Buckingham Palace has seen one of its chefs reveal something intimate and personal about Kate Middleton. Nothing ever gets out about what happens behind closed doors, but thanks to testimonies like this, they bring us closer to the reality of its guests.
McGrady, which is the culinary expert's name, has broken his silence about the rule that prevails in Buckingham Palace and affects Middleton. Everyone in the Palace must obey and strictly comply with each and every rule. Especially those that directly concern the Princess of Wales and her diet.
A Buckingham Palace employee reveals Kate Middleton's secret
Life in Buckingham Palace is full of small codes. Many go unnoticed until someone who has lived within the royal walls decides to share them. That someone is McGrady, a chef who worked for years for Queen Elizabeth II and other family members like Kate Middleton.
She herself, the Duchess of Cambridge, is precisely the main focus of the royal chef's latest statements. His confidences have put the spotlight on a revealed secret that fascinates the media: the dinners Kate Middleton had when she dined at Buckingham Palace.
The chef served in the royal kitchens for fifteen years. First for the Queen at Buckingham Palace, then he was Lady Di's personal chef. So he knows firsthand the etiquette, quirks, and preferences that shaped the crown's menus.
According to what he has said, Queen Elizabeth II kept a strict rule at the palace's formal dinners: no heavy starches. So the dishes that reached the table were light, focused on lean protein and vegetables. Thus, Kate Middleton's secret is that "she can't eat potatoes, rice, or pasta for dinner," thanks to Elizabeth II.
The Queen preferred to feel light at the end of the day and instilled this rule in all her guests at Buckingham Palace. Kate had no choice but to follow it and, to this day, she still can't have pasta for dinner due to royal protocol.
Kate Middleton complies with Buckingham Palace's culinary demands
Diet is one of the issues that most concerns William's wife. Among her preferences, organic food and locally sourced products that guarantee freshness stand out. However, the kitchen at Kensington is much less rigid than what Buckingham Palace offers.
In fact, Kate herself confessed that her daughter Charlotte loves pasta and it is often a dish she prepares regularly. McGrady has explained other frequent limits at the royal table. Shellfish are avoided at public events due to the risk of poisoning, while garlic and onion are reduced to prevent strong odors.
These guidelines, together with the starch ban at formal dinners, outline a culinary protocol designed for elegance, safety, and image. So, what was served when the Queen dined with Kate Middleton and other guests? Grilled fish such as sole or salmon. Also lean poultry, game from the royal estates, and plenty of seasonal vegetables, as well as salads and light creams.
It's no surprise that Kate, known for her active and slender style, fits right in at these types of dinners when protocol requires it. This doesn't mean the Princess of Wales lives eternally without carbohydrates; sources close to her say she enjoys pizza and delicious desserts.
In fact, one of the dishes with which William won over his wife was a plate of spaghetti Bolognese. Specifically, some spaghetti that became the signature recipe of the future King of England.