US President Donald Trump was honored with a glittering state banquet hosted by the King and Queen at St George’s Hall, Windsor. The event, planned over six months, brought together approximately 160 guests, including politicians, dignitaries, and celebrities.
Guests were seated at tables decorated with seasonal flowers and herbs sourced from the gardens of Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, arranged in elegant silver-gilt centerpieces. The evening showcased the pinnacle of royal ceremony and hospitality.
Three-Course French Menu for Trump and Guests
Royal chefs prepared a three-course French menu, carefully curated for the occasion:
- Starter: Hampshire watercress panna cotta with Parmesan shortbread and quail egg salad
- Main Course: Organic Norfolk chicken ballotine wrapped in zucchini, served with a thyme and savory-infused jus
- Dessert: Vanilla ice cream bombe with Kentish raspberry sorbet and lightly poached Victoria plums
The menu highlighted the best of British seasonal ingredients, presented with a royal touch of elegance.
Fine Wines and Historic Drinks
The banquet featured an impressive wine selection, including:
- Wiston Estate Cuvee 2016
- Domaine Bonneau de Martray Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2018
- Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 2000
- Pol Roger Extra Cuvee de Reserve 1998
Following the meal, rare and historic drinks were served, including a 1945 vintage port to honor Trump as the 45th US President and a 1912 cognac in tribute to his Scottish-born mother.
Part of the Official UK State Visit
The lavish banquet is part of Trump’s official UK state visit, following a ceremonial welcome full of pomp and pageantry. The evening emphasized the longstanding diplomatic ties between the United States and the United Kingdom, blending historic tradition with contemporary elegance.
