Tag Archives: Gumbo

It’s Gumbo Season

26 Oct

About ten days ago, I posted a pot of gumbo and its fixins. Now for folks who may not be familiar with this signature dish from the Gulf Coast, this is gumbo season. Since my first post I’ve seen so many gumbo images on social media, I’m making a second batch today. Often prepared with […]

Bacon, Spice & More-African American Chemist Helped Add Flavor

16 Feb

Each February I’m reminded of how many stories of unsung heroes there are to share about Black History. During this centennial year for the recognition of black history month the theme is “A Century of Black History, Life and Culture.” Food is intrinsic to culture, and it is central to everyday life. African American innovation […]

Who Dat Makin’ Gumbo?

16 Feb

Gumbo is one of the signature foods of the Gulf Coast, and between the Superbowl, Mardi Gras, and the simple desire for good eating, there is plenty of gumbo being made this month. Artfully prepared by African-American cooks in the 18th and 19th centuries, this dish is flavored from the fusion of African, French and […]