In the season finale of Raymond Blanc’s Royal Kitchen Gardens, the celebrated French chef returns to Highgrove House in Gloucestershire, the private residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. In this episode, Raymond explores the important educational centre and its ethical principles, which are closely aligned with the King’s well-known passion for sustainability.
Raymond explores the walled gardens with gardener Mel, who shares insights into the organic principles that guide the estate’s gardening practices. Mel also reveals how King Charles himself built these gardens from scratch.
The episode highlights the importance of sustainability and organic values, which are closely aligned with the King’s well-known passion for environmental stewardship.
Raymond also meets with the royal beekeeper, Stephen, who demonstrates the art of managing beehives. Raymond and Stephen discuss their shared enthusiasm for bees and honey, reflecting on the importance of nature and the environment.
Throughout the series, Raymond has enjoyed unprecedented access to some of the most incredible royal kitchen gardens across the UK. He has visited Hampton Court Palace, the Castle of Mey in Scotland, Dumfries House, and Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland. In each location, he has met with royal gardeners and chefs, learning about the unique history and produce of each garden.
Raymond Blanc’s Royal Kitchen Gardens has offered a fascinating insight into the culinary world of royalty, and the finale at Highgrove House promises to be a fitting conclusion to this informative and engaging series.
Raymond Blanc’s Royal Kitchen Gardens airs on ITV1 at 11:30 am on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
