Megan Markle Stirring Controversy Again with Alleged Recipe Theft
Megan Markle is once again at the center of controversy, and this time, it's over a recipe that has raised eyebrows. The former actress has been accused of stealing a lemon olive oil cake recipe, which she claimed as her own in a charity cookbook. But before we rush to applaud, it seems this recipe may have been lifted from her ex, Cory Vitiello.
Cory Vitiello, a renowned Canadian chef of Italian descent, was once a major figure in Toronto’s culinary scene. He and Meghan were a couple for two years before Prince Harry entered the picture, prompting Meghan to trade in her chef's apron for a crown. Vitiello is the head of culinary development at Cactus Club Cafe, a popular restaurant chain in Canada.
Megan and Cory’s relationship was in its final stages when she met Harry. They still shared a home when Harry made his first secret trip to Toronto in July 2016, just two weeks after his first date with Meghan. During his visit, Harry stayed at a friend's house, likely the home of Meghan’s close friend, possibly actress and former colleague, Morano. It was after this visit that Meghan reportedly knew she had a real connection with Harry. She ended things with Cory soon after, and according to royal biographer Tom Bower, Cory was relieved as their final months together had been difficult.
But according to new revelations, Meghan didn’t just leave Cory with memories. Allegedly, she took more than just a piece of his heart—she took his famous lemon olive oil cake recipe too. What could have been a minor kitchen mishap now looks more like a full-fledged recipe theft, casting doubt on Meghan’s culinary creativity.
The recipe in question is a variation of a standard dish known by many Italians. To claim ownership of it is considered absurd, and some believe Meghan didn’t have much cooking experience before she started using Cory’s recipes on her blog. Cory was known for his roasted chicken and smoothies, both of which Meghan seems to have suddenly developed a passion for.
Critics argue that Meghan has a history of taking inspiration from others without giving credit, from her cooking style to her public speeches and ideas. Allegedly, her blog, *The Tig*, was built largely on the ideas and experiences of others she met through PR channels, with Cory being one of the key figures.
This isn't the first time Meghan has been accused of borrowing from others. The recipe controversy is just the latest in a string of incidents where her originality has been called into question. Critics point out that Megan’s actions, both personal and professional, often appear to be carefully curated and repackaged to suit her public image.
As Meghan and Harry navigate their post-royal lives, questions about their authenticity persist. Is there anything truly original about Meghan, or is it all a collection of borrowed ideas rebranded for the Sussex brand?
In the end, this lemon olive oil cake debacle is just another crumb in the ongoing trail of controversies surrounding Meghan and Harry, leaving her with more egg on her face in the “royal bakery” of life.
