Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, revealed on MasterChef Australia that she encourages her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to pick fruit from their garden as a dessert option. During the broadcast on Sunday, Markle described the garden at their Montecito home as a "nice luxury" and discussed her efforts to foster healthy eating habits.
"If they say 'Mama, can I have dessert?', we say 'If you can pick it, you can have it,'" Markle explained. She clarified that while chocolate is not an option, fruit is readily available. This approach aligns with her previous comments about teaching her children the value of things, including produce from their own garden.
Meghan also shared insights into Prince Harry's eating habits, noting that he is "a real meat and potatoes guy" but can also enjoy a "good curry." She mentioned his preference for rich, traditional British meals, contrasting with her own liking for grilled fish, citrus, and spicier flavors.
During her guest appearance, Markle also offered advice to the MasterChef contestants, emphasizing the importance of cooking with heart and having fun. She spoke about how food and cooking are expressions of her nurturing love for her family and friends. Prince Harry made a brief surprise cameo via FaceTime during the episode, interacting with Markle and the contestants.
The Duchess of Sussex was a guest judge on the Australian cooking show, a role she accepted due to her love of food and Australia. The episode featured contestants transforming ingredients like Australian honey, macadamia nuts, and citrus into dishes. Markle also noted her children's surprisingly positive reception to vegetables like Brussels sprouts.
Markle's appearance on MasterChef Australia comes as her Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan," has received a Daytime Emmy nomination.