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The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy

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The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy is a new cooking series showcasing the Tremé restaurant and local landmark where Chef Leah Chase became known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine.Shot on location at Dooky Chase, the 26 episodes feature dishes that trace the history and cultural significance of the restaurant, prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led since Leah's death.

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Civil Rights

Season 1 Episode 108 | 26m 46s | CC

Recalling strategy sessions led by Civil Rights leaders at Dooky Chase‘s Restaurant, Chef Leah Chase said, “We helped change the world over a bowl of gumbo and some fried chicken.” This episode explores the role of Dooky Chase’s in the social history of New Orleans and the Civil Rights movement with Creole Gumbo and Stewed Chicken and a companion Grand D cocktail.

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