Animal rights group praises King Charles for banning this item from all royal residences
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We all know that the royal family has a lot of influence, not just in Britain but also around the world. So when they take a stand on something – whether it’s political, social, or environmental – people sit up and listen.
This is why we were pleased to hear that King Charles has recently banned foie gras from all royal residences.
For those who don’t know, foie gras is made from duck or goose liver and is considered a delicacy in many fine-dining establishments. However, the process of making this dish is anything but delicate...
Foie gras has since been deemed as ‘cruel’ and ‘disgusting’ by animal rights activist groups, such as PETA, who claimed that the process of creating the delicacy enclosed ducks and geese in tiny cages and force-fed them several times a day for about a month until their liver becomes 10 times larger than its natural size.
According to the animal rights group, some of the birds have 'difficulty standing up' as a result of their large livers.
PETA sent a letter to Buckingham Palace congratulating King Charles in light of his decision to discontinue the purchase and consumption of foie gras in the Royal Household.
While the organisation expressed their gratitude to the royal for making such a decision, the organisation’s Vice President Elisa Allen ensured that this is just the beginning of wider reforms in the royal household.
'Video footage of birds being painfully force-fed is enough to make anyone lose their lunch,' said Elisa.
'PETA encourages everyone to follow the King’s lead and leave foie gras off the menu this Christmas and beyond.'
Meanwhile, Royal fan accounts on social media said that they were thrilled by King Charles’ decision to discontinue this food item.
One user wrote: 'Good. The practice of making foie gras is evil. Even as a meat eater I wouldn’t touch it.'
'Wonderful! A great step for humanity! Foie gras means torture,' another added.
However, other users pointed out that the ban doesn’t change anything as the royals still contribute to animal abuse in other areas.
One comment read: 'Next step faux fur hats — it’s 2022 (not 1815).'
'A good start, how about stopping the use of tiger and bear fur for army ceremonial hats King Charles,' another said.
A third chimed in: 'How about you stop shooting, hunting, and supporting horse racing? King Charles has a long way to go before I will support him.'
Foie gras has been banned in numerous European countries including Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
What are your thoughts on this? Do you think other high-profile individuals (or anyone who can afford the dish) should follow King Charles’ footsteps? Let us know your opinions in the comments below!
This is why we were pleased to hear that King Charles has recently banned foie gras from all royal residences.
For those who don’t know, foie gras is made from duck or goose liver and is considered a delicacy in many fine-dining establishments. However, the process of making this dish is anything but delicate...
Foie gras has since been deemed as ‘cruel’ and ‘disgusting’ by animal rights activist groups, such as PETA, who claimed that the process of creating the delicacy enclosed ducks and geese in tiny cages and force-fed them several times a day for about a month until their liver becomes 10 times larger than its natural size.
According to the animal rights group, some of the birds have 'difficulty standing up' as a result of their large livers.
PETA sent a letter to Buckingham Palace congratulating King Charles in light of his decision to discontinue the purchase and consumption of foie gras in the Royal Household.
While the organisation expressed their gratitude to the royal for making such a decision, the organisation’s Vice President Elisa Allen ensured that this is just the beginning of wider reforms in the royal household.
'Video footage of birds being painfully force-fed is enough to make anyone lose their lunch,' said Elisa.
'PETA encourages everyone to follow the King’s lead and leave foie gras off the menu this Christmas and beyond.'
Meanwhile, Royal fan accounts on social media said that they were thrilled by King Charles’ decision to discontinue this food item.
One user wrote: 'Good. The practice of making foie gras is evil. Even as a meat eater I wouldn’t touch it.'
'Wonderful! A great step for humanity! Foie gras means torture,' another added.
However, other users pointed out that the ban doesn’t change anything as the royals still contribute to animal abuse in other areas.
One comment read: 'Next step faux fur hats — it’s 2022 (not 1815).'
'A good start, how about stopping the use of tiger and bear fur for army ceremonial hats King Charles,' another said.
A third chimed in: 'How about you stop shooting, hunting, and supporting horse racing? King Charles has a long way to go before I will support him.'
Key Takeaways
- King Charles has banned the consumption of foie gras at all royal residences.
- Buckingham Palace confirmed the ban in a letter to PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals).
- Foie gras is made from the liver of a duck or goose that has been force-fed so that the liver grows up to 10 times its normal size.
- Animal rights activists have long campaigned against the consumption of foie gras, due to the cruel treatment of the animals involved.
- The royal family has been sent a vegan version of foie gras as a thank you gift from PETA.
Foie gras has been banned in numerous European countries including Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
What are your thoughts on this? Do you think other high-profile individuals (or anyone who can afford the dish) should follow King Charles’ footsteps? Let us know your opinions in the comments below!