Netflix has officially dropped Meghan’s new cooking show, and let’s just say it’s been received about as well as a burnt soufflé at Buckingham Palace. But the real scandal isn’t just how mind-numbingly dull this vanity project turned out to be—it’s the bombshell revelations from the show’s own director that expose the truth behind Meghan’s so-called culinary talents.
The show’s director, Michael Ste, recently spilled some serious tea about working with the so-called Duchess of Cooking. His comments confirm what many have long suspected—Meghan’s kitchen skills are nothing special. In his own words, "Her cooking is pretty spot-on. She’s not a chef." If that isn’t the definition of a backhanded compliment, I don’t know what is! Let’s break that down—he’s basically saying she can follow a recipe, but don’t mistake her for someone with actual culinary talent or training.
This is the same woman who once tried to convince the world she was a lifestyle guru with her now-defunct blog, The Tig. Before she set her sights on infiltrating the royal family, she wanted us all to believe she was a sophisticated foodie. But now, the truth is coming out, and it’s painfully clear—she’s no chef.
The director went on to say, "I know a couple of people that are really, really good at doing that in my life." Translation? I know actual talented people, and Meghan isn’t one of them. He also made it clear that the show isn’t trying to portray her as a real chef. Well, maybe someone should have told Meghan that before she built an entire Netflix series around her supposed love for cooking!
What’s even more telling is how the director described Meghan’s awkwardness in the kitchen. He said, "For me, imperfection is a wonderful thing. It was fun watching her trying to get used to the kitchen because it’s not her place." Not her place? Let that sink in. The woman couldn’t even navigate the kitchen they were filming in! He added, "I really wanted to embrace and celebrate all of the mistakes and mess and all that good stuff."
Now, let’s rewind to last year when one of Meghan’s friends claimed she had a "freakishly keen eye for detail" during the Princess Catherine Mother’s Day photo controversy. So, where was that legendary attention to detail in her own kitchen? Suddenly, Team Sussex is all about embracing imperfection—convenient, isn’t it?
Things get even juicier when you compare what the director is saying publicly to what insiders have leaked. While Michael Ste describes the set as "chill and fun," a Netflix insider painted a very different picture last year. According to this source, working with Meghan was "so much work" and the end result "does not seem to be worth it." Translation? She was a nightmare to work with, and the final product wasn’t even worth the drama.
Are we surprised? Not in the slightest.
Hollywood has its own language, and when someone describes a project as "chill and fun," it’s often code for "an absolute disaster"—but they’re contractually obligated to keep things positive. It’s clear the director is trying to salvage his own reputation after being associated with what might be Netflix’s biggest flop of the year.
And yes, a flop it is. Critics have absolutely eviscerated this show. The Economist brilliantly pointed out that Meghan’s biggest tip for "elevating one’s life" seems to be "marrying a member of the British royal family." Ouch. But where’s the lie?
Even traditionally pro-Sussex media outlets are turning on her. New York Magazine described her as "desperate for approval, play-acting normal to try and get it." When you lose the liberal media, you know you’re in trouble.
What’s truly infuriating is that Meghan continues to cling to her royal connections while simultaneously trashing the very institution that made her relevant. She wants the perks of being royal without any of the service, duty, or responsibility. Meanwhile, Princess Catherine and Prince William continue to embody everything that makes the monarchy special—grace, dignity, and a genuine sense of duty.
Just look at the contrast: While Catherine has been courageously battling cancer and focusing on her family, Meghan has been prancing around a Netflix set pretending to know how to cook. This is the same woman who once had the audacity to compare herself to Nelson Mandela, yet she can’t even find the measuring cups in her own kitchen!
And poor Harry? He just stands by, watching his wife dismantle everything he once held dear. The once-vibrant prince, who brought so much joy to the royal family and served his country with distinction, has been reduced to Meghan’s bag carrier and occasional cameraman. It’s genuinely heartbreaking to watch.
This entire fiasco just proves what many royal watchers have suspected all along—the Sussex brand is built on sand. Every project they release only exposes how little substance they actually have. First, they sold their royal grievances to Oprah, then Harry repeated the same sob story in Spare, then came the Netflix documentary rehashing it all again. Now, they’re reduced to a cooking show where Meghan awkwardly fumbles with ingredients. They’ve gone from breaking royal news to breaking pretzels—and the desperation is palpable.
Meanwhile, across the pond, the working royals continue their duties with quiet dignity. King Charles, despite his own cancer diagnosis, has returned to his responsibilities with unwavering dedication. Queen Camilla has earned respect through her steady and gracious presence. William and Catherine continue to raise their children with a sense of duty and normalcy. The contrast couldn’t be clearer—on one side, substance and service; on the other, self-promotion and empty vanity projects.
Meghan and Harry continue to trade on their royal status while simultaneously undermining the very institution they once served. They want to be treated like private citizens—until they need a red carpet moment. They crave prestige without responsibility, titles without duty, and fame without purpose. But fame without substance doesn’t last.
Princess Diana became an icon not just because she was famous, but because she used her platform to make a real difference. Catherine commands respect not just because of her title, but because of her grace and commitment to meaningful causes. Meghan? She’s spent years crafting an image of perfection—the humanitarian, the feminist, the lifestyle guru. But when the cameras follow her beyond a staged photoshoot, the illusion crumbles.
Netflix paid the Sussexes a reported $100 million, and they’re clearly scrambling to get their money’s worth. First, a royal exposé, then an Invictus documentary, and now a failed cooking show. What’s next? Harry Learns to Grocery Shop? At this point, nothing would surprise me.
As the Sussexes continue chasing relevancy, William, Catherine, and the rest of the royal family will carry on with the dignity and duty that define true royalty. Because, at the end of the day, real royalty doesn’t need Netflix specials or cooking shows to remain relevant—it’s about service, tradition, and devotion to something greater than oneself.
