"It was an honour": Halifax restaurant owners react to Robert De Niro's visit

The owners of a Halifax town centre restaurant have said it was 'an honour' to host Hollywood superstar Robert De Niro last night.
Michael Ricci, owner of Ricci's Place.Michael Ricci, owner of Ricci's Place.
Michael Ricci, owner of Ricci's Place.

Husband and wife pairing Michael and Olivia Ricci, who run Ricci's Place on Crossley Street, kept booking a secret from staff, friends and family for six weeks.

"It was an honour," Michael said, "he was such a lovely, lovely man. Very down to earth."