min read · August 26, 2025 · Entertainment

Meghan Markle's £10.38 Marmalade Launch Hits Snag Amidst Netflix Series Criticism

Meghan Markle's Product Launch Halted by Glitch, But Her Show is the Real Culprit

The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has done it again – launching a new line of products for her As Ever brand, but this time, a technical glitch got in the way. The 44-year-old royal unveiled her latest offerings on her website, which includes a £10.38 orange marmalade, just as her new Netflix series "With Love, Meghan" dropped to lukewarm reviews.

It's no secret that Meghan has been trying to shed her royal image and connect with the common folk through her baking show, but it seems like her efforts have fallen flat. Critics are panning her cooking skills, saying they're staged, fake, and dull – with The Scholarly Note's own expert weighing in on the matter.

The show, which features high-profile guests like Chrissy Teigen, John Legend, and fashion expert Tan France, has been met with a mixed reaction from viewers. While some have praised Meghan for being "genuinely earnest," others have called it "toe-curling" and "out-of-touch."

But what's even more interesting is the timing of her product launch. Meghan strategically timed it to coincide with the release of her new show, which has been met with a lukewarm reception. Her team announced new As Ever products would soon be hitting the shelves in a newsletter, touting the arrival of "a delectable new fruit spread" – but what they didn't mention was that the product launch itself would be marred by technical issues.

The glitch meant that generic shirts with 'example product title' and no descriptions showed on the screen, leaving fans frustrated. But it's not just her website that's had a meltdown – her show is also facing criticism for being "impersonal as a supermarket ad" and lacking authenticity.

In an interview with Bloomberg, Meghan spoke about how she's finally embracing her true self after years of royal constraints. She reminisced about the good old days when she could wear what she wanted (no more nude pantyhose!) and be more vocal about her opinions – but it seems like her show is still struggling to find its footing.

The As Ever range, which launched in March, includes pre-measured shortbread cookie and crepe mixes – a nod to Meghan's desire for a more relaxed approach to home baking. But with critics calling her "Montecito Marie Antoinette," it's clear that Meghan has a long way to go before she's fully accepted as the common folk's favorite royal.

And what about those products? Well, they're still available on the As Ever website – but at prices that might make your wallet weep. The £10.38 orange marmalade is just one of many new offerings, which include a range of herbal teas and a shortbread cookie mix. But are they worth the price tag?

Only time will tell if Meghan's show will win over critics and fans alike, but one thing's for sure – her product launches will continue to be a hot topic in the royal family.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the products: