Some people don’t need flashy gimmicks, exaggerated theatrics, or desperate attempts to remain in the public eye. Their talent, experience, and sharp wit speak for themselves.
Enter Dame Prue Leith, a woman celebrated for her impeccable culinary expertise and no-nonsense attitude. This week, she made her thoughts on Meghan Markle’s new Netflix cooking show crystal clear—about as clear as a perfectly tempered chocolate glaze. Her verdict? Not interested. Not even a spoonful.
During an appearance on Good Morning Britain, where she was meant to promote her own show, Prue Leith’s Cotswold Kitchen, the conversation took an unexpected but thoroughly entertaining detour. Host Rob Rinder couldn't resist bringing up Meghan with Love, the Duchess of Sussex’s latest venture into the lifestyle space. Prue’s response was as direct as a sharp knife through butter. "No," she said flatly. "I’ve only read about it, but I honestly wouldn’t watch it. I’m not a Meghan Markle fan." Her words landed with the weight of a perfectly baked fruitcake. One of the female hosts audibly gasped, reacting as if Prue had just admitted to committing some unspeakable crime.
Pressing on, the host seemed genuinely baffled, as though rejecting Meghan Markle’s show was some kind of cultural faux pas. But Prue, ever the composed and sophisticated dame, remained unfazed. Instead, she delivered a critique with her usual charm—measured, insightful, and cutting without being cruel. "I just think there’s more to life than how you look and how your friends think of you." With that single statement, she articulated what many people had already suspected—Meghan Markle’s Netflix cooking show isn’t really about cooking at all. It’s yet another glossy, self-indulgent branding exercise where the primary ingredient isn’t flour, butter, or technique—it’s Meghan herself.
Because, let’s be honest, this isn’t about sharing culinary expertise. It’s about ensuring every shot is impeccably curated, every garnish is strategically placed, and every frame is meticulously crafted to project an image of effortless perfection. Meanwhile, real chefs like Prue, who have spent decades honing their craft through dedication and skill, are left rolling their eyes—or, in this case, not even bothering to tune in.
And then there’s the matter of Meghan’s kitchen attire. One particularly observant critic pointed out that her choice—a neatly folded sweater draped over a blouse—was as impractical as it was out of touch. Who wears a sweater over a blouse while cooking? Certainly not anyone who actually spends time in a real kitchen. And then there’s the hair. Anyone who has ever stepped foot in a professional kitchen knows that the first rule—before knife safety, plating, or presentation—is keeping your hair out of the food. Yet, here we are.
In the end, Prue didn’t need to be cruel or overly dramatic. She didn’t need to raise her voice or create a spectacle. She simply expressed her opinion with grace, wit, and just the right amount of seasoning. And in doing so, she served up the perfect response to Meghan Markle’s latest attempt at reinvention—a polite but unmistakable no, thank you.
