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Southern Louisiana: Gumbo

Season 1 Episode 110 | 26m 46s

Gumbo, originally from Louisiana, came out of the great diversity of cultures that were present in the area at the time. With African roots, the dish has evolved over time, drawing from French, American, Spanish, and Caribbean influences that represent gumbo as a true melting pot of cultures and cuisine.

Aired: 12/07/21
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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