President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are set to host Their Majesties King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Queen Camilla for a State Dinner this evening, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The First Lady spearheaded the preparations for the event, which is intended to celebrate the Special Relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom as Americans commemorate 250 years of independence.
MENU
First Course
Garden Vegetable Velouté
Hearts of Palm
Toasted Shallots
Micro Mint
The evening begins with a delicate garden herb velouté, silky and aromatic, paired with a refreshing hearts of palm salad. This dish is completed with crispy toasted shallots and a hint of micro mint to enhance its brightness and contrast.
Second Course
Spring Herbed Ravioli
Ricotta Cheese
Morels
Parmesan Emulsion
The second course features handcrafted spring herb ravioli, filled with creamy ricotta and earthy morels. The dish is subtly dressed with a light parmesan emulsion, highlighting its flavors.
Third Course
Dover Sole Meunière
Potato Pavé
Spring Ramps
Snow Peas
Parsley Oil
The third course presents a classic dover sole meunière, expertly prepared in nutty brown butter, accompanied by tender spring ramps, sweet snow peas, layered potato pavé, and vibrant parsley oil for a refined, seasonal touch.
Dessert
White House Honey & Vanilla Bean Crémeux
Flourless Chocolate Gâteau
Almond Joconde
Crème Fraîche Ice Cream
For dessert, guests will enjoy a beehive-shaped chocolate gâteau with smooth vanilla bean crémeux custard delicately nestled inside an almond joconde. This refined, feather-light sponge will provide a nutty flavor, complemented by a brown butter crumble. The dessert is finished with crème fraîche ice cream and White House honey.
WINES
The wines selected for the evening are chosen to complement the menu, honoring the shared heritage and enduring friendship between the United States and the United Kingdom, while celebrating the strength of American winemaking.
- Hopkins Riesling “Heritage” 2024, Hopkins Vineyards
- The Penner-Ash Pinot Noir “Willamette Valley” 2022, Penner-Ash Wine Cellars
- The Newton Chardonnay “Unfiltered” 2022, Newton Vineyard
ENTERTAINMENT
The evening’s entertainment will include performances by musicians from the United States military branches: the Marines, Army, and Air Force. Featured acts include “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, The United States Army Chorus, The United States Army Strings, The United States Army Herald Trumpets, The United States Air Force Singing Sergeants, and The United States Air Force Strings.
FLORAL & DÉCOR
The event’s floral and dĂ©cor theme reflects a shared love for gardens. Guests will be greeted by cherry blossoms upon entering the Grand Foyer. Inspired by the beauty of English gardens, the room’s splendor is enhanced with towering trees and garden boxes of lilac. Tables, dressed in green pleated linens, are adorned with seasonal blooms of lilac, butterfly ranunculus, phlox, and lily of the valley, embodying the essence of spring. Lush garden greens are complemented by gold and white accents. The tables feature over 250 pieces of vermeil from the White House collection, alongside hand-crafted ceramics by esteemed American artisans like Ben Wolff. The Clinton Anniversary Service is displayed alongside hand-painted menus, with courses served on both the Clinton and Bush china services. These details, rooted in traditions cherished on both sides of the Atlantic, reflect the enduring friendship between the United States and the United Kingdom.
