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Queen Elizabeth just couldn't resist this food, however unhealthy it may well be.
Editor's note: Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch passed away on Sept 8, 2022, aged 96. Now, BHT takes a look back at some of the most popular stories which arose during her 70-year reign.
A Royal chef who spent several years cooking for Her Majesty and the rest of the Royal Family once shed some light on the eating habits of Queen Elizabeth - and one of them may surprise you!
Darren O'Grady was Queen Elizabeth II's personal chef for 15 years, and also served Prince Harry, Princess Diana, and Prince William over the course of his time at Buckingham Palace.
In an interview, O'Grady revealed that Queen Elizabeth would typically avoid fast food at all costs, and if she did end up with a hankering for some greasy grub, she would have the Royal chefs cook it up instead of going to a fast-food establishment.
O'Grady spoke about how Queen Elizabeth was never a fan of McDonald's or KFC but did in fact have a hankering for one kind of fast food in particular.
The food? Hamburgers.
Yes, Her Majesty was similar to the majority of the population in the sense that she loved a hamburger just as much as the next person.
She did, however, have some rather peculiar preferences when it comes to how her burger is made. O'Grady explained how Queen Elizabeth preferred her burgers without a bun. O'Grady said 'It always tickled me at Balmoral, we would make our own burgers, They would shoot deer, and we would do venison burgers. There’d be gorgeous cranberry and everything stuffed into them, but we never set buns out.'
O'Grady has often spoken out about the eating habits of the Royal Family and explains that much of what was cooked at Buckingham Palace was traditional French cuisine. He claims that in all of his time working at the Palace, not once was pizza served!
O'Grady even caused somewhat of a media furore after he let it slip just how much Queen Elizabeth enjoys the occasional gin and tonic.
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O'Grady spoke about how Queen Elizabeth was never a fan of McDonald's or KFC but did in fact have a hankering for one kind of fast food in particular. The food? Hamburgers. Yes, Her Majesty was similar to the majority of the population in the sense that she loved a hamburger just as much as the next person.
What fast food restaurant does the Queen own? ›
The situation came to be because the Crown Estate — an entity that manages properties tied to the British monarchy — owned the Banbury Gateway Shopping Park, located in the U.K. city of Banbury, which contained a McDonald's. This means that this McDonald's was part of the queen's empire during her reign.
What was the Queen's favorite meal? ›
A bowl of Special K with some assorted fruits was apparently her go-to meal to get the day started the right way. On special occasions, she allegedly treated herself to some scrambled eggs and smoked salmon if she felt like it!
Have the royal family had McDonald's? ›
Queen Elizabeth II Owned Two McDonald's Location
A retail park in Slough was bought by the Crown Estate for 92 million euros in 2008. On this property, which was known as the Bath Road Retail Park, there was a McDonald's with a drive-thru.
What food does Queen Elizabeth eat every day? ›
Typically, she “eats very small portions” of grilled fish, chicken, vegetables, salad, and fresh fruit throughout the day — she's 90, she must be doing something right — but she saves room for dessert.
Has the Queen ever had KFC? ›
O'Grady spoke about how Queen Elizabeth was never a fan of McDonald's or KFC but did in fact have a hankering for one kind of fast food in particular. The food? Hamburgers. Yes, Her Majesty was similar to the majority of the population in the sense that she loved a hamburger just as much as the next person.
Has the Queen ever been to a restaurant? ›
Quaglino's was actually the first public restaurant the Queen visited after her coronation in 1952, making it the first public restaurant any reigning monarch had ever eaten in. And that was just the start.
What is the queens favorite candy? ›
The monarch is said to be fond of a classic British dark mint chocolate, usually eaten after dinner, that anyone can buy from a local supermarket. The Bendicks Bittermints were seen in the back of an engagement photo. The Queen also likes sweet offerings from the famous chocolatier Charbonnel et Walker.
What was Princess Diana's favourite food? ›
Lady Di, as she was also known, was very health conscious and in keeping with this life choice, her favorite meal — according to the royal chef who cooked for her for four years — was an oddly normal offering: stuffed bell peppers.
What time does Queen go to bed? ›
The Queen sleeps 8.5 hours each night. She goes to bed at the same time each night (11 p.m.). The article notes that experts recommend going to bed at the same time, as it trains your body to feel sleepy as you approach that hour. She eats light, protein-filled meals at regular times.
Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly enjoy a unique takeaway privilege that other royals don't. The Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge are said to occasionally indulge in takeaways, with Indian and Chinese dishes being their favourites.
Did the Queen ever have a takeaway? ›
The late Queen might have dined on some of the finest food in the world - but she was still partial to the occasional takeaway. It has been revealed that the former monarch would always order the same tasty treat when she stayed at her beloved Scottish retreat, Balmoral - and would send a footman to collect her order.
What is a Royal Burger from mcdonalds? ›
Two slices of melted Cheddar cheese, a large 100% beef patty, onions, pickles, mustard and ketchup on a caramelized bun with sesame. Allergens: Mustard, Milk, Soy, Gluten, Sesame Seeds.
What does Princess Kate eat? ›
The Princess eats similar evening meals to many of us: roasts, pasta, and curries. When she was seven months pregnant with Prince George, Princess Kate enjoyed a homemade vegetable dish cooked by a couple hailing from India named Chan and Hash Shingadia, who ran a shop near her hometown in Berkshire.
What was the Queen's favorite color? ›
Answer and Explanation: According to an evaluation of the clothing Queen Elizabeth has worn on public appearances in the past year, blue is the Queen's preferred color.
What was the Queen's favorite lunch? ›
The queen's preference for game meats even extended to more casual meals; she was, reportedly, a big fan of hamburgers made with ground venison.
Was there ever a Burger Queen franchise? ›
About us. Druther's traces our history back to 1956, when Harold and Helen Kite founded the first Burger Queen restaurant in Winter Haven, Florida. In 1961, business partners George Clark and Mick Gannon bought franchise rights and permission to expand the chain to Kentucky, with Kite joining as partner.
What restaurant does Queen Latifah own? ›
Queen Latifah - With her thriving career as an actress, singer and talk show host, Queen certainly has a full plate. But on the side, she is a franchise owner of a Fatburger location in Miami.
What restaurants did Truett Cathy own? ›
Restaurants include Truett's Grill, The Hapeville Dwarf House, Truett's Luau, Truett's Chick-fil-A and The Dwarf House. Each of these restaurants offer sit down, counter, drive-thru, catering and self-service and include the classic Chick-fil-A menu, as well as specialty menu options that can't be found anywhere else.
Does the royal family go to restaurants? ›
They might have their own chefs at home, but even the royals like to go out to eat sometimes. Many members of the Royal Family are based in London, and eagle-eyed diners might spot them enjoying a bite to eat at one of the capital's finest restaurants – if you know where to look.
