City makes meat compulsory at vegetarian picnic

The city fathers of the fair city of Diksmuide (West Flanders) have taken a decision that will spark controversy. The “fair trade picnic” in the town is being obliged to serve meat for a first time. Until now the fair only served vegetarian fare.

Burgomaster Lies Laridon believes the order is a statement: “You can do fair trade with meat too. Fair trade is about honest trade, honest trade with the South, but also with local producers. The city authorities believe people should have the choice to eat meat.”

The Fair Trade Picnic is part of the Butter and Cheese Festival in Diksmuide. Organiser Rik Maekelberg notes that cheese and butter are vegetarian but that some visitors missed a bite of meat. “People did comment” he says.


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Michel Deurinck, born in Brussels in 1950, started his career in the Belgian civil service, dedicating over 30 years to public service. Upon retirement, he pursued his passion for journalism. Transitioning into this new field, he quickly gained recognition for his insightful reporting on politics and culture. Deurinck's balanced and thoughtful approach to journalism has made him a respected figure in Belgian media.

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