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."
Sat, Sep 23 | 3:30 P.M. |
The Queen of Creole Cuisine
NHPBS (11.1)
Chef Leah Chase was a tireless ambassador for her community. |
Wed, Sep 27 | 6:30 P.M. |
Make It Good
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family grew a corner sandwich shop into one of the most culturally significant restaurants in the country, where Chef Leah Chase became known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine. |
Wed, Sep 27 | 8:30 P.M. |
Make It Good
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family grew a corner sandwich shop into one of the most culturally significant restaurants in the country, where Chef Leah Chase became known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine. |
Thu, Sep 28 | 12:00 A.M. |
Make It Good
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family grew a corner sandwich shop into one of the most culturally significant restaurants in the country, where Chef Leah Chase became known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine. |
Thu, Sep 28 | 6:30 P.M. |
Madisonville
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase grew up in Madisonville, Louisiana, a small community on the Tchefuncte River, across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. |
Thu, Sep 28 | 8:30 P.M. |
Madisonville
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase grew up in Madisonville, Louisiana, a small community on the Tchefuncte River, across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. |
Fri, Sep 29 | 12:00 A.M. |
Madisonville
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase grew up in Madisonville, Louisiana, a small community on the Tchefuncte River, across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. |
Fri, Sep 29 | 6:30 P.M. |
Queen's Day
NH Create (11.4)
January 6th is King's Day, the traditional start of Carnival in New Orleans, but at Dooky Chase the date is celebrated as Queen's Day in honor of Chef Leah Chase who was born that day. |
Fri, Sep 29 | 8:30 P.M. |
Queen's Day
NH Create (11.4)
January 6th is King's Day, the traditional start of Carnival in New Orleans, but at Dooky Chase the date is celebrated as Queen's Day in honor of Chef Leah Chase who was born that day. |
Sat, Sep 30 | 2:30 A.M. |
Queen's Day
NH Create (11.4)
January 6th is King's Day, the traditional start of Carnival in New Orleans, but at Dooky Chase the date is celebrated as Queen's Day in honor of Chef Leah Chase who was born that day. |
Sat, Sep 30 | 3:30 P.M. |
Do for Others
NHPBS (11.1)
The motto that Chef Leah Chase lived by was "Pray, Work and Do For others. |
Mon, Oct 2 | 6:30 P.M. |
Hortensia's Garden
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase's mother, Hortensia Lange, was an inventive Creole cook who fed her large family in rural Madisonville with fresh produce from the family's garden. |
Mon, Oct 2 | 8:30 P.M. |
Hortensia's Garden
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase's mother, Hortensia Lange, was an inventive Creole cook who fed her large family in rural Madisonville with fresh produce from the family's garden. |
Tue, Oct 3 | 12:00 A.M. |
Hortensia's Garden
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase's mother, Hortensia Lange, was an inventive Creole cook who fed her large family in rural Madisonville with fresh produce from the family's garden. |
Tue, Oct 3 | 6:30 P.M. |
Humble Beginnings
NH Create (11.4)
The origin of the Dooky Chase Restaurant, established in 1941, was a sandwich shop across the street owned by Edgar "Dooky" Chase Sr. |
Tue, Oct 3 | 8:30 P.M. |
Humble Beginnings
NH Create (11.4)
The origin of the Dooky Chase Restaurant, established in 1941, was a sandwich shop across the street owned by Edgar "Dooky" Chase Sr. |
Wed, Oct 4 | 12:00 A.M. |
Humble Beginnings
NH Create (11.4)
The origin of the Dooky Chase Restaurant, established in 1941, was a sandwich shop across the street owned by Edgar "Dooky" Chase Sr. |
Wed, Oct 4 | 6:30 P.M. |
Leah's Classic New Orleans Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase wanted to elevate her restaurant and provide fine dining for her community. |
Wed, Oct 4 | 8:30 P.M. |
Leah's Classic New Orleans Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase wanted to elevate her restaurant and provide fine dining for her community. |
Thu, Oct 5 | 12:00 A.M. |
Leah's Classic New Orleans Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase wanted to elevate her restaurant and provide fine dining for her community. |
