Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, delves into her creative pursuits, showcasing activities that resonate with lifestyle enthusiasts and even share similarities with hobbies enjoyed by Kate Middleton. The trailer, released on January 2nd on Markle’s Instagram account, features the Duchess of Sussex engaging in cooking, crafting, and spending quality time with friends like Mindy Kaling and Abigail Spencer. The series premieres on January 15th.
One notable scene in the trailer depicts Markle trying her hand at beekeeping. Wearing protective gear, she approaches a beehive and enthusiastically harvests honey, exclaiming, “Look at how much honey we have!”
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This resonates with Kate Middleton’s passion for beekeeping at her country home, Anmer Hall. In celebration of World Bee Day 2023, a photo of Princess Kate tending to her beehive was shared, highlighting the importance of bees for the ecosystem. Kate even produces her own honey, offering a taste to schoolchildren during a visit to the Natural History Museum in 2021.
Beekeeping is a tradition within the royal family, with Queen Camilla also maintaining hives at her Wiltshire estate and serving as president of Bees for Development. Even King Charles enjoys honey in his tea. The interest extends to Kate’s family, as her brother, James Middleton, finds beekeeping to be a meditative practice beneficial for his mental health. He received his first bee colony as a birthday gift from family members, including Kate.
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Beyond beekeeping, With Love, Meghan showcases the Duchess’s culinary and crafting skills. The trailer features close-ups of elaborate ice cubes, frosted donuts, and bruschetta decorated to resemble ladybugs—a popular trend on Pinterest and TikTok.
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The series promises a hands-on approach, with Markle inviting friends to join her in various activities. Netflix describes the show as a celebration of connection, featuring guests like renowned chef Roy Choi and others sharing tips and learning new skills. With Love, Meghan is the fifth project in Markle and Prince Harry’s multi-year, $100 million deal with Netflix, following productions like Harry & Meghan and Live to Lead.
