King Charles' 'Tight' State Banquet Security - Including X-Raying Guests' Food
WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD, ENGLAND, JUL 8 – King Charles and Queen Camilla host a 160-guest banquet featuring a collaborative menu by French chef Raymond Blanc, highlighting UK-France diplomatic ties and a special cocktail.
- On Wednesday, King Charles and Queen Camilla host French President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron at Windsor Castle’s St. George’s Hall for a three-day state visit including a lavish banquet.
- Following the invitation, Buckingham Palace noted that French chef Raymond Blanc collaborated with the Royal Household to design the menu, inspired by the historic Entente Cordial.
- The menu features summer vegetables from Gardens of Le Manoir, a cocktail called L’entente, and main courses like Rhug Estate chicken with Norfolk asparagus.
- The banquet aims to strengthen UK–France ties; King Charles addresses security threats, emphasizing unity before guests move to the Music Room for a BBC orchestra performance.
- The Macron visit continues from July 8 to 10, with arrivals at RAF Northolt and a concert at Windsor's Music Room after the banquet.
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