Cafe charges men more than women - for a very powerful reason

A cafe owner has explained why she charges men more than women, and allows ladies priority seating.

Handsome Her, a vegan cafe in Melbourne, Australia, says it gives female customers a better deal to raise awareness of the gender pay gap.

The 'man tax' is the brainchild of Alex O'Brien. She says her restaurant is 'for women, by women.' Though men are very welcome – and, significantly, the surcharge isn't compulsory. It's in operation for one week per month