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REDEFINING SOUL FOOD AND GULLAH CUISINE
Chef Kardea Brown, an Emmy-nominated host of Food Network’s Delicious Miss Brown, blends traditional Gullah cuisine with modern twists, honoring her South Carolina roots. Known for her vegetable-forward Southern dishes, she’s redefining soul food and showcasing the rich heritage of the Gullah people through her culinary journey.
Kardea Brown’s story begins in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, where she grew up in the Gullah Geechee community.
The Gullah community formed when West Africans arrived in the Lowcountry as slaves, and developed a cuisine born of necessity, making use of local ingredients harvested from land and sea. It was through her grandmother that Kardea learned and tasted the traditional foods of her ancestry. While dedicated to preserving her culinary roots and sharing the history of her culture, Kardea also began to infuse newer flavors that reflect her innate flair for cooking and exploration of diverse influences.
Today, she’s an Emmy-nominated chef and the host of Food Network’s Delicious Miss Brown, where she takes viewers on a flavorful journey through her family’s heritage with a modern twist.
Before becoming a household name, Kardea brought her heritage to life with the New Gullah Supper Club, a pop-up dinner series that captured the essence of her Lowcountry roots. The series quickly gained traction, eventually leading to her own show, Delicious Miss Brown.
Known for her vegetable-forward take on Southern classics, Kardea is redefining what modern Southern cuisine looks like—mixing traditional Gullah ingredients with her own creative flair.
Kardea’s cookbook, The Way Home, brings her Gullah-inspired recipes into kitchens across the country. “Gullah” and “GeeChee” refer to a distinct group of African Americans living in the coastal areas of South Carolina and Georgia who have preserved much of their West African language, culture, and cuisine. This New York Times bestseller celebrates her family’s heritage with a blend of Southern and West African flavors, showing how soul food is anything but one-dimensional.
“Gullah people laid the foundation for Southern cooking. Before farm-to-table was a fad, it was what Gullah people did,” Kardea explains. “I want to show the world that soul food is not monolithic. It’s so much more than fried chicken and vegetables cooked in pork. It’s seasonal, fresh and delicious!”
CATCH KARDEA BROWN LIVE AT NPIWFF 2025
This year, Kardea is bringing her vibrant, soul-satisfying dishes to the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival (NPIWFF), where she will showcase her blend of heritage with innovation. From her unforgettable flavors to her engaging personality, Kardea is a must-see at the festival, and you won’t want to miss the chance to experience her magic in person. Join Kardea at NPIWFF for a culinary experience that’s as rich in flavor as it is in story. You’ll leave with a newfound appreciation for Gullah cuisine—and a craving for more.
Food Network star Kardea Brown hosts the ultimate island-style cookout at the luxurious Athletic Garden. Enjoy Bahamian entertainment, local cuisine, and tropical drinks at this lively event.
March 13, 2025| 5 PM | Athletic Garden
Nothing says Caribbean flavor like Jerk! Hosted by Kardea Brown and JJ Johnson, this signature, Bahamian-inspired event highlights the most flavorful grilled meats and seafood, along with live cooking demos, music, and a can’t miss live performance by Shaggy.
March 15, 2025 | 8 PM | Ocean’s Edge
Elevate your Sunday with an extravagant all-inclusive brunch, featuring a seafood bar, charcuterie, artisan pastries, family-style main courses, and unlimited Mimosas and Bloody Marys, all paired with lively entertainment and hosted by Kardea Brown.
March 16, 2025 | 11 AM & 2 PM | Café Martinique
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