Monty Don, the renowned gardener and presenter of BBC's Gardeners' World, has revealed his simple yet delicious two-ingredient breakfast, which he calls the 'breakfast of gods'. The 70-year-old horticultural expert starts his day early at his Herefordshire home, Longmeadow, with a pint of hot water and outdoor yoga before tucking into his favourite meal.
In an episode of his BBC programme, Monty shared that his go-to breakfast consists of 'rhubarb just lightly stewed with yoghurt'. He describes this combination as a 'breakfast of gods', highlighting the tangy stewed fruit served on a spoonful of smooth yoghurt. Both ingredients are often homegrown or locally sourced.
Monty's breakfast does not stop there. He also enjoys eggs from his chickens with homegrown chillies, marmalade toast with gluten-free bread, and plenty of strong tea. He is a self-confessed marmalade enthusiast but avoids gluten due to his wife Sarah's coeliac disease, so they opt for gluten-free alternatives.
After breakfast, Monty potters around his garden. He takes a mid-morning break around 11 am, especially when filming, to enjoy his 'single cup of coffee a day', which he likes 'large and strong'. His morning routine reflects his love for homegrown produce and simple, wholesome eating.
