flying Virgin Blue is akin to asking them to cut off an arm.

It's interesting... I reckon someone could write a psych paper on the "divide" between those who insist on flying "full service" QF and those who are happy to fly Virgin Blue. When I flew both airlines last Thursday, the difference was so apparent. :-|

 

[NM]

I'm think I'm safe, NM. The majority of posters here are so rusted-on to QF that the thought of flying Virgin Blue is akin to asking them to cut off an arm.

Hmm, I would give my right arm to be ambidextrous :mrgreen: but not to fly Virgin Blue. My break-even point is way lower .