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Sometimes when I'm on a plane, the in-flight meals are really quite delicious and I might want to try the other set that I did not choose (or have more of the same!). I have asked if there was extra meal kits left over a couple of times, much later when it was time for a snack ... and was informed they were all out.

Now, it seems based on Can I accidentally miss the in-flight food? that perhaps this isn't just a matter of demand, but regulations forcing the crew to dispose of heated food.

If I want to convey that I might like to try another course but without coming across as a selfish pig, and I only want it after everyone else is served, not disturbing crew too much - how would I go about asking for it?

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Just ask for it nicely and politely. "Hi, thanks for the food, it's really yummy. If you have to happen some left over and it's not too much trouble, I would appreciate trying the pasta too."

They may say yes, they may say no. There is quite a bit of variability in "friendliness" of the crew.

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I went with Srilankan airlines. After everyone has been served and I finished my meal, I quietly went to the back of the plane, politely got an air hostess's attention and said.

Do you happen to have any extra meal packets available? Any kind is OK, as I am still hungry.

The air-hostess happily provided one then and there.

Anish Sheela
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