Posted: January 31st, 2010 - 4:01pm by Doug Powell

China's National People's Congress is expected to consider banning a centuries-old culinary tradition: the consumption of dog and cat meat.

The Times of London reports that a proposed law calls for imposing fines, jail time or both for anyone caught eating or selling dog or cat meat. Dog meat is also known as “fragrant meat” and is thought to boost energy and male virility. It’s also a delicacy.