Meghan Markle’s Netflix Teaser Appears to Confirm Long-Standing Rumor About Prince Harry
In what may be one of the most casually delivered royal revelations of the year, Meghan Markle appears to have confirmed a long-standing rumor about her husband, Prince Harry, without even trying.
The moment happened in the trailer for season two of her Netflix lifestyle series With Love, a show that blends cooking, celebrity conversations, and glimpses into Meghan’s home life in Montecito, California. But amid the polished kitchen scenes and friendly banter, one brief exchange revealed something curious about the Duke of Sussex’s eating habits—something that ties into a decades-old piece of royal dining folklore.
The Scene That Sparked the Conversation
The teaser shows Meghan in her bright, modern kitchen preparing food alongside acclaimed Spanish-American chef José Andrés. In a relaxed moment, Meghan smiles and drops the remark:
“Do you know who doesn’t like lobster? My husband.”
Andrés, visibly taken aback, responds with mock disbelief:
“And you married him?”
It’s a lighthearted moment, but for royal watchers, the comment sounded like more than a quirky food preference. It seemed to align perfectly with a long-held belief that members of the British Royal Family often avoid seafood—especially when traveling.
“Do you know who doesn’t like lobster? My husband.”
The Origins of the “No Seafood” Tradition
The idea that royals steer clear of shellfish isn’t an official rule, but former palace staff have explained it as a matter of practicality. Grant Harrold, who served as a royal butler to King Charles III, told the Express earlier this year:
“It is a very sensible move to abandon having seafood when out and about on public duties. We don’t want a member of the Royal Family having a serious reaction to food poisoning, especially if they are on an overseas tour. Therefore, you will not normally find this on the royal menu.”
Given that lobster and shellfish can be riskier in terms of food safety, the theory holds weight. If Harry has chosen to avoid it entirely—both on and off royal duty—it would be an understandable precaution.
Royal Rebels and Seafood Moments
Of course, as with many “royal rules,” there have been exceptions. King Charles III, for instance, was photographed at the Whitstable Oyster Festival in 2013 enjoying fresh oysters straight from the shell alongside Queen Camilla, a very public deviation from the supposed no-seafood guideline.
Even Queen Elizabeth II, often thought to be a traditionalist in such matters, was known to enjoy her fair share of fish and seafood. Former royal chef Darren McGrady shared a photograph of a 1989 menu from Windsor Castle showing “soufflé de homard” (lobster soufflé) as part of a royal dinner. The late monarch apparently had no qualms about indulging in lobster behind palace walls.
Harry’s Preference: Rule or Taste?
So, is Harry’s lobster avoidance really a matter of protocol, or is it simply a case of personal taste? Meghan’s tone in the clip suggests the latter, as if this is just one of those charming differences couples learn to live with.
But given his upbringing, it’s equally possible that years of subtle royal dining habits have influenced his palate.
And for fans of With Love, the revelation was just another example of how Meghan’s series blends lifestyle content with intimate moments. In the first season, she brought viewers into her Montecito home, whipped up signature dishes, and invited celebrity friends over for dinner parties.
Harry even made a surprise appearance in the finale, showing off the easy domestic chemistry between them. Season two seems set to offer more of the same—plus the occasional unexpected royal tidbit.
Harry is said to be actively against lobster
A Peek Behind the Curtain
While it’s hardly the biggest royal scandal, Meghan’s offhand comment adds to the public’s ongoing fascination with the couple’s private life. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may have stepped back from official royal duties, but moments like this prove they still carry an aura of intrigue—and that their everyday choices, even something as simple as what’s on the dinner table, can spark conversation.
Whether it’s protocol, preference, or a combination of both, one thing’s for sure: lobster won’t be making an appearance at the Sussex dinner table anytime soon.
