Meghan Markle’s Cooking Show Renewed for Season 2 – And Insiders Reveal What It’s Like on Set
Meghan Markle’s Netflix cooking series With Love, Meghan has officially been renewed for a second season – and while the internet is divided (do we really need a Meghan Markle cooking show?), the numbers don’t lie. Audiences are tuning in, and the show is proving to be a hit. But what’s it actually like working with Meghan behind the scenes? Well, let’s just say the crew has some thoughts – and they’re candid!
A Communal Cooking Experience – Meghan’s Vision Comes to Life
From day one, Meghan wanted With Love, Meghan to feel less like a polished cooking show and more like an intimate gathering in her home kitchen. “It feels as though we’re just spending time together, which is what it ended up being,” Meghan told People.
According to insiders, this meant everyone – from camera operators to producers – was part of the action. Meghan made sure her crew didn’t just film the food; they tasted it too. “There were times we’d literally run out of spoons because everyone was diving in,” one crew member shared. “It was a full-on feast.”
Director Michael Steed Spills on Meghan’s Kitchen Skills
Michael Steed, who previously worked on Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown, was tasked with directing With Love, Meghan. And yes, he admits he had his doubts at first.
“It was unexpected, but I embraced it… it was a lot of fun,” Steed shared. “Meghan’s cooking is pretty spot-on. She’s not a chef, and it’s definitely not meant to make it seem like she is, but there’s a love of cooking that is palpable.”
Steed loved that the show didn’t strive for perfection. Instead, it embraced the mess. “Watching Meghan try to get used to the kitchen – looking for things, making mistakes – was part of the charm. We didn’t hide that. I think it made everything feel more real.”
And Meghan wasn’t just warm on camera – she made sure the crew felt at home, too. “She connected with the crew more than anyone. She understands what it’s like to be on set, and she made sure we were all taken care of.”
The Meghan Markle You Don’t See on Social Media
While the online discourse around Meghan tends to be, let’s say, intense, those who worked on With Love, Meghan describe her as warm, generous, and incredibly thoughtful.
One crew member recalled a moment when Meghan surprised him by remembering a personal detail. “During a break in filming, she asked everyone about their favorite cocktails. I shared that I don’t drink anymore – I’ve been sober for 14 years. Days later, while adjusting my mic, she brought it up again and told me how much she respected my commitment. Meghan made us feel seen.”
And she didn’t just stop at kind words – each week, Meghan treated the crew to something special. “One day, she had a shaved ice truck for us at lunch. Another day, it was a homemade ice cream cart. Every week, there was something.”
Prince Harry, the Kids, and a Slice of Montecito Paradise
Harry and the couple’s children, Archie and Lilibet, made a few low-key appearances on set. “Whenever Harry visited, he was super polite and friendly,” one crew member said. “But it was clear he wanted this to be Meghan’s moment to shine.”
At one point, filming even took place at Meghan’s actual home. “Man, they’ve carved themselves out a nice little slice of paradise,” an insider revealed. “The chicken coop, the garden, the beehive – it’s all so peaceful. You can tell it’s their sanctuary.”
The Show’s Secret Sauce? Meghan’s Thoughtfulness
Alice Waters, legendary chef and farm-to-table pioneer, developed a real friendship with Meghan during filming. “We really had a connection,” Waters said. “It was deeply heartwarming.”
Chef Roy Choi, another guest on the show, was equally impressed. “She was great. This wasn’t an act. She truly loves cooking. And she knows how to welcome people – that’s a big part of cooking too.”
And if you’re wondering whether Meghan handed out generic wrap gifts, think again. Every crew member received a monogrammed spoon with her handwriting that said, “Thank You, Crew,” plus a high-end Our Place sauté pan.
So, Do We Need a Meghan Markle Cooking Show?
Listen, the haters will hate. But With Love, Meghan is proving to be more than just another celebrity vanity project. It’s warm, it’s real, and according to those who worked on it, it’s got heart.
And let’s be honest – if Netflix is doubling down with a second season, Meghan might just be onto something. So, who’s ready for another helping?
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