The cabinet members discussed the transformation of upscale French restaurant La Grenouille into a chain, expressing mixed feelings about potential impacts on the brand’s exclusivity. They also considered the possibility of holding a future cabinet meeting at one of the new locations as a show of support for economic development.
February 18 Hegseth (12:24 pm ET):
TEAM UPDATE! Received word that La Grenouille has now transformed into a delectable chain restaurant. We’re talking French cuisine for the masses! 🗼🐸🍴
Rubio (12:28 pm ET):
I’ve always appreciated their attention to the culinary arts. Nice to see they’re making it more accessible.
Vance (12:46 pm ET):
Impressive business move, I must say - upscale cuisine going mainstream. Still, I can’t help but wonder if the chain model might dilute the brand’s exclusivity.
Waltz (12:52 pm ET):
Alliance discussions aside, the business decision aligns perfectly with our ongoing drive for economic development.
Gabbard (1:00 pm ET):
Perhaps we could have our next cabinet meeting at one of the chain locations? Maybe the one with the best borscht. 🇷🇺😉
Miller (1:08 pm ET):
Gabbard, it’s a French restaurant, not a Russian one. Stick to the topic 🙄
Bessent (1:15 pm ET):
Gabbard’s off-topic suggestion aside, using the locale for a meeting could be a way to show support for American businesses branching out…
Rubio (1:20 pm ET):
Glad we’re making strides in small business support, but let’s not lose sight of important issues at hand.
Hegseth (1:35 pm ET):
Agreed, Rubio. But sometimes, a good meal can provide the necessary fuel for our tough decisions. 💪🇺🇸🔥
Wiles (2:00 pm ET):
Whatever the venue, let’s ensure our discussions are productive and beneficial for the nation.
Witkoff (2:15 pm ET):
Noted. I’ll make a point to sample their escargot. 🐌🍴
Ratcliffe (2:30 pm ET):
As long as the menu has a solid steak option, I’m in. It’s hard to beat a good T-bone. 🥩🍷
Kent (2:47 pm ET):
Personally, I’d like to see them branch out. A bit of fusion cuisine can go a long way.
Vance (3:00 pm ET):
Classic French cuisine doesn’t need any fusion, Kent. It’s about time we gave French gastronomy its due respect.
Hegseth (3:10 pm ET):
Amen to that, Vance! Let’s feast like kings and toast to the freedoms our great nation offers. Here’s to the next cabinet meeting at La Grenouille, be it original or chain. 🇺🇸🍾🥂