Either way, it definitely doesn’t scream “Britain.”Ĭharles and Camilla selected the quiche along with the royal chef, Mark Flanagan, according to The Guardian, “because it is a good sharing dish, can be served hot or cold, suits a variety of dietary requirements and preference, can be adapted, and is not too complicated or costly to make.”ĭarren McGrady, former chef to the royal family, tweeted that he’s made quiche for Charles many times. It’s considered a classic French dish, but it originated in Germany. Special foods for royal events are a thing, and Coronation Chicken (basically chicken salad with curry) became a British staple after it was served at Elizabeth II’s 1953 coronation.īritons are encouraged to gather with friends and neighbors for a “ Big Lunch” on coronation weekend, and the quiche is the suggested culinary centerpiece for these parties.īut isn’t quiche, like, French or something? Why does the coronation even have an official dish? The Brits are known for their dry humor, but I assure you this is not meant to be the least bit funny - not even in the sense that, like, Chekhov is comedy. Let’s begin.Īre you sure it’s not a joke? Sometimes I don’t really get British humor either. Though I am American, I have access to Google, I read Prince Harry’s Spare cover to cover, and I spent a few months living in London 18 years ago, so I am fully qualified to answer all of the burning quiche concerns that are surely running through your mind right now. I know this is a lot to process, but please stay calm. King Charles III has announced that the signature dish of his May 6 coronation is Coronation Quiche, which the royal website describes as a “deep quiche with a crisp, light pastry case and delicate flavours of Spinach, Broad Beans and fresh Tarragon.”

Photo: James Manning/PA Images via Getty Images A dish fit for a king, and maybe no one else.

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