Meghan Markle Tackles Kate Middleton's Buzzy Hobby and Makes Pinterest-Style Ladybugs in New Show

Mar. 15, 2025

(Left) Meghan Markle in the official trailer for “With Love, Meghan” on Netflix; (Right) Kate Middleton beekeeping in a photo issued on May 20, 2023.Photo:Netflix;Matt Porteous

Netflix;Matt Porteous

On Jan. 2, the Duchess of Sussex, 43, unveiled the trailer for her upcoming lifestyle series on hernew Instagram account, writing that she was “so excited” to share the project. The teaser showcases Meghan cooking, crafting and spending time with friends, includingMindy Kaling,Abigail SpencerandDelfina Blaquier, previewing what’s to come in the show premiering on Jan. 15.

One standout moment from the teaser shows Meghan trying her hand at beekeeping. Dressed in protective gear, she approaches an outdoor hive and beams as she harvests honey.

“Look at how much honey we have!” she exclaims, smiling while scraping honey from the frame.

Meghan Markle in the official trailer for “With Love, Meghan” on Netflix.Netflix

Netflix

Princess Kate, 42, produces her own honey, and brought along a jar from her to show some schoolchildren when shevisited London’s Natural History Museumin 2021.

“Would you like to try some? This came specially from my beehive,” she said at the time, according toRebecca Englishof theDaily Mail. “Does it taste like honey from the shops? Does it taste like flowers?”

Queen Camilla at the Bees for Development Bee Garden Party at Marlborough House on June 14, 2023 in London.Eddie Mulholland-WPA Pool/Getty

Eddie Mulholland-WPA Pool/Getty

“I love spending time with my bees, checking, monitoring, treating them and collecting their honey: it is soothing toil; a balm for troubled minds,” he wrote for theDaily Mail. James has been open about navigating depression, andfurther reflectedin his memoir,Meet Ella, published in September 2024.

The preview for Meghan’s new series shows closeups of several homemade confections, from intricate ice cubes in a glass to frosted doughnuts and bruschetta appetizers artfully crafted to resemble ladybugs — a whimsical treat that has been a hit on Pinterest and TikTok.

Meghan Markle’s ladybug creation in Netflix’s ‘With Love, Meghan’.Netflix

The Duchess of Sussex took on other hobbies like cake decorating, flower arranging and hiking in the teaser, and Netflix said the series will see her hop in hands-on.

“In each episode, Meghan invites friends old and new to roll up their sleeves and join her in the kitchen, garden, and beyond,” the streamer said in astatementabout what’s to come inWith Love, Meghan. “Whether Meghan is sharing personal tips and tricks, or taking the opportunity to learn something new, it’s a time for connection. Guests include Roy Choi, Mindy Kaling, Alice Waters, with additional acclaimed chefs and special friends.”

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With Love, Meghanis Meghan’s fifth venture for Netflix through a multiyear deal that she shares withPrince Harry, reported to be worth $100 million. The couple has previously produced the seriesHarry & Meghan,Live to Lead,Heart of InvictusandPolo.

source: people.com