The reception was held at Buckingham Palace, but not in the way you'd expect. Unlike modern marquee extravaganzas, it was a sit-down breakfast for 120 close friends, followed by a larger buffet for more guests. The menu included sweetbreads, a rather less glamorous cut of meat (think pancreas and thymus). Not exactly Diana’s dream meal.
The iconic moment? The balcony kiss. After the procession, the couple appeared on the palace balcony and shared two kisses—one a quick peck, the second a longer, more passionate one. Here’s the secret: The crowd had chanted "Kiss! Kiss!" so loudly that Charles turned and whispered to Diana, "Just one more, and then we'll go inside."
Practical tip for visitors: If you’re in London, stand near the Queen Victoria Memorial around late morning. That spot offers the best, unobstructed view of the balcony. You can almost hear the echoes of the cheers.
