Trump Reflects on Windsor Castle Banquet Experience

During a recent state visit to the United Kingdom, Donald Trump shared his impressions of a lavish banquet at Windsor Castle, hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla. The U.S. President, who spent two days in the royal residence from March 5 to March 7, 2024, described his dining experience in straightforward terms, stating he ate “whatever the hell they served us.”

The state banquet featured a menu that showcased British culinary traditions. Attendees enjoyed Hampshire watercress panna cotta served with parmesan shortbread and quail egg salad. The main course consisted of organic Norfolk chicken ballotine wrapped in courgettes, accompanied by a thyme and savoury infused jus. For dessert, guests were treated to a bombe glacee cardinal, a vanilla ice cream bombe with a Kentish raspberry sorbet center and poached Victoria plums, according to reports from the Express.

Reflecting on his trip, Trump expressed his admiration for King Charles, stating, “I got to know him very well.” He highlighted the significance of the visit and the respect shown to the U.S. by the royal family. “They treated us great. They treated our country great,” he added, emphasizing the grandeur of the event and the prominence of the guests present, whom he referred to as “the biggest people in the world.”

Trump also commented on the interactions between Melania Trump and the Princess of Wales, noting that his wife found her to be “great” and “a very wonderful person.” He remarked on the positive dynamics, saying, “William is wonderful. And I knew Charles as a prince and now I know him as a king, and he’s doing very well.”

Throughout his visit, Trump was impressed by the art and history he encountered at Windsor Castle. He claimed to have seen “more paintings than any human being has ever seen,” underscoring the cultural richness of the royal residence.

The visit concluded with Trump expressing gratitude for the warm reception he received, highlighting the diplomatic importance of the occasion. His remarks reflect an ongoing relationship between the U.S. and the British monarchy, emphasizing respect and collaboration between the two nations.