Meghan Markle is gearing up to showcase her culinary expertise on her upcoming Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, premiering on January 15th.
The lifestyle series promises to offer tips on cooking, gardening, and hosting. However, some skeptics might argue the only takeaway so far is how to exude confidence in the kitchen while maintaining a spotlight on yourself—something Meghan seems to have mastered. Meghan has long expressed her passion for food, though her culinary efforts have often sparked more conversation than admiration.
In 2016, before her royal ties catapulted her to global fame, Meghan appeared on NBC's Today Show to demonstrate her "amazing" cooking skills. Her big reveal? Grilling lettuce—a culinary hack that seasoned chefs like Martha Stewart and Dave Lieberman have embraced for decades. During her segment with Matt Lauer, Meghan unveiled her recipe for grilled Caesar salad with shrimp, a dish she enthusiastically described as simple and flavorful. The marinade for the shrimp—comprising olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, and honey—was hardly groundbreaking, but Meghan delivered it with flair. The real "showstopper" was her assertion that grilling lettuce adds incredible flavor, a claim delivered with the kind of earnestness that left Lauer visibly puzzled.
As Meghan demonstrated her handheld lettuce boats, she maintained an air of excitement that might remind viewers of a cashier dutifully scanning groceries. She insisted the dish was “yummy and so easy,” though many were left wondering if her culinary skills matched her enthusiasm. Fast-forward to 2025, and Meghan is still balancing her ambitions as a cook, actress, host, and influencer—always with impeccable style, sporting statement jewelry and manicured nails that seem at odds with hands-on cooking.
Meghan’s ventures into acting have also drawn mixed reviews. Her role on The League in 2009 was largely forgettable, with performances described as lacking emotion and depth. Critics might say her presence in the show was as impactful as a prop. Yet, Meghan’s unwavering confidence has fueled her career, even if her acting and hosting capabilities often invite scrutiny.
Ultimately, With Love, Meghan seems less about food and more about Meghan herself. From grilling lettuce to sharing lifestyle tips, the show appears to lean heavily on her personality rather than culinary innovation. While some might question her expertise in the kitchen or her ability to elevate simple ingredients like lettuce, others might view the series as a testament to her resourcefulness in keeping herself at the center of attention.
Perhaps Meghan’s true talent lies in her ability to polarize audiences, drawing both criticism and intrigue. If nothing else, With Love, Meghan promises to be an entertaining reflection of her unique approach to life, where every ordinary moment—whether it’s grilling lettuce or navigating public perception—becomes an extraordinary performance.
