Richard Auffrey details the background behind the sign on Hudson Street for the China Pavilion, a restaurant that hasn't been open since 1990.
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Scotch 'n Sirloin | Sahara Syrian Restaurant.
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It is kind of hilarious that
By anon
Wed, 11/17/2021 - 10:11am
It is kind of hilarious that the Sahara Syrian restaurant is (presumably) named after the Sahara, a desert on the African continent and not in Syria, and is advertised with an image of a pyramid akin to those in Egypt.
There were also a lot of Armenians involved which is very interesting considering they are and were very much a minority in Syria.
So sue them …
By Lee
Wed, 11/17/2021 - 11:12am
… for cultural appropriation.
I have often wondered about this sign.
By Lee
Wed, 11/17/2021 - 11:09am
Now I know a little more. Thanks.