Every spring, my grandfather would announce his annual gumbo party, and our family would gather for the Cajun-inspired feast.

This iconic stew has a complicated history. Here’s how gumbo became emblematic of both Creole and Cajun cuisines.

Both start with a roux and might incorporate okra or filé powder, but Cajun gumbo usually includes chicken or sausage, while Creole gumbo often uses shellfish. The acidity of tomatoes complements ...

The key to great gumbo is the roux, a mix of flour and fat cooked low and slow until it reaches a deep brown color, giving ...

Add the chopped tomatoes, the cooked vegetables and the okra. Stir to combine and then ... then place on top of the gumbo, put a lid on and place over a low heat for 10 minutes.

Mardi Gras, which marks the end of Carnival, is a time of indulgence. We get the party started with the official dish of ...

He's an expert on all of NOLA's iconic foods but has a special place in his heart for gumbo. Here are his favourite bowls – from Cajun-style Brigsten's to the OG at Commander's Palace.