Reader: I don't want a liberal helping of political BS with my order

Parsley is known for its healthy food and healthy distrust of business-as-usual in corporate America. "American Express is a big, greedy bank that will take every penny that they can get," says owner Jason Bailey. "They advertise 'fewer fees' and 'double the rewards,' but that couldn't be more opposite of...

By Patricia Calhoun

June 25, 2013

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Parsley is known for its healthy food and healthy distrust of business-as-usual in corporate America. "American Express is a big, greedy bank that will take every penny that they can get," says owner Jason Bailey. "They advertise 'fewer fees' and 'double the rewards,' but that couldn't be more opposite of the truth. The financial burden is falling on small business owners that are already working overtime and still struggling." And so his healthy-foods spot in the Golden Triangle is offering its first-ever promotion: Cut up your American Express card at Parsley, and you get a free sandwich.

But some diners don't want a side of politics with their meal.

Says Denver Dave:

I really am paying for food, service, ambience when I eat out - and, that's it. I've avoided this place like the plague ever since I found out that your get a liberal helping of socio/economic political b.s. with your order. Pass. Peddle your agenda somewhere else.

What do you think of Parsley's American Express promotion? Its food in general? What's your favorite sandwich in Denver?

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Patricia Calhoun is editor-in-chief of Westword, the alt-weekly she co-founded in September 1977. She’s been inducted into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame, the Association of Alternative Newsmedia Hall of Fame and the Colorado Restaurant Association Hall of Fame. She’s also received dozens of local, state and national awards for writing, including first place for feature writing and first place for column writing with the Society of Professional Journalists. Patricia is a weekly commentator on Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12's public affairs roundtable, which has won two Emmys.

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