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Louisiana Chefs on How New Orleans Got Its Iconic Dish

Inspired by “No Passport Required,” “Good Gumbo” is a stylized visual exploration of historical and cultural roots of some of the most popular dishes in the Deep South. Hosted by acclaimed Louisiana chef Philip Lopez and produced by Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB).

Louisiana Chefs on How New Orleans Got Its Iconic Dish

Season 1 Episode 2 | 5m 35s | CC

When you think of Louisiana, odds are, you think of gumbo. What goes into this iconic dish, and how does it represent the cultural fusion of the city? Join Chef Phillip Lopez and historian Lolis Eric Jolie to find out.

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