Althea Brown
Hello I am Althea Brown. I am a James Beard–nominated storyteller, recipe developer, and self-taught chef. I am also the heart and hands behind metemgee.com, an online platform where I share the flavor, history, and culture of Guyana through food.
I love honoring my heritage, but I also am passionate about food that allows us to thrive. In 2023 I published my debut cookbook Caribbean Paleo, which explores Caribbean cuisine through a paleo lens. Although my focus is primarily on traditional Guyanese dishes, I often share gluten-, grain-, and dairy-free adaptations to make my food accessible to all. I am truly passionate about using traditional Caribbean ingredients in innovative ways to connect with the diaspora and food lovers around the world.
