Chef's Critique: Meghan Markle's Netflix Show Faces Heat

Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan, " has stirred up some controversy. A British chef, Jameson Stocks, who has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and cooked for celebrities like Tom Hanks and Lady Gaga, has some strong opinions about the show. He was approached by Netflix to consult on the series but turned down the offer. Stocks didn't mince words when asked about his thoughts on the show. He described the music as "slow" and "painful to watch. " He also expressed skepticism about the show's quality, even before it aired. Stocks feared that if he had agreed to be part of the project, he might face backlash from the public. The series, which follows Markle in her kitchen, garden, and even at her beehive, has received mixed reviews. Some critics have described it as "wildly unattainable" and "mind-bogglingly basic. " Despite the criticism, Netflix has confirmed that a second season is in the works. The show features guests like Mindy Kaling and Roy Choi, and was initially set to premiere in January but was delayed due to wildfires in Southern California. Stocks, who is from Leeds, England, has had an impressive culinary career. He has worked in several Michelin-starred restaurants and has cooked for high-profile celebrities. When asked about Markle's future career moves, Stocks suggested she should return to acting, a field in which he believes she excels. The series is filmed at Markle and Prince Harry's Montecito, California, home, which is about 90 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. The show marks a new chapter in Markle's career, as she steps into the role of a lifestyle host. The series has been a topic of discussion, with some viewers praising it and others criticizing it.