Inside the King's state banquet for the Sultan of Oman: From the Royal procession to the Omani-inspired cocktail adapted through a 'distinctly British lens'

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Lawton, K., & English, R. (2026, October 20). Inside the King's state banquet for the Sultan of Oman: From the Royal procession to the Omani-inspired cocktail adapted through a 'distinctly British lens'. Daily Mail. https://www.dailymail.com/news/royals/article-16224857/Inside-King-state-banquet-Sultan-Oman-Kate.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

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Daily Mail · collected 2026-10-21 · by Katherine Lawton, Rebecca English

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King Charles III hosted a state banquet at Windsor Castle for the Sultan of Oman on Tuesday night. The event featured an elaborate 50-meter long table set with over 160 settings and the Grand Service, a collection of more than 4,000 silver-gilt pieces commissioned by George IV. Guests dined on Scottish langoustine, Cornish crab, and Windsor pheasant, among other dishes, while being entertained by music and decorative elements including pomegranates from a tree planted by the late Duke of Edinburgh. The article provides details about the royal procession and menu, highlighting the blend of Omani inspiration adapted through a "distinctly British lens."
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King Charles III welcomed Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman for a three-day state visit, praising Oman's diplomatic efforts in a conflict-ridden region. The visit began with formal welcomes by King Charles and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle, followed by a military honor guard reception. During the state banquet on Tuesday night, Charles highlighted his delight at Prince William’s friendship with Sultan Haitham's son, referring to it as a "happier symbol of success" in passing relationships between generations.

In parallel, Prince Harry released an interview with GQ magazine where he expressed a desire for reconciliation with his family but also implied that some people did not want this to happen. Charles addressed the ongoing tensions by emphasizing Oman's role as a trusted interlocutor during times of conflict in the Middle East. The state visit included discussions on defense, trade, investment, and maritime security between Britain and Oman. Additionally, plans were announced for new two-way investment agreements and educational scholarship programs aimed at fostering closer ties between both nations. Despite these formalities, Prince Harry's interview threatened to overshadow parts of the diplomatic event. Charles also praised Oman’s efforts in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route currently blocked by Iran. Throughout the visit, there was considerable focus on security cooperation and economic growth as key priorities for future bilateral relations.

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“Both articles describe the same state banquet hosted by King Charles for the Sultan of Oman at Windsor Castle on the same date, mentioning similar details about the guests and menu.”
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“Both articles describe the King's state banquet for the Sultan of Oman on the same day, with similar context and details.”
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“Both articles describe King Charles hosting a state banquet for the Sultan of Oman on the same date.”
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“Article A describes the initial welcome ceremony on October 20th, while Article B focuses on a state banquet that took place later during Sultan Haitham's visit.”
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Katherine Lawton
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🔮 The centre 12-light St George and the dragon candelabra, commissioned by William IV in 1833, was decorated with pomegranates grown on a tree planted by the late Duke of Edinburgh around 50 years ago on the East Terrace.
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Topics

Cornish Gloucester Oman Omani Scottish

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Camilla PERSON · 4× Charles PERSON · 3× Oman GPE · 3× Cornish NORP · 2× Gloucester GPE · 2× H.E. Sayyid Khalid Hilal Al Busaidy PERSON · 2× H.H. Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said PERSON · 2× Scottish NORP · 2× Windsor Estate ORG · 2× Omani NORP · 1×

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H.E. Gen Sultan Mohammed Al Nomani Mrs. Laura Pye H.E. Sayyid Hamood Faisal Al Busaidi The Baroness von Westenholz Mr. Scott McDonald Dr Madiha Ahmed Al Shaibani H.E. Hussain Ali Abdullatif The Rt. Hon. Dame Emily Thornberry H.E. Anwar Hilal Al Jabri The Countess of Kinnoull H.E. Badr Mohammed Al Mantheri The Lady True The Princess of Wales and H.E. Sayyid Khalid Hilal Al Busaidy walk in procession to the state banquet Queen Camilla and H.H. Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said walk in procession to the event Menu Tartine au Crabe et Langoustine d'Ecosse, Céleri, Avocat et Gelée de Tomate Croute of Scottish Langoustine and Cornish Crab with Avocado, Tomato consommé, and Celery Faisan du Windsor Poêlé en Cocotte, Coing aux épices Chou Farci, Pommes Fondantes Sauce à la Moutarde de Dijon Pot Roasted Windsor Pheasant with Spiced Quince Stuffed Cabbage and Braised Fondant Potatoes in a Dijon Mustard Sauce Selection of assorted seasonal vegetables Omelette Norvégienne Individual Baked Alaska with Balmoral Plum and Windsor Estate Honey Ice Cream One hundred and sixty guests were invited to dine on Scottish langoustine and Cornish crab Cutlery on the grand table was the castle's finest Britain's King Charles delivers a speech at the State Banquet at Windsor Castle Wine List Langham, Blanc de Blancs Chassagne-Montrachet, Premier Cru 'Morgeot', Marquis de Laguiche, Joseph Drouhin, 2023 Château Margaux, Premier Grand Cru Classé, 1979 Comtes de Champagne, Taittinger, 1998 Flowers
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🔮 The centre 12-light St George and the dragon candelabra, commissioned by William IV in 1833, was decorated with pomegranates grown on a tree planted by the late Duke of Edinburgh around 50 years ago on the East Terrace.

