Kardea Brown

Celebrated chef, author, and beloved TV personality Kardea Brown is a contemporary Southern cook who shares mouthwatering recipes and rich insights about cooking, culture, and coming together. She is the host of Food Network’s "Delicious Miss Brown," her eponymous show, as well as "Cupcake Championship" and "The Great Soul Food Cook-Off." Brown is of Gullah/Geechee descent, a term used to describe 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. She is the creator of the pop-up restaurant and social destination New Gullah Supper Club, where the menu pays homage to the dishes her grandmother and mother passed down to her.

Brown has made appearances on several other Food Network shows, including "Beat Bobby Flay," "Chopped Junior," "Cooks vs. Cons," "Family Food Showdown," and "Farmhouse Rules." She has published her first cookbook, "The Way Home: A Celebration of Sea Islands Food and Family with over 100 Recipes," which has been recognized as a #1 New Release in Amazon’s African Cooking, Food and Wine category and in the Soul Food Cooking, Food and Wine category. This collection of recipes offers a glimpse into the culinary traditions of the Gullah/Geechee culture, further highlighting Brown's commitment to preserving and sharing her heritage.

Kardea Brown’s engaging culinary events feature cooking demonstrations and conversations about Gullah/Geechee culture and cuisine. These events provide audiences with an immersive experience that not only delights the palate but also enriches the understanding of a unique American cultural identity, making her programs memorable for audiences of all kinds.