Queen Elizabeth II enjoyed simple, routine meals, often starting with Special K cereal or toast, having light lunches of grilled fish/chicken with vegetables, enjoying afternoon tea with sandwiches and scones (jam first!), and having small portions of protein with seasonal vegetables for dinner, always finishing with dark chocolate or fresh fruit, and a daily gin & Dubonnet. She was known for her discipline, eating small amounts and saving room for her daily slice of chocolate biscuit cake, which she'd eat until it was gone.
Dinner followed the same formula as lunch. Simple cooked meat and vegetables lead the way, with space for pheasant or venison should the Queen wish. Of course, Queen Elizabeth loved a Sunday roast just as much as anyone else. Along with chocolate, the Queen enjoyed some strawberries or peaches for dessert.
Dinners were typically a simple affair, unless she was entertaining special guests or hosting an event. The Queen preferred grilled fish or chicken, served simply with vegetables. She generally skipped starches like potatoes, grains, or rice during her evening meal.
When it comes to breakfast, though, she starts her day with “slow-burn energy oats.” Kate prepares hers with milk or mixes them with yogurt. She also adds fruit, nuts, cinnamon and nut butter. You may know slow-burn energy oats as rolled oats, and it's possible they're already part of your morning routine.
How many meals does the Queen eat in a day? McGrady says the Queen has four meals a day - but only eats small portions at each. In a series of YouTube Q&A videos, he says that during his time as her personal chef between 1982 and 1993, the Queen would eat breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
King Charles: organic food
He now reportedly avoids eating fish and meat two days a week, and he follows an entirely plant-based diet at least one day in seven.
Yes, Prince William and Kate Middleton sleep in the same bed, often with their dog Orla, a revelation Prince William shared, highlighting a more modern, relatable approach to royal life compared to past generations who sometimes used separate beds for status or privacy. While they have separate bedrooms for some downtime and might use separate beds when traveling on the royal train due to its layout, their usual arrangement at home is together, with their dog as a regular bedfellow.
Royal expert and biographer Katie Nicholl discussed the Prince of Wales's meal of choice, writing in Vanity Fair, "In the evenings [Kate] indulges her hobby of cooking William's favorite supper, roast chicken."
Kate often indulges in physical activities like running, swimming, and playing tennis, which not only helped her shed the pounds but also kept her energized. It wasn't just about looking slim – it was about staying healthy and feeling her best for her royal duties and her family.
Champagne before bed
Whilst most of us are content with a camomile tea to wind down in the evening, Her Majesty often enjoyed something a little more indulgent. It has been reported that she'd pour a glass of Champagne after her evening meal; an aperitif fit for royalty, indeed.
Queen Elizabeth had a private Chef , she does not. The Princess of Wales can actually cook, unlike the Montecito narcissist. Catherine was not born in an aristocratic family, so she lead a fairly normal life before she married Prince William.
Jam Pennies, one of the late Queen's favourite afternoon treats. They are miniature raspberry jam sandwiches cut into circles the size of an old English penny, which she enjoyed washed down with Earl Grey tea. To make Jam Pennies, first cut the crusts off white or brown sliced bread.
This one is slightly more obvious. Instead of using “toilet,” royals use the word “loo” when they need to use the facilities. “'Toilet' is French by origin, so it is apparently avoided,” The Mirror writes.
She favored "sensible exercise" over rigorous workouts and loved spending time in nature. The Queen liked simple, healthy meals, but also enjoyed a daily gin and ate dark chocolate.
It's also difficult to eat long pastas silently. This wasn't an unusual practice for the Queen. She consistently banned shellfish, rare meat, foreign water and any food that was too spicy or too exotic. Queen Elizabeth wanted everything to go smoothly during her trips and had no room for gastrointestinal catastrophes.
Stuffed Bell Peppers oven baked (Royalty Dish) Princess Diana's favorite dish.
Kate, on the other hand, follows a simple diet. She eats the same thing for breakfast every morning, loves a light lunch and enjoys a spicy curry or a roast chicken for dinner. She is also known to be fond of a green smoothie loaded with fruits and veggies.
Anne is known to have enjoyed fresh strawberries and cherries. In June 1531, she received the latter as a gift from a servant of the Mayor of London.
Yes, King Charles and Queen Camilla famously sleep in separate bedrooms, a practice common among British royals and the upper class, with sources indicating they have separate rooms at Clarence House plus a shared one, allowing them independence and comfort (like avoiding snoring or differing duvet/heating needs), which is cited as a secret to their successful marriage.
Some say the dueling duchesses disliked one another from day one. Others say the war began when the combatants clashed over preparations for Meghan's wedding. Whatever the case, a new poll indicates that when it comes to popularity in the UK, Meghan is no contest for Kate.
Foie gras. King Charles has spent decades of his life advocating for animals and the environment. He rarely consumes meat, and when he does it's usually fish. So it makes sense that his hardline stance on foie gras extends to the palace kitchens.
Despite Harry's aversion to lobster, Meghan will have plenty of other treats for him thanks to With Love, Meghan season 2, which is streaming now on Netflix.
He is also fond of whisky. He sells a Highgrove Organic Single Malt Scotch. His favourite to drink is a 15-year-old Laphroaig, which was awarded the Prince of Wales's Royal warrant in 1994. He has also supported English wine; the Queen is president of the UK Vineyards Association.