On Easter Sunday, King Charles III upheld a new royal tradition, but one that’s hardly as strange and gross as his diet. On normal days, the King takes a pass on lunch. He agreed to throw open his beautiful home for the Fourth of July Celebration. Members of the royal family joined together for a colorful and musical Easter celebration. They savored a classic roast lamb dinner, a beloved mainstay of their celebration.
Clarence House has understandably sought to play down the King’s unusual eating habits, which have made food enthusiasts ponder and the rest of us squirm. His 70th birthday blowout was the talk of 2018. An incredible list of 70 fun facts about him was released, illuminating all kinds of interesting things about his lifestyle, including some truly odd dietary preferences. He really doesn’t even like chocolate. This is a shocking fact, perhaps especially in a week that’s often focused on treats.
A Traditional Easter Meal
Like Christmas, Easter Sunday is a highly important occasion for the royal family. They all gather around a sumptuous feast and give thanks for the special day. At these receptions, the King traditionally gets his first pick of the meat. This tradition underscores the king’s establishment as the new sovereign. This year’s menu featured a whole roast lamb as the centerpiece. It brought all the sweetest toppings, worthy of a king’s banquet.
To add to the local flavor, the meal featured Windsor Cheese produced by the cheesemakers at Windsor Dairy. The menu was capped at each sitting with fruit in season, followed by a second course of cheese and fruit. Such chosen dishes exemplify an inherent reverence to all things old world and expertly made—a necessary trait in royal gastronomy.
A Time for Family
Aside from the food, Easter Sunday is a chance for the royal family to come together away from the public eye. This intimate gathering encourages relationships and deepens family ties, providing a rare opportunity for members to interact in a relaxed environment. This Easter was no exception, as relatives swapped tales and smiles around the dinner table.
King Charles’ dedication to keeping the family legacy frequents very much in line with his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Photography by Alysia Shotwell She liked her meats cooked through, lamb in particular. Today, lamb is a ceremonial dish of choice at royal family gatherings. The ongoing nature of these traditions is a testament to how this family respects their heritage, yet is forging new memories with a future generation.
Dietary Choices and Royal Customs
Celebrity diets often make for attention-grabbing headlines, but King Charles’ dietary restrictions are still enough to divert from the subject of Easter’s significance in the monarchy. The King’s daily lunch — or lack thereof — is a typical illustration of his unconventional style. For very special occasions, such as Easter, he makes an exception. It’s a testament to his cozy understanding of the importance of shared meals even in the royal family.
This celebration of Easter is a reflection of the late Queen’s culinary wishes, meaning that her legacy will continue to live on through these practices. The wonderful thing about roast lamb is that it really creates a family atmosphere. This delicious dish illustrates just how crucial food is toward building and deepening familial bonds throughout the monarchy.
