The ferocity of the Corona Virus not only claimed the lives of thousands around the world, but also claimed many memories, led by the fans of the late Princess Diana, who were surprised at the end of last June by the news of the closure of the restaurant "Le Caprice" in the capital London, which was the meeting place of celebrities for about 40 A continuous year, led by the late Princess of Wales.
The British press, in its reports about the closure of the Locapress over the background of the Corona pandemic, described the global economic crises it left behind; It was the "Princess's Favorite Place", and one of the places still preserving the relics and tales of the late Princess.
She pointed out that Diana had been sitting for years in one corner of the restaurant, not changing it, until she became her own place that no one crowded with her until her death, and Diana often sat at a table called "the corner", and her guards were sitting away to watch her.
According to the British website, "London London" on tourism and cultural activities, artwork dealer Leslie Waddington (1934-2015) competed at the corner table with author and lyricist Tim Rice, but she went to Christie's Chairman, auctions David Snowdon, and Duchess of Kent, Catherine, wife Prince Edward.
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The most famous in London
Since it was owned by British businessmen Chris Corbin and Jeremy King in 1981, it has become "Locapress" on Arlington Street in St. James's District near Buckingham Palace; A symbol of London and its best places to eat, and an example of modern British cuisine.
It was also designated an attraction center for lens photographers "paparazzi" during the 1980s; Next to Diana, Princess Margaret, daughter of George VI of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth, British-American actress Elizabeth Taylor, British singer and songwriter Mike Jagger, and British singer Elton John, among others, abound.
In 2003, British novelist Geoffrey Archer chose to have his first meal after he had freedom and been released from prison in "Locapress".
The restaurant was first opened in St. James in 1947 by famous chef Mario Gallati, but it has been run for 40 years by Bolivian-born chef Jesus Adorno, who worked during the time he owned the restaurant Chris Corbin and Jeremy King, and even after selling it in 2005 to businessman Richard Keyring .
The British press points to the great position enjoyed by the director of Locapress, and the restaurant's great reputation, saying "If you want a good table, you need a direct line with Jesus" (referring to the manager of the restaurant and the miracle you need to be able to get a table).
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Rich history
Go London attributed Locapress's reputation to its luxurious and modern decor at the same time, as well as the expeditious service of the crew and their intimate dealings with customers.
The site stressed that "La Caprice" has a rich history that started from the late 1940s - when Galati opened it - and movie stars began to hesitate to it then, including the English actress and singer Diana Dors.
Go London also indicated that the two British gang members, Cray, used to visit Galapati’s “Caprice”, and they were always ordering flaming steaks (flambe).
The twins Ronald (Rooney) Cray and Reginald "Reggie" Cray were English criminals, the main perpetrators of organized crime on the eastern side of London between 1950 and 1960, and the Cray gang were involved in murders, armed robbery, arson, and assaults.
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New stage
Adorno, Director of Locapress and spokesperson for the Caprice Holdings Group, announced the restaurant’s owner; Closing the place to the expiry of the lease, which is a reason that surprised many in light of the great economic position of the company that owns several other restaurants, including "Effie", "Sexy Fish" and "Jay Chiki".
Despite the indication by the administration of "Locapress" that it possesses a plan to reduce costs in light of the negative economic effects of the Corona pandemic, Adorno explained that the restaurant will open its doors again in a place other than the custom, but an official confirmation in this regard has not yet been issued.
"The lease is nearing its end, but the famous Locapress will be born again in another location under negotiation," Adorno said in June to Twitter. "We thank our clients for their loyalty and continued support to us over the years, and we assure them that they will be as enthusiastic as our plans. New to this historic brand. "
Last June, the owner of "Lockapress," accused British Prime Minister Boris Johnson of "killing the country", by not setting a date to reopen cafes and restaurants, and said that the continued general closure of Corona would cost more than two million workers.