It’s that time of the year again, and as the festive season approaches, the British monarchy gears up for their annual Christmas celebrations.

Today, we bring you an exclusive insight into what King Charles and Queen Camilla are likely to have on their plates during their family lunch at Sandringham.

Darren McGrady, a former chef for the royal family turned food writer, has spilled the beans on their traditional Christmas dinner.

According to McGrady, who has cooked up lavish feasts for the royals in the past, Queen Elizabeth II had a surprisingly simple palate when it came to Christmas.

Despite her extravagant lifestyle, she enjoyed the same meal every year, just like the rest of us.

McGrady revealed, “They’re actually boring when it comes to festivities.

They didn’t do hams or anything, just traditional turkeys.”

In fact, three turkeys were prepared for the queen and her family in the royal dining room, with additional ones for the children’s nursery and the staff, ensuring everyone had a proper Christmas lunch.

This year, as the festive spirit fills the air, King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to follow suit and opt for a traditional turkey as the centerpiece of their meal.

Alongside the turkey, they will likely savor mashed and roast potatoes, as well as delectable stuffings such as chestnut or sage and onion.

McGrady also mentioned that a medley of vegetables, including brussels sprouts, carrots, and roast parsnips, will grace their plates.

And of course, no Christmas feast is complete without the accompaniment of cranberry or bread sauce.

Before indulging in their grand Christmas lunch, the royal family will start their day with a hearty breakfast at 9 a.m.

Following this, they will make their way to St. Mary Magdalene Church for the traditional 11 a.m. service.

Once they return to their country residence, which has now been passed on to King Charles III after the sad demise of Queen Elizabeth II, pre-lunch drinks will be served immediately.

This year’s Christmas dinner at Sandringham is set to be a departure from the usual protocol, as Camilla’s family will be among the 40 guests invited.

Traditionally, senior royals would dine without non-royal guests, making this a significant change.

Furthermore, it remains uncertain whether Prince Harry and Meghan will be in attendance.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, along with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, were rumored to be spending the festive season in the UK, marking their first Christmas with the royal family since 2018.

As the holiday season approaches, it’s heartwarming to see that even the royal family enjoys a simple and traditional Christmas feast.