What Does the Royal Family Eat on Christmas? A Former Royal Chef Tells All [Video]

The royal family Christmas meal is chock full of tradition. They tend to eat the same things year after year. Who would know better about the clan’s eating habits on the Christmas holiday than their former royal chef? He spilled all the details.

Darren McGrady, former chef to Queen Elizabeth II, revealed that the Christmas menu is extensive and varied. He told Good Housekeeping that the feast begins on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Eve begins with afternoon tea. During that time, typically, the royal family arrives at Sandringham, and that same evening, they exchange Christmas presents.

A hearty pre-church breakfast on Christmas Day includes eggs, bacon, and sausages. After church, they have a big lunch that includes upwards of 20 dishes, including salad with shrimp or lobster.

Following are roasted turkey and traditional side dishes like parsnips, carrots, and Brussels sprouts. For dessert, it’s a Christmas pudding with brandy butter. Typically, the royal family …