A mouthwatering bowl of gumbo is not just an iconic dish, but an invitation to learn about the foodways of Louisiana. Whether the gumbo you deem “authentic” is Creole or Cajun, thinner like at Dooky ...

Chicken and sausage gumbo in a pot - Lauripatterson/Getty Images If you're visiting New Orleans, it's well known that eating a hot, hearty Creole gumbo should be on your itinerary. There are lots of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gumbo is one of Louisiana's most iconic dishes. Its thick broth, unique preparation, and varied ingredients all tell a story of cultural ...

The New Orleans staple is being served at Tiana's Palace. Princess Tiana helped shed light on beloved foods from the bayou regions in the 2009 animated hit "The Princess and the Frog," and now Disney ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Can gumbo recipes published in 1847 and 1850 hold a candle to gumbo recipes from the 2020s? And who were the first people to eat gumbo, anyway? Because the answers to ...

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a classic Cajun dish that's perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras or any time you crave a hearty ...

Louisiana’s food is more than cuisine — it is history served on a plate. Shaped by Creole elegance and Cajun tradition, every ...

The Louisiana blizzard of 2025 blanketed Acadiana with around a foot of snow, shut down roads and businesses, and drove everyone from Morgan City to Grand Coteau indoors. In response, families across ...

Gumbo, to this proud son of the Gulf Coast, is a lot like pizza is for other people: Even if it’s not great, it’s still pretty good. There are about as many ways to make gumbo as there are chefs, but ...

A decade ago, just before I moved to Phoenix, I considered heading to New Orleans instead. My then-boyfriend and I called around checking on graduate schools and apartments but practically needed a ...