Inside the Princess of Wales's Kitchen: Kate's KitchenAid and Farmhouse Style

Of all the glimpses we get of royal life, few are as endearing as the Princess of Wales in her kitchen. In June 2022, to mark the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the Wales family shared photographs of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis gathered around the kitchen counter, sleeves rolled up, baking cupcakes for a Cardiff street party. It was warm, homely and refreshingly ordinary — and one small detail sent royal-watchers straight to the shops.

That detail was the family’s KitchenAid stand mixer, in the soft shade of Almond Cream, sitting on the counter as the children baked. It is exactly the sort of quiet, quality, buy-once piece the royals favour — and a lovely reminder that behind the palace doors, Catherine’s kitchen looks a great deal like a proper British family home.

Here is a look inside the Princess of Wales’s kitchen, the homeware she has been seen using, and how to bring a little of that cosy farmhouse warmth into your own.

The KitchenAid the Princess of Wales bakes with

The star of that Jubilee baking scene was the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer in Almond Cream — a colour that suits the family’s soft, farmhouse palette perfectly. The moment the photographs were released, “Kate Middleton’s KitchenAid” became a genuine shopping phenomenon, and the Almond Cream Artisan has featured in sales round-ups every year since.

It is easy to see the appeal. The Artisan is the definition of a buy-once kitchen investment: solidly built, endlessly useful, and handsome enough to live on the counter rather than in a cupboard. That the future Queen bakes with the very same model most of us can buy is precisely the down-to-earth touch that has made the Princess so beloved — royal baking, done with an ordinary (if excellent) family mixer.

A cosy British farmhouse kitchen

The kitchen around that mixer is every bit as homely. Glimpses of the Wales family’s kitchen show a warm, farmhouse-style room: cream Shaker cabinets, wooden worktops, open shelving and a handsome range cooker in a soft forest green. It is a world away from cold, minimalist show-kitchens — a proper family space, made for real cooking and children underfoot.

It is a look rooted in the British countryside tradition: practical, unfussy and built to be lived in. Nothing shouts; everything is chosen to last and to feel welcoming. This is “cottage-core” in its most authentic, grown-up form — and it is entirely achievable at home, whatever the size of your kitchen.

Getting the look: the everyday table

To echo the Princess’s homely style, start with the table. No brand captures the cheerful, hand-made farmhouse spirit like Emma Bridgewater, whose sponged, hand-decorated earthenware — polka dots, hearts and hens — is the quintessential British country mug, made in Stoke-on-Trent. A shelf of Emma Bridgewater mugs is farmhouse warmth distilled.

For something a touch more formal, the fine bone china of Wedgwood — “Potter to Her Majesty” since Queen Charlotte’s day — brings heirloom quality to a proper afternoon tea. (These are our picks for the look, rather than confirmed items from the royal cupboards; our guide to British heritage china has more on both.)

The tea and the pantry

A British kitchen runs on tea, and the royal-warrant names dress the pantry beautifully. A caddy of Twinings — holder of a royal tea warrant since 1837 — is the everyday staple, while a hamper from Fortnum & Mason, the King and Queen’s grocer, is the treat.

For the organic, home-grown ethos the family champions, Duchy Organic — founded by the King himself — fills the biscuit tin and preserve shelf with a genuinely royal backstory. Together they turn a everyday kitchen into a little corner of the royal larder; our guide to royal-warrant food and drink has the full list.

Baking with the children, the royal way

What makes the Princess’s kitchen so appealing is not the appliances but the spirit. The Jubilee photographs — three small children, a big bowl of cupcake batter, a good deal of mess — captured something every family recognises: cooking together as a way of spending time, not just making food.

Catherine has spoken often about the importance of the early years and of simple, screen-free time with children, and baking is exactly that. You need very little to recreate it: a sturdy mixer, a set of cutters, an apron each, and no great concern for the state of the kitchen afterwards. The result is far more valuable than a perfect cupcake.

How to get the Princess of Wales’s kitchen style

The formula is warm, not flashy. Choose a soft palette — cream, sage or forest green, natural wood — over stark white or grey. Invest in a few good, lasting appliances (the mixer first) rather than a drawer of gadgets. Add open shelving for everyday china, and let a mismatched collection of good mugs build up over time.

Above all, make it a room to be used. The Princess of Wales’s kitchen appeals precisely because it looks lived-in and loved — a family space first and a show-kitchen never. Get that feeling right and the rest follows naturally.

Why the royal farmhouse kitchen appeals

The Princess of Wales’s kitchen has captured so many hearts because it is aspirational and attainable at once. It says that royal life, at its warmest, looks a lot like ordinary family life — a good mixer, a messy counter, children baking for a party. It is quality without grandeur, and warmth without fuss.

That is the enduring appeal of the royal farmhouse kitchen. Browse more of our British Living stories for the homely side of royal life — and see the very different, sun-filled style of the Duchess of Sussex in our look inside Meghan’s kitchen.

Frequently asked questions

What KitchenAid does Kate Middleton have?

The Princess of Wales has been photographed with a KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer in the shade Almond Cream, seen in the family’s kitchen during the 2022 Platinum Jubilee baking photographs with her children. It is one of KitchenAid’s most popular models and colours.

What does the Princess of Wales’s kitchen look like?

Glimpses of Catherine and William’s kitchen show a cosy farmhouse style: cream Shaker cabinets, wooden worktops, open shelving and a forest-green range cooker. It is a warm, lived-in family space rather than a minimalist show-kitchen.

What mixer do the royals use for baking?

The Princess of Wales has been seen using a KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer in Almond Cream. A good stand mixer is the classic buy-once baking investment — sturdy, versatile and handsome enough to stay out on the counter.

What brand is Kate Middleton’s range cooker?

The Wales family’s kitchen features a forest-green range cooker, but the specific brand has not been publicly confirmed. Range cookers in soft heritage colours are a signature of the farmhouse-kitchen look.

How do I get a farmhouse kitchen like the Princess of Wales?

Choose a soft palette of cream, sage or forest green with natural wood, add open shelving for everyday china, invest in a good stand mixer, and collect hand-decorated mugs such as Emma Bridgewater. Aim for warm and lived-in rather than pristine.

Where can I buy the KitchenAid Kate Middleton uses?

The KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer, including the Almond Cream shade, is widely available to order online. It regularly appears in seasonal sales, so it is worth watching for a discount on this buy-once kitchen classic.

Homeware is described as of 2026; only the KitchenAid mixer is a documented royal item, with other brands suggested to recreate the look. Ranges and colours change, so check for current availability.