The atmosphere was electric as the National Book Festival kicked off its opening night at the illustrious Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.

Among the celebrated authors and literary figures was none other than Tamron Hall, the beloved television host who was there to unveil her new cookbook, “A Confident Cook.”

However, it was her playful jabs at Meghan Markle’s Netflix cooking show that truly stole the spotlight and had the audience roaring with laughter.

With a radiant smile lighting up her face, Tamron greeted the crowd warmly.

“Good evening, book lovers!

I’m thrilled to be here tonight to celebrate the written word and share my culinary adventures with you all,” she said, instantly putting everyone at ease.

But as she continued, it became clear that she had a cheeky agenda in mind.

“Now, I know a thing or two about cooking, and I must say I was quite entertained when a certain royal tried her hand at hosting a cooking show,” she teased, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

The audience erupted in laughter as Tamron launched into her roast of Meghan Markle’s much-criticized series, “The Royal Table.” “Let’s just say I’m glad I wasn’t the one taste-testing those dishes,” she quipped, sending waves of laughter through the room.

Her comedic timing was impeccable as she added, “I mean, the woman can’t even boil water without turning it into a royal rumble.

How did she think she could manage an entire cooking show?”

Tamron didn’t hold back as she recounted some of the more cringe-worthy moments from Meghan’s culinary escapades.

“There was that time she attempted homemade pasta, and let me tell you, those noodles looked like they’d been through a war,” she said, eliciting even more laughter.

“And don’t get me started on her souffle—it came out looking more like a deflated basketball.

Honestly, I’m surprised the NBA didn’t sue her for copyright infringement!”

The crowd was thoroughly entertained, their laughter and applause punctuating every comedic jab.

“But you know, I have to give Meghan some credit; she certainly had the audacity to present herself as a culinary expert,” Tamron remarked.

“This is the same woman who once tried to sell a can of beans as a gourmet meal.

A can of beans, people?

And we’re supposed to trust her to teach us how to cook?”

As Tamron continued, she playfully challenged the audience’s expectations.

“Now, I know what you’re thinking—‘Tamron, how can you be so tough on Meghan Markle?

She’s a fellow woman of color trying to make her mark in this cutthroat industry.’” She paused, allowing her words to resonate.

“And yes, Meghan and I may share some similarities, but that doesn’t mean I’m giving her a free pass.

If anything, I hold her to a higher standard.”

Tamron’s passion was palpable as she elaborated, “When you’re a woman of color in the public eye, you’ve got to bring your A-game every single time.

There’s no room for half-baked efforts or lackluster cooking skills.” The audience was rapt, hanging on her every word as she emphasized the missed opportunity Meghan had to inspire others with her culinary talents.

“Instead, what we got was a culinary train wreck,” Tamron declared, her voice rising with enthusiasm.

“And you know what they say: if you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

Or in Meghan’s case, maybe just stick to the frozen food aisle.” The audience erupted into thunderous applause, some even leaping to their feet in appreciation of her bold humor.

After the laughter subsided, Tamron shifted gears.

“But enough about Meghan’s questionable cooking skills,” she said with a grin.

“I’m here tonight to talk about my own culinary journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way.

Becoming a confident cook didn’t happen overnight; it took years of trial and error, burned casseroles, and soggy salads before I finally found my groove.”

Tamron captivated the audience with hilarious anecdotes from her early cooking days, sharing tales of mishaps like accidentally using baking soda instead of sugar in her chocolate chip cookies.

“You know what they say: if you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

Or in my case, just invest in a really good fire extinguisher!” The crowd roared with laughter, enchanted by her infectious energy and self-deprecating humor.

She then offered practical tips for aspiring home cooks, emphasizing that cooking shouldn’t be intimidating.

“Sure, it can feel daunting at first with all the chopping and measuring, but once you get the hang of it, cooking can be an absolute joy,” she explained.

“It’s a creative outlet, a way to nourish yourself and your loved ones, and a skill you can keep honing for life.”

As Tamron wrapped up her remarks, the audience burst into applause, eager to get their copies of “A Confident Cook” signed.

With a beaming smile, she reflected on the evening’s success.

“I don’t know about you all, but I could definitely go for a home-cooked meal right about now,” she said with a wink, “and I guarantee it’ll be a heck of a lot better than anything Meghan Markle has ever served up.” The crowd roared with laughter, chanting her name in celebration.

Tamron Hall had not only entertained the audience with her culinary wisdom and humor but also delivered a memorable roasting of a certain royal chef-turned-Netflix star.

As the event came to a close, she radiated confidence and warmth, proving that when a truly confident cook takes the stage, magic happens.