{"id":106343,"date":"2026-04-29T00:15:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T00:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/29\/view-the-menu-for-the-british-royal-state-dinner\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T00:16:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T00:16:46","slug":"view-the-menu-for-the-british-royal-state-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/29\/view-the-menu-for-the-british-royal-state-dinner\/","title":{"rendered":"View the menu for the British Royal State Dinner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n<\/p>\n<div data-testid=\"companionColumn-0\">\n<div class=\"css-53u6y8\">\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">President Trump is hosting the second state dinner of his second term in honor of the British monarch, King Charles III, and his wife, Queen Camilla, on Tuesday evening.<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The king has sought to remind Americans of the strong cultural, historical and political ties between Britain and the United States during his official state visit, amid tensions in diplomatic relations and the US-Israeli war in Iran. First lady Melania Trump led preparations for the dinner, which the White House has said is intended to honor the &#8220;special relationship&#8221; between the two countries.<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">Here is the evening dinner menu provided by the White House.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"css-11zi5nh eoo0vm40\" id=\"link-48c8ad25\">Eat<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"css-xbcl5e e1gnsphs0\" id=\"link-75aa4a1b\"><span><strong class=\"css-8qgvsz ebyp5n10\">first course<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Garden Vegetable Veloute<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">hearts of palm<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Roasted Onions<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">micro mint<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The first course offers the delicate garden herb velout\u00e9, silky and fragrant, complemented by a refreshing heart of palm salad. Finished with crisp toasted shallots and a whisper of micro mint for brightness and contrast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"css-ew4tgv\" aria-label=\"companion column\"\/><\/div>\n<div data-testid=\"companionColumn-1\">\n<div class=\"css-53u6y8\">\n<h3 class=\"css-xbcl5e e1gnsphs0\" id=\"link-7c40b3e2\"><span><strong class=\"css-8qgvsz ebyp5n10\">another way<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Spring Herbed Ravioli<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Ricotta Cheese<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">morales<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Parmesan Emulsion<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The second course is composed of handmade Spring Herb Ravioli, featuring herbs from the White House Kitchen Garden, generously filled with creamy ricotta, earthy morels, dressed with a light Parmesan emulsion that enhances the essence of the dish.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"css-xbcl5e e1gnsphs0\" id=\"link-56a08332\"><span><strong class=\"css-8qgvsz ebyp5n10\">third course<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Dover Sole Meunier<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Aloo Pave<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">spring ramp<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">snow peas<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">parsley oil<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The third course is made up of classic Dover sole meunier, expertly prepared and bathed in nutty brown butter. The fish is accompanied by tender spring ramps, sweet snow peas, layered potato pav\u00e9, and vibrant parsley oil for a sophisticated, seasonal finish.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"css-xbcl5e e1gnsphs0\" id=\"link-4d1c2a3e\"><span><strong class=\"css-8qgvsz ebyp5n10\">Sweet<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">White House Honey and Vanilla Bean Cremex<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Flourless Chocolate Gateau<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Almond Joconde<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-1n7yjps etfikam0\">Cr\u00e8me Fra\u00eeche Ice Cream<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"css-ew4tgv\" aria-label=\"companion column\"\/><\/div>\n<div data-testid=\"companionColumn-2\">\n<div class=\"css-53u6y8\">\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">For dessert, guests will be served a sweet bee-shaped chocolate gateau with a smooth vanilla bean cr\u00e8me custard, deliciously set off with an almond joconde. The sophisticated, feather-light sponge will give the Joconde dessert a nutty flavor, balanced by a dollop of brown butter. The honeycomb will be complemented with cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche ice cream and White House honey.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"css-xbcl5e e1gnsphs0\" id=\"link-316493\"><span><strong class=\"css-8qgvsz ebyp5n10\">wine<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The following wines were selected to complement the menu while honoring the shared heritage and enduring friendship between the United States and the United Kingdom and celebrating the strength of American winemaking today.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-1le37cb ez3869y0\">\n<li class=\"css-1i3ul0c eoqvrfo0\">\n<p class=\"css-11haxaj evys1bk0\">Hopkins Riesling &#8220;Legacy&#8221; 2024, Hopkins Vineyards<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-1i3ul0c eoqvrfo0\">\n<p class=\"css-11haxaj evys1bk0\">Penner-Ash Pinot Noir &#8220;Willamette Valley&#8221; 2022, Penner-Ash Wine Cellars<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-1i3ul0c eoqvrfo0\">\n<p class=\"css-11haxaj evys1bk0\">Newton Chardonnay &#8220;Unfiltered&#8221; 2022, Newton Vineyards<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"css-11zi5nh eoo0vm40\" id=\"link-41beea3\">Entertainment<\/h2>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The evening&#8217;s entertainment will feature performances by United States military musicians from the Marines, Army, and Air Force, including &#8220;The President&#8217;s Own&#8221; United States Marine Band, United States Army Chorus, United States Army Strings, United States Army Herald Trumpets, United States Air Force Singing Sergeants, and United States Air Force Strings.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"css-11zi5nh eoo0vm40\" id=\"link-7b69437b\">Flower Arrangements and Decoration<\/h2>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The evening&#8217;s decorations reflected a shared appreciation for the gardens. Cherry blossoms greet guests as they enter the Grand Foyer. Inspired by the beauty of English gardens, tall trees and blooming garden boxes of lilacs grace the room. Tables dressed in green pleated linens were adorned with seasonal flowers of lilac, butterfly ranunculus, phlox and lily of the valley, highlighting the beauty of spring. The lush garden greenery is complemented by gold and white accents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"css-ac37hb evys1bk0\">The tables are set with more than 250 pieces of porcelain from the White House collection, as well as handmade ceramics by distinguished American artisans, including Ben Wolfe. The Clinton anniversary service is presented with a hand-painted menu featuring courses served at both the Clinton and Bush china services. Rooted in traditions cherished on both sides of the Atlantic, these details reflect the long and enduring friendship between the United States and the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"css-ew4tgv\" aria-label=\"companion column\"\/><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Trump is hosting the second state dinner of his second term in honor of the British monarch, King Charles III, and his wife, Queen Camilla, on Tuesday evening. 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