THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH'S LEGACY is a new cooking series that showcases the Treme restaurant and local landmark where chef Leah Chase became known as the "Queen of Creole Cuisine." The series is shot on location in the Dooky Chase kitchen with dishes prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led the restaurant since Leah's death in 2019. In themed episodes that trace the history of the restaurant and its founders, viewers are introduced to Leah's grandson, Edgar "Dook" Chase IV, who now oversees the restaurant's kitchen; her niece Cleo Robinson, who joined Leah in the kitchen in 1980; and the restaurant's newest chef, Leah's great-granddaughter Zoe Chase. Paired with some of the menus are specialty cocktails crafted by Leah's granddaughter Eve Marie Haydel, who has updated drink recipes from the restaurant's earlier days. Leah continues to inspire people through the food now prepared by those who carry on her unwavering commitment to the people of New Orleans. Dook Chase speaks for the family when he says, "My grandmother's motto that she lived by was 'Pray, work and do for others.' That was a seed planted into us and what we continue to live by."
Showing airdates for Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy from Wednesday, May. 15 to Wednesday, May. 22
An Eye for Art
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Chef Leah Chase began collecting works by African American artists in the early 1970s and the restaurant is a visual feast thanks to the culinary icon who was a lifelong member of the New Orleans Museum of Art Board of Trustees. Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase revisit three dishes including Curried Chicken Salad, Crabmeat Salad, and Peach Cobbler, that were favorites at art patron parties.
Faith
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Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. Like her devoutly Catholic parents, she believed in the importance of good works, generously donating her services for many church fairs and fundraisers. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson recall her good deeds with significant dishes including Soft Shell Crab with Crawfish Sauce, Lima Beans with Shrimp, and Lemon Meringue Pie.
Faith
PBS
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Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. Like her devoutly Catholic parents, she believed in the importance of good works, generously donating her services for many church fairs and fundraisers. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson recall her good deeds with significant dishes including Soft Shell Crab with Crawfish Sauce, Lima Beans with Shrimp, and Lemon Meringue Pie.
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