Queen Elizabeth's witty response after she found a slug in her dinner
dailyrecord.co.ukQueen Elizabeth II is not only remembered for her commitment to duty but also for her wicked sense of humour. From choosing to slice a cake with not a knife, but a sword to her hilarious response to American tourists asking if she had met the Queen, her love for a good joke is well-known.The late monarch was known for her preference for simple, straightforward meals rich in fruits and vegetables.
However, when she encountered an unexpected surprise on her plate, she responded with a witty retort to the palace chefs.Former palace staff often offer rare glimpses into what it's like to work for one of the world's most famous families.
From their favourite dishes to hilarious stories, those who have seen the royals behind the scenes reveal their true personalities, far from the media spotlight, according to OK!One particularly memorable story was shared by the Queen's former servant, Charles Oliver, in his book Dinner at Buckingham Palace.
Charles revealed that when the Queen and her late husband, Prince Philip, dined together, they kept a notepad beside their plates to jot down their thoughts on the meal and offer feedback to the chef.The former servant shared: "Once, on a torn-off top sheet the footmen found the dead body of a slug." Charles added that on the note the Queen had written: "I found this in the salad-could you eat it?This wasn’t the only time a staff member revealed the late Queen’s remarkable sense of humour.
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