When I was a vegetarian, I enjoyed eating at Poggio, and my friends and I often chose it for our birthday lunches.
But now I, like many other people concerned about animal suffering and the effect of animal products on the environment, have become a vegan.
When I ate at Poggio with a group of friends last Friday, I explained to the server that I was vegan, and she seemed to understand the concept.
She told me that all but one of the pasta dishes contain eggs, so I chose the one that did not, the Bucatini, and instead of the egg and other things described on your menu, some vegetables were substituted.
Later when I got the tab, I saw LG PASTA BUTTER.
I had commented that the olive oil tasted like butter, but I trusted that no animal products would be used.
Could you explain this?
Also, would you consider adding a dish that is truly vegan? As you may know, the mayor of Turin , Italy, has taking a public stand to encourage a diet that is lower in animal products, so even Italians are getting the message and moving forward.
Nuts can be added to a pasta dish too, to provide additional protein. There are wonderful recipes online, including on NO MEAT ATHLETE:
http://www.nomeatathlete.com/favorite-pastas/
I'd like to see an otherwise lovely restaurant like Poggio be more vegan-friendly.. You'd be doing a kindness for animals and the environment as well as to your clients.
Sincerely,
Tina Martin
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