After a fake picture of Trump eating spaghetti went viral, here's what was actually served at the state banquet with King Charles.
The 79-year-old president's historic second state visit to the UK was marked by grand ceremonies and a lavish banquet with the King.
However, amid the pageantry, a doctored photo of Trump eating spaghetti at the royal event sparked a flurry of comments and reactions on social media.
As the image quickly caught the attention of many, some users were quick to point out that it was likely fake.
One user on X remarked: "If some have to question this, then my god we're in trouble." Another pointed out: "Definitely not real - the guy behind Trump grabbed his empty plate, and it definitely wasn’t spaghetti."
A third added: "Anyone believing they had spaghetti at a state dinner is an idiot. Photoshopped."
As many have stated, spaghetti was not on the menu for the lavish state banquet, which was held at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, September 17.
Instead, the meal served for 160 distinguished guests, including politicians, business moguls, and members of the royal family, was nothing short of exquisite.
The Lavish Banquet Menu
According to The Independent, guests dined on a French menu that included gourmet dishes such as Panna Cotta de Cresson et Oeufs de Caille sur Sable de Parmesan - which is a Hampshire Watercress Panna Cotta with Parmesan Shortbread and Quail Egg Salad.
Ballotine de Poulet Fermier en Robe de Courgettes, which translates to Organic Norfolk Chicken Ballotine wrapped in Courgettes with a Thyme and Savoury Infused Jus.
Dessert was a decadent Bombe Glacee Cardinal, consisting of Vanilla Ice Cream Bombe with Kentish Raspberry Sorbet and lightly poached Victoria Plums.
In addition to the meal, a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits accompanied the banquet, such as Wiston Estate Cuvee 2016, Domaine Bonneau de Martray, Corton-Charlemagne, Grand Cru 2018, and Ridge Vineyards, Monte Bello 2000.
Guests were also treated to a 1945 Warre’s Vintage Port, Hennessy 1912 Cognac, and Bowmore Queen’s Cask 1980 Whisky - the latter a nod to Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee in 2002.
A special cocktail, the Transatlantic Whisky Sour, was also created for the occasion, offering a twist on the classic drink.
Trump’s Historic Second State Visit to the UK
Trump and the First Lady, Melania Trump, were personally greeted by the King and other members of the royal family during his visit to the UK.
At the state dinner, the president gave a speech, expressing his appreciation for the occasion, calling it “one of the highest honours of my life," per Sky News.
He also commented on the rarity of his visit, joking: "I hope it is actually" the last time he is granted such an honor, which brought laughter from the guests.
King Charles also spoke out about the shared history and bond between the UK and the US, other topics, such as trade, Ukraine, and environmentalism.
“Today, as tyranny once again threatens Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine to deter aggression and secure peace,” the 76-year-old added.
Trump’s state visit also featured a military parade, complete with a Red Arrows flyover, as well as a tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II at St George’s Chapel, where he and his wife laid a wreath at her tomb.
Furthermore, the two-time leader reflected on the strength of the US-UK relationship, describing it as “irreplaceable and unbreakable," and praised Prince William, saying: “[King Charles] raised a remarkable son."
"Melania and I are delighted to visit again with Prince William and to see Her Royal Highness Princess Catherine so radiant and so healthy, so beautiful," he added.