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[Mark J]

I think most dont say a dish is vegetarian, just vegetable. I dont recall my locals mushroom bhajee saying 'suitable for vegetarians' on the menu. If you want to infer that thats fine  ;D

My local takeaway admitted to using chicken stock in the base, my local BIR vehemently denied it.

[Chilli Prawn]

You are right of course Mark, but the BIR indstry is being pressurised to become more self-regulatory and conform to new requirements (EC et al).  So you may see some changes even if they stick a note like ' We use animal products in our cooking'.  :  We have all been required to change our management regime to conform to new and stricter Health & Hygiene and HACCP regulations this year.  Becuase I am in the wholesale/retail channel I have to deal with some horrendous labelling laws also.

I do like going to my local BIR because life is so simple, their food is excellent, and I don't care what they do as long as it tastes good.  ;D

CP