Eat Like the Queen

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Good Morning Everyone,


This was a very short week and honestly, it went by rather rapidly. I don’t have much on my agenda this weekend. Although, I can’t wait to get to the nail salon. I need a “fill-in”, and I need my nails cut down really bad. I hate it when they get too long. Typing is my profession and having long nails is not an elegant feature that I would like to have.


I am also torn about the color. Since autumn has arrived I would like to leave my pink blush color and get back into my reds. I think that might be the color that I get this weekend. I was also thinking about a lilac color but I don’t know yet. Maybe for my toes. 


I still want a do-over for my movie day. I will try to convince my husband to take me to see Gemini Man but we will see. I am also catching up on my favorite Netflix series called “Call the Midwife”. I am currently on Season 7. I just finished Season 6 and I am still loving it! 


Okay, let’s get on with my Friday post. I recently read an article called “ I Ate Like a Member of the Royal Family for a Week and Here’s What Happened”. I found this article very intriguing. I have never read about what any of the Royal Family members eat let alone the Queen. 

















Photo by Mark de Jong on Unsplash







The author Elizabeth Licata talked about her experience trying to follow what the Queen ate for a week. It was quite interesting but what intrigued me the most was what the Queen ate and how often. She eats four small meals a day! I know for a fact that I can’t do that. I have to keep my schedule at three and that is okay. I have different genetics to fight with!



I learned that she doesn’t like garlic (not even in the palace), she plans her meals a week in advance, and she likes her food, fresh, seasonal and local. Okay, your Highness! Those are tips that I will take in as my own!

I also learned that she has a very strong cup of tea in the morning and Special K is her favorite cereal. That’s fun to know! She also thinks that brown eggs taste better than white. I couldn’t agree with her more! I noticed a difference in taste. Her jam is homemade and she has a cocktail before lunch. Interesting…

































photo credit Alessia Cocconi 






She also doesn’t eat starches. Huh? Oh boy, I would struggle with that. I love some roasted potatoes! Other than that the Queen has a pretty good diet with lots of items that keep it interesting. I doubt she eats a whole lot. She is so tiny. 


I hope you all enjoy the article and can maybe take some tips for yourself. I hope you all enjoy your weekend and thanks for reading!












9 replies
  1. Gramspearls
    Gramspearls says:

    Dear Mrs. Shockley,

    I read that article, also. I also read another article that said that the first article was untrue, as to how much alcohol the Queen drinks everyday. (I was relieved!).

    She has staff, so preparing two fresh vegetables every meal would be easier,but like you I could not eliminate carbs completely.

    I have to agree with her on the garlic issue. I can't eat garlic at all! In my field of work and my husband's, garlic and strong onions (sweet onions are fine) are not acceptable. He loves garlic, so on weekends he indulges when we eat out. It was funny to read the author's experience as she followed the 'suggested' weekly menu.

    Warmly, Kathleen

    • Mrs. Shockley
      Mrs. Shockley says:

      Hello Kathleen,
      I am a little relieved to hear that too. It sounded like a lot of alcohol was involved in her day. I also agree with the not having garlic at all. I know there are a lot of health benefits to eating garlic but the smell is just too much for me.

  2. LadyJicky
    LadyJicky says:

    I really enjoyed reading "What the Queen Eats " … like you Mrs Shockley, I love my potatoes and I do love garlic too.
    I have to say … I eat the same amount of veges the Queen eats .
    I love how the author said she was starting to fancy a corgi or two! lol

    • Mrs. Shockley
      Mrs. Shockley says:

      Hello LadyJicky,
      Gotta have those potatoes. They are such a comfort food. I do admire all of the veggies that she eats. It is quite inspiring!

  3. Aliyah
    Aliyah says:

    Thank you for such a great post. I like to know what other folk eat. This sounds very healthy and I may try it.

    • Mrs. Shockley
      Mrs. Shockley says:

      Hello Aliyah,
      I enjoy learning about other plates in the world. You are from Kuwait right? What's your favorite dish?

    • Aliyah
      Aliyah says:

      Hello Mrs. Shockley, my favorite dish in Kuwait is Indian Biryani. It is not a Kuwaiti dish but it is popular in the country. Thank You for replying so kindly.?

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