Meghan Markle is under fire yet again, and this time it’s for her recent culinary demonstration featuring cream cheese bagels.
The Duchess of Sussex, who boasts a lifestyle brand called As Ever, showcased this breakfast idea on Instagram, igniting a flurry of opinions about her cooking skills—or lack thereof.
In her Instagram video, the 44-year-old royal enthusiastically demonstrated how to create a bagel spread.
She began by scooping cream cheese onto a plate, decorated it with thin slices of strawberries, and sprinkled flower petals—products from her brand—over the top.
After adding slices of untoasted bagels, she finished it off by introducing a spoonful of her jam into the mix.
The aim?
To whip up a dish that offers “surprise and delight.”
The video, with the upbeat track “Da Do Ron Ron” by The Crystals playing in the background, was intended to embrace the holiday spirit.
Markle highlighted her flower sprinkles, which retail for about $15, while promoting her Christmas collection.
However, rather than admiration, her culinary approach raised eyebrows among royal watchers and foodies alike.
Some critics were quick to label her cooking technique as that of an “inexperienced cook” lacking basic table manners.
One exasperated social media user exclaimed, “What in the ever-loving fresh hell is THIS?!?
Since when do we smear cream cheese on a plate and call it ‘elevated’ dining?”
Another chimed in, questioning if she truly believes this is the pinnacle of cooking.
Comments even pointed to her handling of the ingredients as a sign of her limited skills.
Observers noted that the strawberries were chopped in a way that suggested a lack of familiarity with basic culinary practices.
The biggest bone of contention?
The fact that she didn’t toast the bagels before piling on the toppings.
“Those bagels are raw,” was one straightforward remark from a follower, while another pointed out that even a college student knows to toast their bagel before slathering on any spread.
Such comments highlighted the disconnect between Markle’s approach and traditional cooking methods.
Critics also raised concerns about her disregard for hygiene standards.
Markle appeared in her video wearing multiple rings and bracelets, leading viewers to remind her that wearing jewelry while preparing food is a culinary no-no.
As many pointed out, proper kitchen etiquette dictates removing all jewelry and washing hands before cooking, sparking concerns about contamination.
Further adding to the criticism, some social media users tackled her food serving technique, suggesting that using a jam spoon to spread jam on her bagel and then returning it to the communal bowl was a blatant breach of etiquette.
It’s basic cooking knowledge that many feel she appears to overlook.
Her flower sprinkles, marketed as edible decorations, are intended to enhance the visual appeal of dishes.
The brand describes them as “confetti for your plating,” striving to inject beauty and surprise into ordinary meals.
However, this latest attempt at elevating a simple bagel has left many questioning her culinary prowess.
Despite her earlier attempts to showcase her cooking skills, Markle has faced challenges.
A previous cookery show she released promised to transform everyday meals, but instead left viewers puzzled by the unexciting recipes and unconventional methods.
Even a seemingly simple dish sparked outrage among Italian viewers.
Not long ago, she found herself mocked for a recipe that involved “mulled water,” which many deemed absurd.
Critics were baffled at her decision to use a mulling spice kit with water instead of a more traditional base like cider or wine.
Many wondered if this was a genuine recipe or just a playful interpretation.
Though Meghan Markle’s cooking adventures seem to attract criticism like a magnet, they also highlight her attempts to share her personal flair in the kitchen.
Whether or not she navigates the stormy waters of culinary expectations, one thing is clear: her kitchen endeavors continue to captivate and bewilder the internet.