Princess Anne surprises with her choice of breakfast, while King Charles’s renovations on royal estates bring delight to his grandchildren. Details on the lesser-seen aspects of royal life and their dedication to personal and public responsibilities.
Princess Anne, known for her robust work ethic, has a distinctive preference for overripe or moldy fruit for breakfast, particularly bananas that are nearly black, which she believes aid digestion. This detail was provided by Darren McGrady, a former royal chef, who also noted that she has specific ways she enjoys her bananas prepared. Despite her unconventional choice in food, Princess Anne maintained a busy schedule, engaging in 457 royal duties in 2023 alone. Additionally, she enjoys snacks like kiwi and kippers, sending a letter of appreciation to a kipper producer. On royal flights, she prefers Fray Bentos pies over more luxurious first-class offerings, according to King Charles’s former pilot.
King Charles has dedicated parts of his royal estates to create engaging and educational environments for his grandchildren, including Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. He converted a field at Birkhall Estate into a woodland named after Prince George and updated facilities at Highgrove House and Dumfries House to include child-friendly features like a new playground with a treehouse tower, symbolizing his commitment to his family and environmental stewardship.
Meghan Markle received a “rare honour” from King Charles when he walked her down the aisle during her wedding, a gesture of welcome and support due to the absence of her father. Despite their subsequent step back from senior royal roles and move to the U.S., Meghan, along with Prince Harry, has remained active in public circles. This includes planning an “unofficial royal tour” in Nigeria and attending public events such as a charity polo match. Their ongoing public presence continues to attract significant media attention.
