Queen's Favorite Dish: Gaelic Steaks | Behind the Scenes with the Royal Chef

TLDRJoin me as I share my experience as the former chef to the Queen, Princess Diana, and the Princes William and Harry. Learn how to make one of the Queen's favorite dishes, Gaelic steaks, and discover some interesting insights about the royal kitchen.

Key insights

👑Working as a royal chef was a dream come true for me.

🍽️The Queen's meals were rich in cream, butter, and fat.

🤝I had the opportunity to meet the Queen and cook for her.

🍗The Queen prefers her meat well-done.

🥂The Queen enjoys champagne and German wines.

Q&A

How did you become a royal chef?

After watching the royal wedding, I applied for a job and got hired.

What was the Queen's favorite dish?

One of her favorites was Gaelic steaks, which we prepared with beef or venison.

Did you get to meet the Queen?

Yes, I had the chance to meet her during my time working in the royal kitchens.

What was it like working for the Queen?

It was an incredible experience, and I learned that the Queen prefers traditional French cuisine.

What were some of the challenges of cooking for the Queen?

One challenge was that she liked the same dishes over and over again, but occasionally she would request something new.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction: I am Darren McGrady, the former royal chef.

02:00Meeting the Queen: I had the opportunity to meet the Queen while working at Balmoral Castle.

03:30The Queen's Preferences: The Queen likes her meat well-done and prefers rich and indulgent dishes.

04:50Menu Selection: The Queen had the final say in selecting the menus for royal events.

06:30The Queen's Favorites: The Queen had her favorite dishes that she would request frequently.