France tries to lure diners away from fast food

July 2nd, 2009 by Tricia Childress in Food News

In order to help their struggling restaurants during the economic downturn, France reduced the value-added tax (VAT) from 19.6% to 5.5% at brasseries, bistros and cafés on July 1. Restaurateurs are hoping that this tax advantage will lure diners away from fast food (Mon Dieu!) places back to their eateries.

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