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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This article appears in Jun 30 – Jul 7, 2009.
