Meghan Markle stirred debate on social media after fans raised concerns about her kitchen hygiene in a new Thanksgiving-themed video shared on Instagram.
The Duchess of Sussex, 44, posted a short clip showing herself preparing a turkey for the upcoming holiday, but viewers quickly honed in on a detail they found troubling.
In the video, Meghan is seen mixing a blend of herbs and spices in a bowl before massaging the seasoning onto the raw turkey. While she appears to wash her hands afterward, many eagle-eyed users pointed out that she kept her rings, bracelets and other jewelry on while handling the uncooked poultry. According to critics, the accessories could trap bacteria and compromise food safety for anyone eating the meal.
One alarmed commenter wrote, “I don’t know anyone who wears their rings and bracelets when handling raw food, especially a turkey. Guaranteed spread of bacteria.” Another viewer added, “I love sparkly engagement rings as much as the next jewelry fan, but not while cooking!”
Others joined the debate, questioning why Meghan would risk getting food residue stuck in her jewelry. “Right? Who wants anything getting stuck in a ring setting?” a user asked. Another critic went further, calling it “basic food handling knowledge” and claiming the video proved she “has no idea what she’s doing.”
Despite the backlash, the video continues to circulate widely as fans discuss Meghan’s Thanksgiving preparations and the renewed spotlight on proper kitchen hygiene. Let me know if you need a meta title and description.