Thu, Oct 5 | 6:30 P.M. |
Making Music
NH Create (11.4)
Edgar "Dooky" Chase Jr., Chef Leah's husband, was a talented jazz trumpet player who at an early age led The Dooky Chase Orchestra. |
Thu, Oct 5 | 8:30 P.M. |
Making Music
NH Create (11.4)
Edgar "Dooky" Chase Jr., Chef Leah's husband, was a talented jazz trumpet player who at an early age led The Dooky Chase Orchestra. |
Fri, Oct 6 | 12:00 A.M. |
Making Music
NH Create (11.4)
Edgar "Dooky" Chase Jr., Chef Leah's husband, was a talented jazz trumpet player who at an early age led The Dooky Chase Orchestra. |
Fri, Oct 6 | 6:30 P.M. |
Civil Rights
NH Create (11.4)
Recalling strategy sessions led by Civil Rights leaders at Dooky Chase's Restaurant, Chef Leah Chase said, "we helped change the world over a bowl of gumbo and some fried chicken. |
Fri, Oct 6 | 8:30 P.M. |
Civil Rights
NH Create (11.4)
Recalling strategy sessions led by Civil Rights leaders at Dooky Chase's Restaurant, Chef Leah Chase said, "we helped change the world over a bowl of gumbo and some fried chicken. |
Sat, Oct 7 | 2:30 A.M. |
Civil Rights
NH Create (11.4)
Recalling strategy sessions led by Civil Rights leaders at Dooky Chase's Restaurant, Chef Leah Chase said, "we helped change the world over a bowl of gumbo and some fried chicken. |
Sat, Oct 7 | 3:30 P.M. |
Mardi Gras
NHPBS (11.1)
The celebration of Mardi Gras is a cherished tradition at Dooky Chase that includes a toast to King Zulu as the parade passes in front of the restaurant. |
Sun, Oct 8 | 5:00 P.M. |
Hortensia's Garden
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase's mother, Hortensia Lange, was an inventive Creole cook who fed her large family in rural Madisonville with fresh produce from the family's garden. |
Mon, Oct 9 | 6:30 P.M. |
Holy Thursday
NH Create (11.4)
Holy Thursday is an important Creole tradition celebrated at Dooky Chase since 1973. |
Mon, Oct 9 | 8:30 P.M. |
Holy Thursday
NH Create (11.4)
Holy Thursday is an important Creole tradition celebrated at Dooky Chase since 1973. |
Tue, Oct 10 | 12:00 A.M. |
Holy Thursday
NH Create (11.4)
Holy Thursday is an important Creole tradition celebrated at Dooky Chase since 1973. |
Tue, Oct 10 | 6:30 P.M. |
Distinguished Guests
NH Create (11.4)
Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama are two important guests who dined at Dooky Chase through the years. |
Tue, Oct 10 | 8:30 P.M. |
Distinguished Guests
NH Create (11.4)
Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama are two important guests who dined at Dooky Chase through the years. |
Wed, Oct 11 | 12:00 A.M. |
Distinguished Guests
NH Create (11.4)
Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama are two important guests who dined at Dooky Chase through the years. |
Wed, Oct 11 | 6:30 P.M. |
An Eye for Art
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase began collecting works by African American artists in the early 1970s and the restaurant is a visual feast thanks to the culinary icon who was a lifelong member of the New Orleans Museum of Art Board of Trustees. |
Wed, Oct 11 | 8:30 P.M. |
An Eye for Art
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase began collecting works by African American artists in the early 1970s and the restaurant is a visual feast thanks to the culinary icon who was a lifelong member of the New Orleans Museum of Art Board of Trustees. |
Thu, Oct 12 | 12:00 A.M. |
An Eye for Art
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase began collecting works by African American artists in the early 1970s and the restaurant is a visual feast thanks to the culinary icon who was a lifelong member of the New Orleans Museum of Art Board of Trustees. |
Thu, Oct 12 | 6:30 P.M. |
Faith
NH Create (11.4)
Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. |
Thu, Oct 12 | 8:30 P.M. |
Faith
NH Create (11.4)
Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. |
Fri, Oct 13 | 12:00 A.M. |
Faith
NH Create (11.4)
Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. |
Fri, Oct 13 | 6:30 P.M. |
Local Politics
NH Create (11.4)
For nearly ten years Chef Leah Chase prepared food for an annual wild game dinner hosted by New Orleans' first Black mayor, Ernest "Dutch" Morial, an event that outgrew the restaurant and was eventually held in the Municipal Auditorium. |
Fri, Oct 13 | 8:30 P.M. |
Local Politics
NH Create (11.4)
