This brilliant collection of sweet confections and savoury nibbles will inspire and entice bakers and lovers of afternoon tea, of all ages. Set against a backdrop of twelve of Britain's most stunning palaces and residences, the recipes are a mix of traditional, contemporary and whimsical; each one with its own unique twist. Every chapter tells a tale, with inspiration drawn from sources as diverse as a 200-year-old royal banquet menu, an intriguing 17th-century chocolate kitchen commissioned by William III and Queen Victoria's highland retreat. Gingerbread soldiers in sentry boxes, striking raspberry swirl meringues, miniaturised cream scones, cacao nib nuggets and warm salmon tartlets are just a few of the teatime temptations. Written by the Former Personal Chef to TRH the Prince and Princess of Wales.

The royal chef to The Prince & Princess of Wales, Prince William, and Prince Harry shares 50 of her best-loved holiday dishes so everyone can celebrate like royalty. Inspired by England's classic Christmastime dishes and 10 of the most popular and luxurious palaces, royal chef Carolyn Robb presents 50 festive recipes to ring in the holiday season. Featuring favorite baked treats, from the nation's classic figgy pudding and Christmas cake to more contemporary fare, this beautiful collection offers a taste of the history and timeless tradition of a royal British Christmas.

The former royal chef to TRH The Prince & Princess of Wales, Prince William and Prince Harry shares 50 of her best-loved recipes fit for any teatime event. Carolyn Robb presents sumptuous recipes for delectable sweet and savory tea-time treats, which are tied to twelve of Britain's best-loved royal palaces and castles. Recipes include gingerbread sentry boxes and soldiers; the ultimate child's afternoon tea treat. There are miniature clotted cream and raspberry scones; fit for a royal garden party and an elegant lemon and elderflower cake - echoing the one served at Harry and Meghan's wedding at Windsor Castle. Each recipe has a story of its own and offers a taste of the traditions surrounding British afternoon tea. Recipes rely on seasonal ingredients and have easy-to-follow instructions so that cooks of all ages and skill levels can create something spectacular. The cookbook is filled with beautiful food imagery and inspiration for serving an afternoon tea fit for a Queen. ROYAL INSIDER: Carolyn Robb served as a chef to the royal family for 13 years, creating both intimate family meals and large formal events. 50 RECIPES: Create a royal tea party with sweets and savories. Both US and metric measurements are included for every recipe. INSPIRING IMAGES: The cookbook is filled with beautiful food imagery/photography and inspiration for serving an afternoon tea fit for a Queen. PALACE TOUR: Take a virtual visit to 12 fascinating, popular palaces and castles. CLASSICS MADE MODERN: Recipes feature seasonal ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions so that cooks of every skill level can create their own spectacular palace tea party.

The former royal chef to TRH The Prince & Princess of Wales, Prince William, and Prince Harry shares 50 of her best-loved Christmas recipes, set against a backdrop of historical royal Christmas traditions. Some of Britain's best-loved Christmas traditions are brought to life in this colourful collection of recipes. Former royal chef Carolyn Robb presents 50 festive ideas that will inspire cooks and 'lovers-of-Christmas', of all ages. Set against a backdrop of historical royal traditions and 8 splendid palaces, the recipes in this book offer an authentic, yet contemporary, taste of the timeless tradition of a British Christmas; featuring everything from a Gingerbread Village to Bramble Vodka, Blue Cheese and Walnut Biscuits to Tomato and Sweet Red Pepper Relish. ROYAL INSIDER: Carolyn Robb served as a personal chef to the Royal Family for 13 years, creating everything from intimate family meals to formal events. 50 RECIPES: This collection includes something for everyone including a breakfast menu fit for a King, magical edible creations for children and even Christmas preserves. INSPIRING IMAGES: Filled with beautiful food photography and inspiration for creating a festive feast fit for a Queen! PALACE TOUR: Take a virtual visit to 8 splendid royal palaces. FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: With easy-to-follow instructions, cooking tips, alternate ingredients suggestions and stunning photgraphs and images, cooks of every skill level can create beautiful Christmas treats and gifts. A ROYAL GIFT: This book is perfect for the anglophile in your life who can't get enough festive British cooking, baking and gifting.

The Royal Touch is a beautiful compilation of stunning recipes gathered from far and wide on an incredible culinary journey. It is one that has covered three continents over several decades and has taken in many a royal palace along the way. Carolyn Robb, former personal chef to TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Prince Harry, presents the food that she loves to serve to her family and friends; food that is fit for a king, yet is accessible to us all. Inspired by everything from her mother's home-cooking, memories of her happy childhood in South Africa and her extensive travels to the extraordinary experiences of 13 years as a chef in the royal household, Carolyn's recipes are simple to prepare and perfect to share. Whether you are entertaining special guests, going on a picnic, planning a cosy fireside supper, cooking with children or you simply feel like trying your hand at some baking, this book has it all and the ingredients you require won't break the bank.