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lifestyle2 years ago•3 min saved

Jill Biden and Rishi Sunak's Royal Lunch: A Display of Community Spirit.

First Lady Jill Biden attended a SoulCycle class in London's Notting Hill neighborhood with Akshata Murty, wife of British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the morning after the coronation of King Charles III. Biden also attended a special Coronation lunch at No. 10 Downing Street and visited the Charles Dickens Primary School in South London. She was a guest at the coronation, wore a blue ensemble by American designer Ralph Lauren, and later toasted the coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The Downing Street lunch was part of an initiative known as the Big Lunch, designed to bring "neighbours and communities together to share friendship, food and fun."

via The Washington Post|

#big-lunch #coronation #jill-biden

world2 years ago•5 min saved

"King Charles' Coronation: A Mix of Tradition and Celebration"

The coronation celebrations for King Charles III continued with thousands of picnics and street parties held across the UK in his honor, no fancy invite required. The community get-togethers, part of a British tradition known as the Big Lunch, were intended to bring neighbors together to celebrate the crowning even as support for the monarchy wanes. Critics complained about the coronation's cost at a time of exorbitant living expenses amid double-digit inflation. The lower-key events followed regalia-laden pageantry that saw the king and queen crowned together in Westminster Abbey.

via CBS News|

#big-lunch #celebration #coronation

world2 years ago•3 min saved

Key Highlights from King Charles III's Coronation Ceremony.

Thousands of picnics and street parties were held across the UK as part of the Big Lunch tradition to celebrate King Charles III's coronation, despite criticism over the cost and waning support for the monarchy. The king and Queen Camilla did not attend any of the luncheons but planned to attend a concert featuring Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Take That. Protests against the monarchy and fossil fuels resulted in over 50 arrests, including Republic leader Graham Smith. The Metropolitan Police defended their actions, citing the coronation as a once-in-a-generation event.

via New York Post |

#big-lunch #coronation #king-charles-iii

fashion-and-royalty2 years ago•1 min saved

Kate Middleton's Royal Fashion Moments: From Big Lunch to Coronation Planning.

Kate Middleton and Prince William made a surprise appearance at the "Big Lunch" event held outside Windsor Castle as part of the ongoing coronation celebrations. Kate wore an oversized powder blue blazer over a white T-shirt, paired with black cropped trousers and Veja sneakers. She accessorized with diamond hoops and pearl drop earrings. The couple interacted with fans, taking selfies and drinking from cups featuring Union Jack designs.

via InStyle|

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food2 years ago•8 min saved

"Coronation Quiche: A Royal Delight or Overpriced Fad?"

The official coronation quiche, made with spinach, broad bean and tarragon, has been given the stamp of approval by Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith. The dish was sampled at a special Big Lunch at Westminster Abbey, attended by faith leaders from across the country, and was made in the Buckingham Palace kitchen. The quiche recipe was chosen by the King and Queen Consort because it works as a sharing dish, can be served hot or cold, suits a wide range of dietary requirements and can be easily adapted to suit different tastes. The Big Lunch is a community celebration run by the Eden Project and funded by the National Lottery.

via Daily Mail|

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