Let me tell you a heartwarming tale of love, laughter, and a little bit of cooking. Before Duchess Kate, formally known as Catherine Middleton, became the love of Prince William's life, they were just two students navigating the ups and downs of university life at the University of St. Andrews in the early 2000s. During a recent appearance on BBC's A Berry Royal Christmas, Kate opened up about the early days of their relationship and how Prince William tried to sweep her off her feet with some culinary skills.
College Love: William's Kitchen Adventures
When asked by British TV icon Mary Berry if Prince William ever cooks for her, Kate responded with a playful smile, "He sometimes does, actually." She went on to reminisce about their college days, sharing that William was quite the breakfast wizard. "He’s really good at breakfast," the 37-year-old royal said. "Back in our university days, he used to cook all sorts of meals. It was definitely his way of trying to impress me, Mary," she added with a laugh. "Things like bolognese sauce and other hearty dishes were part of his repertoire back then." It’s clear that even in their younger years, William was determined to make a lasting impression on Kate.
Holiday Cooking Traditions with the Kids
Mary then turned her attention to William, asking if the future King of England would be involving their children—Prince George, 6, Princess Charlotte, 4, and Prince Louis, 1—in the holiday cooking festivities. "We're talking about making mince pies this year," the proud father replied with a warm smile. "I absolutely love mince pies. If the kids want to join in and cook mince pies, I’m more than happy to help them out." It’s moments like these that truly show the family-oriented side of the royal couple.
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Growing Their Own Vegetables
The royal couple, who first crossed paths in 2001 during their freshman year at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, shared some delightful details about their family’s eating habits. "We grow our own vegetables," Kate proudly told Mary. "We’ve got carrots, beans, and beetroot—Louis absolutely loves beetroot!" she added. Kate also revealed her daughter's favorite crop, sharing that "Charlotte obviously likes her Charlotte potatoes." It’s evident that the family enjoys spending time together in the garden, nurturing their crops and enjoying the fruits of their labor.
During the heartwarming TV special, which aired on BBC One on December 16, Kate opened up about a special birthday tradition she shares with her three children. Speaking with Great British Bake Off judge Mary Berry, Kate shared her love for baking when it's one of her children's birthdays. "I absolutely adore making the cake," she gushed. "It’s become a tradition that I stay up till midnight, whipping up ridiculous amounts of cake mix and icing. I might make way too much, but I truly enjoy every minute of it."
The royal family’s bond extends beyond the kitchen, as Kate revealed one of Louis’ first words was inspired by none other than Mary Berry herself. "One of Louis’ first words was 'Mary' because all my cooking books are right at his height on the kitchen bookshelf," she shared with a chuckle. "Children are really drawn to faces, and your face is all over your cooking books. He would say, 'That's Mary Berry,' and he’d definitely recognize you if he saw you today." It’s
