On Action News tonight, I hear that Geno’s Steaks in Philly has a sign up “This is America. When ordering speak English.” hmmm
So isn’t that special…in Philadelphia — SOUTH Philadelphia, no less — city of brotherly love, in a neighborhood with a mix of every ethnicity on earth, this son of Italian immigrants, Joseph Vento only serves English speakers.
So, ok, the guy’s an ass…but…Pat’s Steaks is right across the street.
got me thinkin…
Even though I’m a vegetarian, I am seriously considering making an exception and going downtown and ordering a cheese steak from Pat’s…and letting Mr. Vento know about it.
here’s a link to an article in the Inquirer: http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/news/14697552.htm
Croneswood Art 
5 responses to “Where’s the beef–in English please”
Yep. The best part, I think, is that the grammar on the sign is incorrect. They use quotation marks for emphasis. I’d like for them to work on their own skills before commenting on anyone else’s language, please.
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ma che asino !!!
Sì, Joseph Vento è un asino di prima classe !!!
Say the word — I’ll go down to Pat’s Steaks with you!
What a way to make people feel welcome! Doesn’t he remember when Italians were called “wops”?
Vergogna!!!
BTW: Liberata’s blog:
http://www.pax-et-lux.blogspot.com
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german tourists not welcome, i see…
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The menu at patskingofsteaks.com does list cheese fries. 🙂
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well, hello dan! nice of you to drop by. 🙂
too bad about the lack of cheese fries….i may have to rethink my protest.
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