Chef Leah Chase can be described as a Southern food icon, but she is often referred to as the Queen of Creole Cuisine. In the 1940s she turned her family's casual eatery into an elegant, fine dining experience - one that served Black patrons in a segregated South. Dooky Chase's Restaurant served Creole dishes formed by the unique blending of cultures and flavors in Louisiana. The upscale restaurant became a meeting place for civil rights strategists and activists. Leah Chase also fed countless p

79 reactions | That’s a wrap for Season 1 of ʻONO! Hawaiʻi’s Food Culture!  From sweet treats like butter mochi to savory delights like laulau, our digital series explores the history behind Hawaiʻi’s most beloved comfort foods. What should we cover next? Let us know! Sponsored by @hawaiifoodindustryassociation #pbs #pbshawaii #hawaii #ono #onolicious #foodie #localkinegrindz | PBS Hawai‘i | Facebook