Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to captivate audiences with her culinary skills and entertaining charm in the second season of her cooking show, With Love, Meghan. In those recent episodes, she literally brings friendship, food, and fun to life. She opens her kitchen to friends and celebrity chefs to create a whirlwind of entertaining experiences.
In episode five, Markle invites viewers into her home for a “ladies lunch,” welcoming friends Abigail Spencer and Kelly McKee Zajfen. The event puts art’s power to build friendship and communal dining practices on full display, and provides an intimate view of Kamau’s friendships. Their close-knit arrangement only adds to the idea that food has the power to deepen connections and make unforgettable moments between friends.
As the season progresses, Prince Harry comes onto the scene. He sits down with Markle for a fairly dreamy outdoor dinner party experience in the eighth episode. To celebrate the day, she puts on her favorite chic white button-up shirt. She balances the extravagance of the top with simple blue jeans, then it’s chic and laid back. Then, at dinner, Markle continues to impress her guests with her culinary prowess. She cooks an amazing one-pan spaghetti meal, topped with fresh basil, and enjoys it with As Ever brand’s 2024 Napa Valley Rosé. She uses delicious home preserved lemons in the dish too. This special twist is a testament to her inspiration and kitchen creativity.
In an Instagram post accompanying a video of her cooking, Markle writes, “Cooking up more than pasta (with homemade preserved lemons)…..so much goodness is coming soon.” This picture caption not only gives us a glimpse into her culinary adventures, but promises that bigger surprises are in store this season.
Over the course of the series, Markle keeps bringing in incredible chefs and artists, each of whom introduce her kitchen to their own exciting artistry. In episode one, Chef Ramon Velazquez is featured. He toasts his welcome to an energetic Mexican games night and blending homemade margaritas. In episode three, Chef Roy Choi joins Markle to create dishes like tempura chicken and kimchi, reflecting her commitment to exploring diverse cuisines.
The new season includes several episodes—which might be more accurately described as master classes—led by notable figures. Later, in episode two, Mindy Kaling reveals her pro secrets for decorating kids’ birthdays. To this end, celebrity guests such as Chrissy Teigen and Tan France make the series shine through their culinary knowledge and background.
