Jun 17, 2019
This 2012 interview is the second of
three memorial podcasts in honor of New Orleans' beloved culinary
ambassador, Leah Chase. In the conversation, Leah's wonderful
enthusiasm for cooking shines through as she describes the
importance of making her guests feel at home. Leah Chase
passed away in New Orleans on June, 1, 2019.
Leah Chase is owner and Chef at
Dooky Chase restaurant. Leah, who celebrated her 89th birthday on
January 6, is a beloved figure in New Orleans' vibrant culinary
culture. She has put her indelible stamp on her family's renown
Creole restaurant. In 2012, for the first time since Hurricane
Katrina, Dooky Chase is open for dinner on Fridays. Leah shares her
thoughts about food and her life. She explains her philosophy of
life and tells us how her experiences as a youth were very
different from the way young people of today grow up. If you think
Leah's first passion is food, you might be surprised to hear what
Leah has to say. Many people do not know who the "Dooky" is in
Dooky Chase; listen in and find out.