August 2026 Cooking Challenge

The August Cooking Challenge is here, and this month we’re focusing on building your own Caribbean meal.

Make one of the recipes below, leave a quick review on the recipe page, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

This Month’s Theme: Make Your Own Caribbean Meal

A great Caribbean meal doesn’t have to be complicated. This month’s recipes include the building blocks of a delicious plate, from flavorful mains to classic sides, so you can mix and match your favorites or simply try the recipe that catches your eye.

Whether you’re looking for a new weeknight dinner or a Sunday meal to share with family, these recipes are a great place to start.

Recipes to Make This Month

Easy Caribbean Stew Chicken

If you’ve been wanting to try stew chicken but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen, this recipe is for you. I use boneless chicken thighs to make a version that’s full of rich, familiar flavor and ready in about 30 minutes.

Quick Chicken Curry

If you’re looking for a chicken curry that’s rich without being saucy, give bunjal chicken a try. As the curry cooks down, the spices coat every piece of chicken, so it’s especially good with rice or roti.

White Rice

White rice is a staple in Caribbean kitchens, and once you learn this method, you’ll have the perfect side for everything from stew chicken and curry to beans and vegetables. If you’ve ever ended up with rice that’s too wet or too firm, I’ll show you exactly how I make it.

Guyanese Bhaji (Sautéed Spinach)

If you’re looking for a simple vegetable side, bhaji is hard to beat. Fresh spinach cooks down with garlic and tomatoes into a dish that pairs well with just about any Caribbean main.

How to Enter the Cooking Challenge

1. Make one of the recipes listed above.
2. Leave a quick rating or comment directly on the recipe post.

Each approved review counts as one entry.

Challenge Deadline

Reviews must be submitted by August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Prize Details

One winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
The winner will be selected at random and contacted directly by email in early September.

Need More Details?

If you’re looking for the full details on how the challenge works, including entry details and guidelines, you can find everything here.

👉🏾 View the Metemgee Cooking Challenge Page

Ready to Get Started?

Pick a recipe, get in the kitchen, and let me know how it turns out.