Prince William and Kate Middleton have reportedly become fans of a restaurant in Clerkenwell, an area of central London, which serves its patrons in complete darkness.
Sun reporter Duncan Larcombe writes that “Diners at Dans Le Noir? in Clerkenwell are told their tastebuds are heightened when they can’t see.” The restaurant’s name means “In the dark?” in French.
The restaurant’s website states, “Our blind staff serves you as your guides in this completely unknown environment. They will welcome you in the lit area, lead you to the dark room and take care of you to the end of the whole dining experience. They will sit you, serve you food and drinks and most of all make you feel comfortable with the darkness. You will be surprised to find yourself so comfortable in this completely new and unique atmosphere.”
Larcombe’s source believes the pair likes the restaurant more for its privacy factor than for the unique eating experience it provides, however. The source explains, “William can take Kate along and know no one will see him. He’s actually very shy. He feels uncomfortable when people stare.”
Read more from Larcombe at The Sun.
Express writer Camilla Tominey revealed this weekend that the Middleton family’s plans to renovate the garden of their Bucklebury home have been rejected by the local council, citing fears that “undesirable development” might follow as a result.