What Do the Royals Actually Eat? It's Not What You Think...
- Aug 31, 2025
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Youâve seen the Netflix series and the documentaries, and you have some idea of how the Royals live. But have you ever stopped to think about what they actually eat on a daily basis? You might picture white-gloved servants serving lavish feasts on gold platters and, well, you wouldn't be entirely wrong. But as it turns out, the reality is a lot more surprising and, dare we say, relatable than you might think.
Itâs all about a certain kind of perfectionâsimple, elegant, and never over the top. According to Graham Newbould, a former royal chef, the food isnât too spicy or too cold. The portions are just right, so nothing goes to waste. Every single detail is meticulously planned, and there's absolutely no room for error. The queen herself would even check the banquet hall before a big event to ensure every fork and spoon was perfectly placed. This is a machine that runs on precision and tradition.
But hereâs the thing, it's not all pomp and circumstance. For a family known for having literally 20 chefs on standby to cook 15,000 canapĂŠs for a single party, they also have some very⌠normal habits. It turns out that when the Queen was on her own, sheâd eat her dinner on a card table in front of the TV, serving herself from a sideboard. That's rightâthe head of the monarchy, just like you and me on a Friday night. But if that little glimpse of normalcy isn't shocking enough, you wonât believe what some of the royalsâ favorite foods areâŚ
