Meghan mocked as 'insufferable' for hosting tips urging guests to prepare food before guests arrive

From the Newshound archive · first published 28 September 2026 · last updated 30 September 2026.

Meghan's lifestyle brand As Ever posted what it called 'Meghan's Hosting Notes' on Instagram, advising followers to 'have as much prepped as possible before guests arrive' — prompting a torrent of ridicule online. One X user joked 'Next week's revelation: put food on plates', while another called the duchess 'insufferable. Full stop.' The post featured a photo of Meghan tying a white apron around her waist and promised more tips as the holiday season approaches.

The backlash echoes Pippa Middleton's own mauling in 2012, when her book 'Celebrate' was savaged for stating the blindingly obvious about parties.

Meghan's Netflix series 'With Love, Meghan', which covered hosting, cooking and crafting, was panned by critics when it launched in 2025 alongside the As Ever brand.

Harry and Meghan relocated to the UK at the end of August, and a friend says the duchess has received a 'loving' reception — though King Charles was reportedly 'taken aback' not to have been told of their return plans sooner.