Nothing beats the soul-warming comfort of authentic Louisiana gumbo, especially when it’s made with recipes passed down through generations.
Last summer, I embarked on a mouth-watering journey across the Pelican State to find those special spots where tradition still reigns supreme.
From New Orleans to Baton Rouge, these seven soul food havens keep grandma’s gumbo legacy alive and kicking, with flavors so authentic you’ll swear your own grandmother is hiding in the kitchen.
1. Dooky Chase’s: The Presidential Gumbo Palace
Lawd have mercy, the first spoonful of gumbo at Dooky Chase’s nearly knocked me off my chair! This legendary establishment, once helmed by the late Queen of Creole Cuisine Leah Chase, has served everyone from civil rights leaders to presidents…