Recipes for Bronzed Drum with Summer Vegetables, Stuffed Shrimp and Custard Pie.

Making Music The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy

Premiered April 28, 2023
Making Music

Edgar “Dooky” Chase Jr., Chef Leah Chase’s husband, was a talented jazz trumpet player who at an early age led The Dooky Chase Orchestra. He befriended many famous musicians who dined at Dooky Chase, including Duke Ellington and Ray Charles. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson salute the musically talented restaurateur with Bronzed Drum with Summer Vegetables, Stuffed Shrimp and Custard Pie.

About the Program

The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy

The Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah's Legacy is a new cooking series showcasing the Tremé restaurant and local landmark where Chef Leah Chase became known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine.Shot on location at Dooky Chase, the 26 episodes feature dishes that trace the history and cultural significance of the restaurant, prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led since Leah's death.

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