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Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy
| Website: | https://dookychase.wyes.org/ |
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| Next Airing: | Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024 at 6:00 AM on UEN-TV |
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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."
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Family Gathering
On this episode viewers visit the Chase Family Pavilion for a get-together in the country. The gathering features an array of down-home favorites, including Leah's Cole Slaw, Boiled Crawfish and Pulled Pork.
Next Airing: Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024 at 6:00 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
At Home with My Pots
Recognizing that they have big shoes to fill, the younger Chase generations carry on their family's legacy at Dooky Chase, creating new dishes while respecting food traditions that Chef Leah Chase brought to the table. Representing this fusion, Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase present Chicken Cacciatore and Stuffed Acorn Squash with Cherry Red Wine Reduction, accompanied by Eve Marie Haydel's Lavender Lemonade.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
Christmas Traditions
The Chase family established Christmas traditions that evolved around the restaurant. The festivity continues with a Christmas Eve pajama party that includes festive dishes like Stuffed Mirliton and Poached Redfish from Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson. Chef Dook and Eve Marie Haydel join forces on Spiked Eggnog.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
Culinary School
James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leah Chase reached the pinnacle of her profession through her natural talent and dedication to her craft. The self-trained chef encouraged those who followed her to pursue formal culinary training. Lamb Chops with Mint and Rosemary Glaze, Stuffed Redfish Wrapped in Lettuce Leaves, and Chocolate Mousse with Citrus reflect the training of grandson Dook Chase at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and granddaughter Zoe Chase, who is a graduate of the New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute (NOCHI).
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
Dooky Chase's Second Act
The younger Chase generations have reintroduced Creole specialties and cocktails from an earlier day, while adding new menu items like vegan dishes. On this episode the past meets the present with two dishes from Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase - Stuffed Eggplant with Shrimp and Crabmeat, plus Pan Seared Whole Trout. Eve Marie Haydel offers a new twist on a traditional cocktail with her Spicy Jalapeno Hibiscus Margarita.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
Father's Day Breakfast
Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. The menu on this episode features special dishes for Father's Day including Breakfast Shrimp, Grillades, and Sugar Steak prepared by Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026 -
Potluck
At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson share three potluck favorites - Stuffed Bell Peppers, Baked Macaroni and Tutti Frutti Pork.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 4/28/2023 to 4/27/2026