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Florence & Tony Gravois

The 13 Seasons of A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Company began in 1990 and cover the range of Louisiana cuisine from wild game to seafood, from creole to cajun, and from healthy to classic recipes. Featured episodes include Thanksgiving and Christmas specials, famous chefs including Leah Chase and Paul Prudhomme, and a healthy dose of Louisiana history and culture.

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Florence & Tony Gravois

Season 10 Episode 16 | 26m 44s | CC

In this episode from the “Louisiana Cooking with a Change of Heart” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from April 26, 2003, Chef John Folse visits Florence Gravois and Tony Gravois at their home in Vacherie, Louisiana. Florence shares her recipe for Petit Gateaux, or Christmas Tea Cookies. In his kitchen, Chef Folse prepares a healthier version of the Petit Gateaux, as well as Crab Meat Au Gratin.

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