“The gumbo was heart-warming, to be sure…but a lot more than my heart was warmed. There was a spiritual satisfaction as well… because I’d just found the best gumbo I’d ever tasted & it was in New York City.”
noun | gum • bo
A big-ass bowl of Southern comfort. Made with okra, the Cajun Holy Trinity*, chicken, sausage or seafood, our signature 2-hour roux, and a secret blend of herbs and spices.
noun | kay • jin ho • lee trin • ih • tee
The ingrediential axis upon which all Louisiana cooking revolves. The Father, Son & Holy Spirit? Think again. The Celery, Onion, & Pepper. Amen.
Fun Fact: contrary to popular belief, Cajun cuisine is always well-seasoned, but NOT always spicy. To breathe fire or to not breathe fire? That is the question. And your call.
noun | poh • boi
The best sandwich you'll ever scarf. Fried seafood and meats on iconic Leidenheimer bread shipped fresh from New Orleans.