Delta Airlines has noted a growing preference for comfort foods among travelers, particularly beef dishes on return flights to the U.S. The airline recently expanded its partnership with Shake Shack to serve iconic cheeseburgers on flights departing from major hubs. Other popular items include beef short ribs and Jon & Vinny's meatballs. Experts suggest that simple, well-prepared comfort food often works better at high altitudes than more complicated dishes, emphasizing a shift in airline catering towards familiar, nostalgic meals.
Delta made headlines in December 2024 when it started serving Shake Shack's iconic cheeseburger at cruising altitude, showing the trend of comfort food choices for travelers.
Paul Tumpowsky notes that it’s the well-executed comfort foods that resonate with passengers, rather than overly elaborate culinary efforts that airlines pursue.
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