Paul Ainsworth makes an exotic pudding, a favourite of Henry VIII's. Royal cake maker Mich Turner recreates Prince Charles' sumptuous birthday cake. Dr Annie Gray discovers how an exotic fruit sparked an architectural trend.
Paul Ainsworth makes an exotic pudding, a favourite of Henry VIII's. Royal cake maker Mich Turner recreates Prince Charles' sumptuous birthday cake. Dr Annie Gray discovers how an exotic fruit sparked an architectural trend.
Michael and Paul discover a favourite dish of a 14th-century king. Matthew Green discovers the culinary history of Glamis Castle. Chef Galton Blackiston recalls a dish he made for a charity event.
Michael and Anna cook up a fastidious queen's favourite pie. Historian Dr Polly Russell goes to Gloucester to trace the history of an ancient royal delicacy, and chef Cyrus Todiwala puts a royal twist on a classic British pudding.
Michael and Paul re-imagine a dish served to a grumpy Persian monarch in the early 20th-century. Dr Annie Gray climbs aboard to discover the luxury royals travelled in on the royal train.
Michael and Anna recreate George V's favourite curry. Historian Dr Polly Russell learns how Sir Francis Drake made a fortune for queen and country. We learn the secrets of a famous condiment that's been a royal favourite for generations.
Michael and Paul recreate the pudding served to the Olympic Committee as part of London's successful bid to host the games. Dr Annie Gray discovers George V's passion for sailing at Cowes.
Michael and Anna sample a luxurious dish created for Charles II. Wine expert Joe Fattorini meets the 8th generation of vintners to the royals. We discover the ingredients that went into a lavish dish at a royal banquet.
Paul Ainsworth recreates a staple of wartime palace meals. There is a visit to Britain's oldest brewery. Chef Rob Kennedy remembers an extraordinary event commemorate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Anna Haugh fires up the barbecue for a favourite dish of Princess Anne. Dr Annie Gray explores the history of ice cream. A former royal chef recalls his time in the kitchens at Balmoral Castle.
Michael and Paul recreate a dish served at one of the most lavish banquets of all time. Dr Polly Russell hears about a night out that bankrupted England. Michael Caines recreates a dish he cooked for the Queen at Royal Ascot.
Michael and Anna make biscuits which originally celebrated the birth of a 16th-century prince. Matthew Green learns about happy holidays spent at Glamis. A former royal chef recreates a dish inspired by a state visit to Iceland.
Paul impresses Michael with a dish from the Queen's 80th birthday dinner. Carolyn Robb remembers a special children's tea party. Matthew Green sips a royal cocktail at the Savoy Hotel.