author: I Hate Force-Feeding
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Activists with Portland Animal Defense League were out in full force tonight to let the City of Portland know the cruel truth about foie gras. Armed with signs, fliers, video, and a high spirit, the night began at TEN-01. Before a "Pledge to Not Serve Foie Gras" was even handed to the owner, he came out to engage the activists and promised to keep it off the menu forever. While he refused to sign the pledge, he went on film and conceded to the activists demands. "I will not serve foie gras," he stated. It was victory at TEN-01!
Charged up and ready to demo, the activists went on to Bluehour, a restaurant that has been asked to take foie gras off its menu in the past. A letter was handed over to the manager but he was able to promise nothing, so a demo ensued that was full of spirit and fun chants. The public reaction was overwhelmingly good and a clear point was made. We will be back to Bluehour again.
The night ended at yet another high-priced restaurant in the Pearl, Fenouil. Again, activists handed a letter to the management but their response was that foie gras would stay on the menu. Chants started up and another charged protest began. One man was so angered by the protesters presence, he began to call them each pathetic, one by one. He was clearly a fan of the fatty liver. Activists coulnd't help but to chuckle and continue the demo. We will be back to Fenouil again.
Restaurants Demo'ed Tonight:
TEN-01 -- Victory!
Bluehour -- We will be back!
250 NW 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 226-3394
www.bluehouronline.com
Fenouil -- We will be back!
900 NW 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-2225
Pascal R. Chureau - Executive Chef
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