Overview

• Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, premiering January 15, 2025, was filmed in an $8 million Montecito farmhouse owned by local philanthropists, rather than her own $14.65 million mansion.
• The show, featuring celebrity guests like Mindy Kaling and Roy Choi, blends cooking, gardening, and lifestyle tutorials, with Markle emphasizing 'playfulness over perfection.'
• Critics, including Meghan McCain, have called the series 'tone deaf,' citing its luxurious presentation and timing during a period of global and national crises.
• The farmhouse setting, chosen for its rustic aesthetic, features high-end cookware, designer finishes, and expensive decor, further fueling criticism of the show's relatability.
• This is Markle's fifth project under her and Prince Harry's reported $100 million Netflix deal, following mixed reactions to previous ventures like the 'Harry & Meghan' docuseries.