For nearly ten years Chef Leah Chase prepared food for an annual wild game dinner hosted by New Orleans' first Black mayor, Ernest "Dutch" Morial, an event that outgrew the restaurant and was eventually held in the Municipal Auditorium. |
Sat, Oct 14 | 2:30 A.M. |
Local Politics
NH Create (11.4)
For nearly ten years Chef Leah Chase prepared food for an annual wild game dinner hosted by New Orleans' first Black mayor, Ernest "Dutch" Morial, an event that outgrew the restaurant and was eventually held in the Municipal Auditorium. |
Sat, Oct 14 | 3:30 P.M. |
Creole Feast
NHPBS (11.1)
Chef Leah Chase offered a leisurely multi-course Creole Feast for special gatherings as an opportunity for her guests to spend time enjoying food and conversation. |
Sun, Oct 15 | 5:00 P.M. |
Holy Thursday
NH Create (11.4)
Holy Thursday is an important Creole tradition celebrated at Dooky Chase since 1973. |
Mon, Oct 16 | 6:30 P.M. |
Restaurant Evolution
NH Create (11.4)
Reflecting its commitment to the Treme neighborhood in which it is located, this episode traces changes to the Dooky Chase Restaurant, including an expansion for the 1984 World's Fair in New Orleans and a challenging rebuild following Hurricane Katrina in 2005. |
Mon, Oct 16 | 8:30 P.M. |
Restaurant Evolution
NH Create (11.4)
Reflecting its commitment to the Treme neighborhood in which it is located, this episode traces changes to the Dooky Chase Restaurant, including an expansion for the 1984 World's Fair in New Orleans and a challenging rebuild following Hurricane Katrina in 2005. |
Tue, Oct 17 | 12:00 A.M. |
Restaurant Evolution
NH Create (11.4)
Reflecting its commitment to the Treme neighborhood in which it is located, this episode traces changes to the Dooky Chase Restaurant, including an expansion for the 1984 World's Fair in New Orleans and a challenging rebuild following Hurricane Katrina in 2005. |
Tue, Oct 17 | 6:30 P.M. |
The Queen of Creole Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase was a tireless ambassador for her community. |
Tue, Oct 17 | 8:30 P.M. |
The Queen of Creole Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase was a tireless ambassador for her community. |
Wed, Oct 18 | 12:00 A.M. |
The Queen of Creole Cuisine
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase was a tireless ambassador for her community. |
Wed, Oct 18 | 6:30 P.M. |
Do for Others
NH Create (11.4)
The motto that Chef Leah Chase lived by was "Pray, Work and Do For others. |
Wed, Oct 18 | 8:30 P.M. |
Do for Others
NH Create (11.4)
The motto that Chef Leah Chase lived by was "Pray, Work and Do For others. |
Thu, Oct 19 | 12:00 A.M. |
Do for Others
NH Create (11.4)
The motto that Chef Leah Chase lived by was "Pray, Work and Do For others. |
Thu, Oct 19 | 6:30 P.M. |
Mardi Gras
NH Create (11.4)
The celebration of Mardi Gras is a cherished tradition at Dooky Chase that includes a toast to King Zulu as the parade passes in front of the restaurant. |
Thu, Oct 19 | 8:30 P.M. |
Mardi Gras
NH Create (11.4)
The celebration of Mardi Gras is a cherished tradition at Dooky Chase that includes a toast to King Zulu as the parade passes in front of the restaurant. |
Fri, Oct 20 | 12:00 A.M. |
Mardi Gras
NH Create (11.4)
The celebration of Mardi Gras is a cherished tradition at Dooky Chase that includes a toast to King Zulu as the parade passes in front of the restaurant. |
Fri, Oct 20 | 6:30 P.M. |
Creole Feast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase offered a leisurely multi-course Creole Feast for special gatherings as an opportunity for her guests to spend time enjoying food and conversation. |
Fri, Oct 20 | 8:30 P.M. |
Creole Feast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase offered a leisurely multi-course Creole Feast for special gatherings as an opportunity for her guests to spend time enjoying food and conversation. |
Sat, Oct 21 | 2:30 A.M. |
Creole Feast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase offered a leisurely multi-course Creole Feast for special gatherings as an opportunity for her guests to spend time enjoying food and conversation. |
Sat, Oct 21 | 3:30 P.M. |
Multicultural Spirit
NHPBS (11.1)
Throughout her lifetime Chef Leah Chase explored the culinary traditions of other cultures, insisting that in order to understand people, you had to get to know and eat their food. |
Sun, Oct 22 | 5:00 P.M. |
Restaurant Evolution
NH Create (11.4)
