NEW YORK — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to balance public scrutiny with a relatively normal family routine in Montecito, California, while quietly supporting humanitarian efforts, according to longtime friend Chef José Andrés.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who stepped back from senior royal duties in 2020 and relocated to the United States, have focused on their Archewell Foundation, individual projects and raising their two children. Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, highlighted the couple's behind-the-scenes generosity and everyday family dynamics in a recent interview.

"They made their kitchen the meeting place like every other family," Andrés told People Magazine. "I love how Meghan interacts with her children and food."

The renowned chef praised the Sussexes for their consistent, low-profile involvement in relief efforts during disasters. "Nobody finds out about those moments and they do it often, all the time," he said. "Whenever a disaster hits they always ask, 'What can we do here and can we help you?'"

Andrés emphasized the couple's commitment to solutions even when cameras are absent. "They can decide to live a life in the comfort of their home, but I love that they are there even when nobody's looking, they're there just making sure that they can also be part of the solution," he added. "That's why I'm very proud to call them friends."

The remarks come as Harry and Meghan navigate independent lives after their high-profile exit from the British royal family. Their Montecito........

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