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From its sparkling table decorations to the Omani-inspired cocktails and royal guest list, Charles's state banquet at Windsor Castle on Tuesday night was fit for a king. asserted
banquet → sparkle → king
The monarch, accompanied by his wife Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales and other working royals, hosted the Sultan of Oman and 160 other guests for the feast at St George's Hall this evening. asserted
monarch → accompany → Hall
Guests were invited to indulge on Scottish langoustine and Cornish crab, pot roasted Windsor pheasant and stuffed cabbage, individual baked Alaskas with Balmoral Plum and Windsor Estate honey ice cream. asserted
Guests → invite → Plum
The meal was washed down with a variety of wines, although Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said toasted with a soft drink. asserted
Said → wash → drink
Tuesday night's 50 metre long table, which ran the whole length of the room, was laid with 480 knives, 480 forks, 160 spoons and the Grand Service, commissioned by George IV, which runs to more than 4,000 silver-gilt pieces. asserted
which → run → pieces
The centre 12-light St George and the dragon candelabra, commissioned by William IV in 1833, was decorated with pomegranates grown on a tree planted by the late Duke of Edinburgh around 50 years ago on the East Terrace. asserted
George → commission → Terrace
Guests included athlete Mazoon Al Alawi, sailor Mohsin Al Busaidi and Andy Burnham, in what marked his first state banquet as Prime Minister. asserted
what → include → Minister
The Daily Mail takes a look at all the details from Tuesday night's glittering event, from the Royal procession to the menu, flowers and music. asserted
Mail → take → menu
The table was laid with 480 knives, 480 forks, 160 spoons and the Grand Service The Prince and Princess of Wales ahead of the state banquet for the Sultan of Oman King Charles, the Sultan of Oman and Queen Camilla at the banquet The Royal Procession The King The Sultan of Oman H.H. Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said Queen Camilla The Prince of Wales Ms Dina Macki H.E. Sayyid Khalid Hilal Al Busaidy The Princess of Wales H.E. Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi The Princess Royal Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence Ms Dee Caffari The Duke of Gloucester Dr Elisabeth Kendall H.E. Dr. Hamad Said Al Oufi The Duchess of Gloucester H.H. Sayyid Shahib bin Tarik Al Said asserted
table → lay → Gloucester
H.E. Gen Sultan Mohammed Al Nomani Mrs. Laura Pye H.E. Sayyid Hamood Faisal Al Busaidi The Baroness von Westenholz Mr. Scott McDonald Dr Madiha Ahmed Al Shaibani H.E. Hussain Ali Abdullatif The Rt. Hon. Dame Emily Thornberry H.E. Anwar Hilal Al Jabri The Countess of Kinnoull H.E. Badr Mohammed Al Mantheri The Lady True The Princess of Wales and H.E. Sayyid Khalid Hilal Al Busaidy walk in procession to the state banquet Queen Camilla and H.H. Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said walk in procession to the event Menu Tartine au Crabe et Langoustine d'Ecosse, Céleri, Avocat et Gelée de Tomate Croute of Scottish Langoustine and Cornish Crab with Avocado, Tomato consommé, and Celery Faisan du Windsor Poêlé en Cocotte, Coing aux épices Chou Farci, Pommes Fondantes Sauce à la Moutarde de Dijon Pot Roasted Windsor Pheasant with Spiced Quince Stuffed Cabbage and Braised Fondant Potatoes in a Dijon Mustard Sauce Selection of assorted seasonal vegetables Omelette Norvégienne Individual Baked Alaska with Balmoral Plum and Windsor Estate Honey Ice Cream One hundred and sixty guests were invited to dine on Scottish langoustine and Cornish crab Cutlery on the grand table was the castle's finest Britain's King Charles delivers a speech at the State Banquet at Windsor Castle Wine List Langham, Blanc de Blancs Chassagne-Montrachet, Premier Cru 'Morgeot', Marquis de Laguiche, Joseph Drouhin, 2023 Château Margaux, Premier Grand Cru Classé, 1979 Comtes de Champagne, Taittinger, 1998 Flowers asserted
Charles → walk → Montrachet
The flowers include handpicked seasonal flowers from the gardens at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and The Savill Garden in Windsor Great Park Music A BOYCE SUITE (I & II) Boyce arr. Benoy PRELUDE FROM TE DEUM Charpentier arr. Edwards TRAUMEREI (NO.7) Schumann arr. Longfield MANNHEIM Martin HORNPIPE FROM 'WATER MUSIC SUITE' Handel arr. Naughtin TONIGHT Bernstein arr. asserted
flowers → include → Edwards
TETRIS RAGTIME Page arr. asserted
Page → arr → ?
LIBERTANGO Piazzolla arr. asserted
Piazzolla → arr → ?
SWEET AFTON Trad arr. Leavitt asserted
Trad → arr → Leavitt
ALLEGRO IN G FROM CONCERTO FOR TWO GUITARS Vivaldi arr. Frackenpohl BRANDENBURG CONCERTO NO. 3 Bach arr. Naughtin Captain Alexandra Nixon Director of Music The Duchess of Edinburgh's String Orchestra asserted
Bach → arr → Edinburgh
The Sultan and King Charles share a laugh at the banquet this evening asserted
Sultan → share → banquet
Kate smiles during the banquet while sitting at the table for dinner A portrait of the Prince and Princess of Wales at the event at Windsor Castle this evening The Princess Royal and the Duke of Gloucester ahead of the state banquet The Princess of Wales dazzles in a yellow gown for the special event this evening Pipe Programme March: ARTHUR BIGNOLD OF LOCHROSQUE Strathspey: DORRATOR BRIDGE Reel: KALABAKAN March: BEIDH AONACH AMARACH Pipe Major James Bell 1st Battalion The Scots Guards asserted
Princess → smile → LOCHROSQUE
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