Prince William stepped into one of Britain’s most loyal food rivalries on Friday when he shared how Queen Elizabeth II liked her scones served. During a radio appearance in Cornwall, the Prince of Wales said his grandmother preferred cream first, then jam, backing the Devon method over the Cornish one. Hours later, Meghan Markle appeared to land on the same side of the debate. A clip posted on her As Ever Instagram account showed a sliced scone topped with cream before raspberry spread, drawing quick comparisons online.
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William made the comment while speaking on Heart FM during a visit to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. "I love that I'm the authority on the scones. I can only tell you what I learned from my grandmother, and she would definitely, she would have the cream on first," said Prince William according to Daily Mail. He softened the point with a diplomatic follow-up, adding that it tastes good either way. Still, his answer carried extra weight because of his close bond with the late Queen and his current role as Duke of Cornwall.
Meghan Markle Posts Cream-First Scone Clip
Later that weekend, Meghan’s lifestyle brand shared a short video tied to Memorial Day plans. The post showed cream added to a halved scone before a spoonful of raspberry spread, plus honey and flower sprinkles. That detail quickly caught attention, with some social media users questioning why a British teatime staple was featured for an American holiday. Others focused on the recipe itself, arguing over the texture of the scone and whether honey belonged on top. Meghan has previously referenced serving preserves over warm scones on her brand’s website.
William Praises Catherine After Her Italy Trip
The same interview also gave William a chance to speak warmly about Catherine after her recent return to solo overseas duties. He praised her role at home and her strength after cancer treatment. "She's an amazing mum and an amazing wife, and literally our family couldn't cope without her so she's been absolutely stunning," he said. As reported by Daily Mail, he also shared that she came back from Italy "buzzing," a sign of renewed energy as she resumes public work after a difficult period for the family.
Prince William Opens Up About School-Run Chaos
Away from the tea-table debate, William also offered a glimpse into everyday family life. He joked about the morning rush with Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, while Prince George is away boarding in Berkshire. Jam sandwiches, fingerprints in the car, and arguments over what to listen to all featured in his account. He even sent a playful on-air message to his children, asking them to be on time and not to fight. The prince also spoke fondly about the Isles of Scilly, a place tied to childhood holidays and now family breaks of his own.
