Martha Stewart's Candid Take on Meghan Markle: Authenticity in Question?

The Royal Rumble: Martha Stewart Fires Shots at Meghan Markle's "Authenticity"

In a deliciously dramatic turn of events, lifestyle icon Martha Stewart has thrown shade at Meghan Markle's latest endeavors as an influencer and businesswoman. The 83-year-old mogul, known for her impeccable taste and down-to-earth charm, appeared less than impressed with the Duchess of Sussex's attempts to reinvent herself.

In a recent interview with Yahoo Australia, Stewart was asked about Meghan's rapid rise to fame in the lifestyle space. Her response? A resounding "I don't really know very well" – code for "is she for real?" The queen of entertaining also emphasized the importance of authenticity and expertise in her field, leaving many to wonder if Meghan is truly qualified to join the ranks of Martha Stewart.

But that's not all – it seems Martha has a soft spot for one of Meghan's neighbors, none other than Gwyneth Paltrow. The Oscar-winning actress and entrepreneur has built a lucrative brand with Goop, and Martha couldn't help but sing her praises. "Gwyneth has been very successful; she created quite an interesting body of businesses. She's admired... she won an Oscar for heaven's sake as an actress! She's pretty powerful."

Royal watchers are convinced that Martha is subtly calling out Meghan's inauthenticity, and the media is having a field day. But what does this mean for the Duchess of Sussex? Will her attempts to become the "new Martha Stewart" come crashing down around her?

As it turns out, Meghan has been busy launching new products under her As Ever brand – including a range of teas, a raspberry spread, and even a limited-edition wildflower honey. But are they any good? TheScholarlyNote.com's team put them to the test, and the results were...underwhelming.

The raspberry spread was deemed too thin and sweet, while the hibiscus tea was so bitter that one taste tester compared it to "drinking lip balm." And don't even get started on the honey – its waxy taste and overpowering wildflower aftertaste left many gagging. But hey, at least Meghan's trying, right?

But what about her latest venture: a line of wines? The Duchess of Sussex partnered with Fairwinds Estate to create a bespoke rosé, which promises to "capture the essence of sun-drenched outdoor moments." Sounds idyllic, but is it any good? Our team sampled the 2023 Napa Valley Rosé and found it lacking – smooth, yes, but bland and unremarkable.

In fact, we couldn't detect the promised notes of stone fruit. Instead, it tasted like a wine you'd find at a work happy hour – not exactly the epitome of luxury. And don't even get started on the acidic aftertaste that left our throats feeling uncomfortable.

But don't worry, Meghan's fans are still eating up every bit of it. The As Ever brand announced another batch of its Napa Valley wine, made in 2024 (unlike the last bottles, which were from 2023). The press release gushes about the new blend, promising an "elegant medley of delicate yet memorable flavor." We're not so sure.

The verdict? Meghan's products may be selling out quickly, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're good. As one taste tester put it, "It tasted like dirty dishwater." Ouch.

Meanwhile, Martha Stewart remains unimpressed – and we can't help but wonder if she's hinting at a larger issue: the commodification of identity. Is Meghan Markle simply capitalizing on her royal status to peddle mediocre products? Or is there something more to it?

Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: this royal rumble has only just begun. Stay tuned for more updates on TheScholarlyNote.com – your go-to source for all the latest gossip and news.