Reflecting its commitment to the Treme neighborhood in which it is located, this episode traces changes to the Dooky Chase Restaurant, including an expansion for the 1984 World's Fair in New Orleans and a challenging rebuild following Hurricane Katrina in 2005. |
Mon, Oct 23 | 6:30 P.M. |
Multicultural Spirit
NH Create (11.4)
Throughout her lifetime Chef Leah Chase explored the culinary traditions of other cultures, insisting that in order to understand people, you had to get to know and eat their food. |
Mon, Oct 23 | 8:30 P.M. |
Multicultural Spirit
NH Create (11.4)
Throughout her lifetime Chef Leah Chase explored the culinary traditions of other cultures, insisting that in order to understand people, you had to get to know and eat their food. |
Tue, Oct 24 | 12:00 A.M. |
Multicultural Spirit
NH Create (11.4)
Throughout her lifetime Chef Leah Chase explored the culinary traditions of other cultures, insisting that in order to understand people, you had to get to know and eat their food. |
Tue, Oct 24 | 6:30 P.M. |
Potluck
NH Create (11.4)
At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. |
Tue, Oct 24 | 8:30 P.M. |
Potluck
NH Create (11.4)
At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. |
Wed, Oct 25 | 12:00 A.M. |
Potluck
NH Create (11.4)
At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. |
Wed, Oct 25 | 6:30 P.M. |
Father's Day Breakfast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. |
Wed, Oct 25 | 8:30 P.M. |
Father's Day Breakfast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. |
Thu, Oct 26 | 12:00 A.M. |
Father's Day Breakfast
NH Create (11.4)
Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. |
Thu, Oct 26 | 6:30 P.M. |
Christmas Traditions
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family established Christmas traditions that evolved around the restaurant. |
Thu, Oct 26 | 8:30 P.M. |
Christmas Traditions
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family established Christmas traditions that evolved around the restaurant. |
Fri, Oct 27 | 12:00 A.M. |
Christmas Traditions
NH Create (11.4)
The Chase family established Christmas traditions that evolved around the restaurant. |
Fri, Oct 27 | 6:30 P.M. |
Culinary School
NH Create (11.4)
James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leah Chase reached the pinnacle of her profession through her natural talent and dedication to her craft. |
Fri, Oct 27 | 8:30 P.M. |
Culinary School
NH Create (11.4)
James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leah Chase reached the pinnacle of her profession through her natural talent and dedication to her craft. |
Sat, Oct 28 | 2:30 A.M. |
Culinary School
NH Create (11.4)
James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Leah Chase reached the pinnacle of her profession through her natural talent and dedication to her craft. |
Sat, Oct 28 | 3:30 P.M. |
Potluck
NHPBS (11.1)
At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. |
Sun, Oct 29 | 5:00 P.M. |
Multicultural Spirit
NH Create (11.4)
Throughout her lifetime Chef Leah Chase explored the culinary traditions of other cultures, insisting that in order to understand people, you had to get to know and eat their food. |
Mon, Oct 30 | 6:30 P.M. |
Dooky Chase's Second Act
NH Create (11.4)
The younger Chase generations have reintroduced Creole specialties and cocktails from an earlier day, while adding new menu items like vegan dishes. |
Mon, Oct 30 | 8:30 P.M. |
Dooky Chase's Second Act
NH Create (11.4)
The younger Chase generations have reintroduced Creole specialties and cocktails from an earlier day, while adding new menu items like vegan dishes. |
Tue, Oct 31 | 12:00 A.M. |
Dooky Chase's Second Act
NH Create (11.4)
The younger Chase generations have reintroduced Creole specialties and cocktails from an earlier day, while adding new menu items like vegan dishes. |
Tue, Oct 31 | 6:30 P.M. |
At Home with My Pots
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
Tue, Oct 31 | 8:30 P.M. |
At Home with My Pots
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
Wed, Nov 1 | 12:00 A.M. |
At Home with My Pots
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
Wed, Nov 1 | 6:30 P.M. |
Family Gathering
NH Create (11.4)
On this episode viewers visit the Chase Family Pavilion for a get-together in the country. |
Wed, Nov 1 | 8:30 P.M. |
Family Gathering
NH Create (11.4)
On this episode viewers visit the Chase Family Pavilion for a get-together in the country. |
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