3 chapters across the catalog
David Dimbleby, Buckingham Palace, After-Dinner Speeches
Glen Ocsko recounts a personal anecdote regarding a retirement dinner for David Dimbleby at Buckingham Palace. He describes how Princess Anne, as the patron of a charity, organized the event for fifteen guests. Ocsko shares his experience of delivering the after-dinner speech at the royal residence.
Buckingham Palace Charity Dinner, Princess Anne, and American Etiquette
A host shares his experience attending a formal dinner at Buckingham Palace hosted by Princess Anne for a charity event involving David Dimbleby. He describes the high level of service, including having one butler for every two guests and the intricate pairing of wines with courses. He highlights a humorous culture clash where American guests requested Diet Coke, forcing a butler to navigate the massive palace grounds to fulfill the unconventional request.
Buckingham Palace Garden Parties, Princess Anne and Mike Tindall
A host describes attending garden parties at Buckingham Palace through work with a yurt company patronized by Princess Anne. One story involves a guest's mother planting a cutting taken from the Queen's garden. The discussion also mentions rugby player Mike Tindall's presence at Hospitality Finder events and the protocol involved when meeting the Queen.
