From LA to the Caribbean: Celebrity Chef Ameera Finds Peace in Saint Lucia

Celebrity chef and holistic wellness practitioner Ameera Muhammad has found a new home in Saint Lucia, bringing her culinary expertise and passion for holistic healing to the island. The Los Angeles-based chef, known for working with some of the biggest names in entertainment, has been visiting Saint Lucia since 2019. However, a transformative journey led her to officially call the island home in August 2024. “I fell in love with the island…. The people were so friendly, and the island was so healing,” Chef Ameera shared in an interview with St Lucia Times as she prepared her twist on Saint Lucia’s national dish, green figs and saltfish. Since making the island her permanent residence, she has embraced its culture, beauty, and slower pace of life. “Sundays feel like a Sunday here…. People take time to slow down. It’s not a go, go, go, go,” she said, contrasting it with the fast-paced lifestyle of Los Angeles. Now fully settled in Saint Lucia, Chef Ameera is eager to celebrate her first Independence Day on the island. “I’m really, really excited… I feel the independence energy… I’m celebrating too,” she said enthusiastically. For Chef Ameera, Saint Lucia is more than just a residence—it’s...