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Only stroopwafels and coffee remain free on KLM flights: "Bring your own nuts"

KLM has discontinued its complimentary cheese sandwiches on European flights to reduce food waste and support a new financial recovery plan. Passengers can now purchase a wider variety of snacks and meals, though basic items like coffee and stroopwafels remain free of charge.

KLM has officially stopped serving free cheese sandwiches on its European flights, citing high levels of food waste because many international passengers do not consume them. As part of a broader cost-cutting strategy announced in October 2024 to improve the airline's financial health, the company has introduced a new catering model. While coffee, tea, juice, and stroopwafels remain free, travelers must now purchase other snacks and meals, such as wraps or poke bowls, if they wish to eat.

To promote the new menu, KLM launched a temporary pop-up cafe near Amsterdam-Zuid station, offering samples of the new items. While some passengers understand the shift toward reducing waste, others have expressed disappointment regarding the reduction in complimentary services, suggesting they would rather bring their own snacks than pay premium prices for onboard food. The airline aims to provide more tailored options that cater to the diverse dietary and religious preferences of its international customer base.

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