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Experience Dallas Like Royalty: A Curated Guide

Discover a curated list of Dallas experiences that’ll make you feel as esteemed as royalty.

 

Raise those pinkies! Go for afternoon tea

The tea service at The Adolphus mirrors the hotel’s recent renovation, offering a selection of a la carte teas, scones, finger sandwiches, tea cakes, and other sweets, all paired with a classic cup of Earl Grey.

At The Joule, tea is served in the Taschen Library, a curated collection of coffee‑table books. The service features colorful china, a seasonal menu of exotic teas, light bites, and desserts. The long, family‑style table encourages mingling—perfect for making new acquaintances.

 

Shop Meghan’s favorite brands

Future queen Kate Middleton is frequently seen in London wearing J. Crew and Banana Republic. Dallas offers both brands in close proximity at West Village, allowing you to shop like royalty.

 

Watch Arsenal F.C. play at a local pub

Prince Harry’s favorite team, Arsenal, will play a few more matches this season. A local pub such as Trinity Hall in Mockingbird Station or the Dubliner on Greenville Avenue captures the lively atmosphere a royal might appreciate.

 

“Let Them Eat Cake!”

Experience a wedding‑cake tasting at Cake Bar in Trinity Groves. Sample to‑go slices featuring wedding‑cake flavors, along with pound cakes, quick breads, cookies, and ice cream.

 

Make it a weekend getaway at The Adolphus

When Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visited Dallas in 1991, Buckingham Palace chose The Adolphus for the official state visit. Its prime Main Street location in Downtown makes it an ideal destination for a royal‑style stay.

 

Dine with the Royal Chef

Chef Darren McGrady, who served as the personal chef to Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana for 15 years, has also cooked for U.S. presidents Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, George H.W., and George W. Bush. His Dallas‑based restaurant offers a private four‑course menu with wine pairings and stories from Buckingham Palace, making it a once‑in‑a‑lifetime dining experience.

 


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