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Dooky Chase Cookbook, The

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I have lived in New Orleans all my life and have used these recipes. I can say that they are authenic "Dooky Chase" cuisine. My family and I would dine there as often as we could and we were never disappointed, everything was always delicious. Using these recipes has brought back very fond memories. I lost my original copy in transit from New Orleans, so now that I am living in San Diego, Im ordering a brand new copy. "Thanks You very much, Leah. You and your wonderful cuisine will always be remembered".

After watching Leah and Ron on the Discovery Channel, I had to own this book. The receipes are the same as I use in my kitchen, but with a little more finesse. Just love it.

As an official honorary citizen of New Orleans, I have enjoyed many a meal at Dooky Chase. Since I live in Los Angeles I was delighted to be able to get some of Mrs Chase's wonderful recipes. They are practical, easy to read, and absolutely delicious--though of course no one can duplicate her particular genius by themselves.
I also loved reading her anecdotes of the restaurant and the stories behind some of the recipes. I think the "culture" around a cuisine is a major part of the pleasure.

Leah Chase is major figure in our country's heritage. I mean it. The book is a delight.

I just ordered this book and if it is anything like her restaurant, then this should be a great book. I visited her restaurant in May 2005 and I had the best catfish po'boy, red beans & rice, and jambalaya. Her husband "Dookie" was there and he asked me where I was from. I told him Chicago and he told me stories about Ramsey Lewis and when he use to tour with different bands. He was the most pleasant person to talk to and he walked me out to my car when the order was complete. I will not go back to New Orleans until they rebuild Dooky Chase. The food is worth the drive to New Orleans and the hospitality is among the best of any city that I have traveled.

I loved both of Leah Chase's companion cook books, but particularly enjoyed the prints of her invaluable pieces of art work which adorn her spectacular restaurant. The receipes in the two books are mostly duplicative, but they are simple and excellent! She is a Queen in her own right and an outstanding mentor to so many in our country.

This book is truly a gem. Its 200 polished recipes bring back many happy memories. Reportedly, this famous restaurant is only open 4 days during the week from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Closed on weekends. Perhaps Mrs. Chase, now age 89, is finally sloiwing down. Apparently, the current Executive Chef is one of her great-grandsons, a MBA/Accountant who also graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Paris. If Mrs. Chase retires altogether, it's anyone's guess what will become of the iconic Dooky Chase Restaurant after its valiant recovery from devastation by Hurricane Katrina. Mrs. Chase lost her home in the storm as well and was relegated to a dismal FEMA trailer until matters improved. Glad I bought this wonderful cookbook with its great modern artwork and I look forward to making many of its treasured recipes.

Excellent book! A sheer delight! The recipes and instructions are outstanding. I've had the book only a few weeks and have thoroughly enjoyed it and using those superb recipes. Look forward to years of delightful and delicious meals.

I need to buy another one, because it makes a perfect gift for anyone from New Orleans, they really treasure the recipes. The author owns a restaurant in New Orleans - the best food there is !!!

As a child, our went to Dooky Chase restaurant many times when we visited New Orleans. In fact, my father hung out with Dooky Chase a bit back in the day.

As a Creole, I know the real thing in Creole cooking. Leah Chase is the real thing! She is amazing and this book is easy to read and follow. I bought copies for my children.

Choose your recipe and have a fun cooking experience!

Bon apetit & Laissez les bon temp rouler!

Previous reviewers have already said about all there is to say about Mrs. Chase's book...and I agree with every word they've written! In addition, though, I thoroughly enjoyed Mrs. Chase's remembrances of her youth, especially those involving her childhood "in the country." Those vignettes let readers have a glimpse of the influences that shaped her culinary artistry, and also serve as a series of quick verbal sketches that portray those times with a light (but accurate) touch.