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Emma Shacklock

The Royal Family's bizarre sandwich rule to protect King Charles

King Charles III visits the Global Underwater Hub on September 29, 2023.

The Royal Family’s bizarre sandwich rule is apparently based on a long-standing superstition in place to protect King Charles's reign.

When it comes to meal times everyone has their own way of doing things but the Royal Family’s traditions are often a little more unusual. Not only are there certain foods that they tend to steer clear of (shellfish is apparently a no-go!) but royal children reportedly eat Christmas dinner separately to the adults. However, the Royal Family’s bizarre sandwich rule is something that might not be quite as well-known, despite being every bit as intriguing. 

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