Former Royal Chef's Culinary Tribute to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

From the first time I met him and mistook him for the gardener to the last time I cooked for him and he stole my lamb chops I loved cooking for Prince Philip. He was a master chef on the grill, always keeping the palace chefs on their toes and even teaching me how to peel fruit, the correct way, his way.

One of his favorite dishes was Crepes Islandaise, a recipe that he gave to the royal chefs and requested many times at his private dinner parties. In this video I share the recipe and how to prepare this simple dish.

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Crepes Islandaise
Makes 6 portions

1 cup flour
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda (bicarb of soda)
1 tsp vanilla
3 eggs
4 TBS melted butter
2 cups milk

1/4 cup vegetable oil (for cooking the crepes)

1 cup jam (your choice of fruit)
2 cups heavy cream, whipped
1/4 cup powdered sugar

In a large bowl add the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda and whisk until combined. In a separate large bowl add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla and milk and whisk together. Add the liquids to the dry ingredients and whisk until there are no lumps.

Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to a frying pan and heat until smoking hot. Carefully pour enough batter into the pan and swirl the pan until the batter coats the bottom of the pan (it only needs to be 1/4 inch thick) Cook until golden brown on the bottom and then flip the crepe and cook until golden brown on both sides. Slide the crepe onto a plate while you make more and then allow all to cool.

Lay out the cold crepes and spread the jam onto half a side of each. Top with the whipped cream and fold over the top of the crepe onto the cream. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

[lesliecas]

You can tell Prince Phillip had respect for the work the chefs did.

[higofyp]

"I thought someone was stealing the fruit!"
"Well I am!"
Gold

[Adam-nbim]

It's crazy to me how he was already an "old man" in the 1990's. Sometimes it's hard to forget the length of time between someones 70th birthday and their 100th birthday.

[geoffsullivan]

Darren may I say that this is the best tribute that I've seen to Philip thus far with the most warm and sincere personal touch. 😉

[justinsublett]

He was a gentleman of the old British Empire. Stately and dignified. As an American, I always felt like he was so refined and cultured. He also saw a lot of life. Think about how much the world changed from the time he was born until his death.

[TofuNapa]

I honestly thought Prince Philip would outlive Charles. He made it to 99 though! 1 year away from a full century of being alive. Still amazing. May he rest in peace.

[CallieMasters]

You might not be good at cutting mangos, but you've done an excellent job at this tribute video!
Not too many people know that Prince Philip was actively involved in running the royal estates, and the fact that you as a former member of staff have wonderful memories of working there speaks well of him. How many people can speak fondly of their old bosses these days?

[fpp]

This man's a legend. First time he sees the Queen he runs away from her corgis and makes her laugh.. and first time he met Philip mistook him for the gardner 🤣🤣🤣

[jussim.konttinen]

He was still athletic in his 70s. The prince visited Finland in 1995. He refused to wear a life jacket, even though the lake was half frozen

[algini]

You know what's strange to me? We learned so many good things about the Prince since his death, that we didn't know in life. Very sad.

[nnicollan]

This is probably the sweetest tribute to Prince Philip :)

[ineedhelp]

Poor bloke, he sounds so heart broken that Prince Phillip passed. Like he was an old friend bidding his last farewell, everyone’s with you in the mourning mate, may he rest in piece.

[elisecooper]

What a wonderful way of remembering Prince Philip may he rest in peace. Thank you for sharing.

[biggatorcaesar]

Prince Phillip and Her Majesty Queen Elisabeth, were two anchors of civility and dignity. they always conducted themselves as an example to their subjects. Eternal Rest grant unto Him O Lord, and let Thy perpetual light always shine upon Him. Amen.

[svonkie]

Wow, Darren went viral with this video, covered in the British press and everything. Congrats chef!

[varidian]

The most genuine and heart warming tributes come not from the uncaring and politically bound. But from the staff and working class who enjoyed his company, and knew the little things about him

[candicesantiago]

I made this dish this morning in honour of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip. Broke down crying watching the funeral, esp seeing Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles . All my love, thoughts and prayers to Her Majesty and her family. He will be truly missed.

[Jmr]

I’ve loved hearing people’s stories of Prince Philip this past week. It seems as though everyone who met him has fond memories of him. He was a great man. Rest In Peace Prince Philip.

[aboutthemetal]

Thank you for Sharing your story about hrh and how he was a human being and man.

[hidinginsight]

The BEST Tribute I've seen for the wonderful Prince Philip! Thank you for such a loving, respectful, familiar memorial!