Royal Recipes

Michael Buerk takes a look at the food created for the Queen's afternoon tea. (ROYAL LIFESTYLE)

Anna tries the Royal birthday cake, first made at Buckingham Palace for Queen Mary.

Dr Polly Russell leafs through precious manuscripts at to learn more about Royal eating habits

Visit the Swiss Cottage that Victoria built so her children could learn to grow and cook food

Polly meets the daughter of one of Britain's most famous cooks, and prepare recipes together

A celebration of the food served to the Royals in more rustic mode.

Anna starts with a mini mutton pie a la Windsor, first served at Royal Ascot to King George VI.

Paul cooks a dish inspired by the state visit of President Obama.

Michael Buerk and chef Paul Ainsworth rustle up an exotic pudding, a favourite of Henry VIII.

Dr Polly Russell hears about a 16th century royal 'lads’ night out' that bankrupted England.

Michael and Anna recreate 16th century savoury tarts, which made a king break his fast

Paul sets up the barbecue in the grounds of a former royal palace to prepare gaelic steaks.

Dr Matt Green discovers the rich culinary history of the Queen Mother’s childhood home.

Former royal chef Des Sweeney relives his time in the kitchens at Balmoral Castle.

Using recipes that have been hidden in the royal archive, Paul cooks up quail and potato curry.