Meghan Markle Faces Backlash Over Thanksgiving Cooking Video
Los Angeles, CA – Meghan, Duchess of sussex, is facing criticism after a recent Instagram story showcased her preparing a Thanksgiving turkey while wearing jewelry. Viewers quickly pointed out that she did not remove her rings and bracelets during the food preparation process,sparking concerns about hygiene.
Social media users expressed dismay, with comments including, “These are the basics of elementary hygiene,” and “No one cooks a turkey with decorations, because that guarantees the spread of bacteria.” One user specifically warned, “She’s touching spices with unwashed hands.Another salmonella disaster.”
The incident occurred as Meghan together promoted her lifestyle brand, As Ever, with a Thanksgiving newsletter to followers. In the message, she expressed gratitude for their support and shared her joy in participating in “family traditions and festive moments” alongside those who use her products, concluding with a wish for a Thanksgiving filled with “full hearts and full bellies.”
The culinary critique comes following a pre-Thanksgiving outing for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their children,six-year-old Archie and four-year-old Lilibet. the family volunteered at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles, assisting in preparing and packaging food for those in need. Photos from the event showed Meghan holding Lilibet’s hand while observing Harry packing vegetables and minced meat. The Duchess captioned a post with the Archewell Foundation’s motto: “Come. do good deeds.”
