A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Co.

Italy 1: Italian Immigration to America

Joe Maselli enlightens audiences with the story of Louisiana's Italian immigrants and their culinary contributions. One of the great food contributions of the Italians was the muffaletto. Chef Folse visits with Norma Jean Webb, of Nor-Joe Import Co. in New Orleans, as they prepare this world-famous sandwich. Bobby Lonero and the New Orleans Express entertain the audience.

Italy 1: Italian Immigration to America

26m 42s

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    Christmas Show

    S10 E27 - 25m 4s

    Chef John Folse returns to his home parish of St. James, where he visits the St. James Catholic Church and the home of his sister, Ruth Folse Hirsh. He also reminisces about past Christmas celebrations with his father, Roy Folse. In the kitchen, Chef Folse prepares: a Game Pie with duck, rabbit, and venison; Chicken, Oyster, and Andouille Gumbo; Sweet Farre Dressing; and Greens. He also enjoys a p

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    Doug Guerin

    S10 E26 - 26m 45s

    Chef John Folse visits Doug Guerin at his home in Morgan City, Louisiana. He shares his recipe for Seafood Stuffed Mirliton. In his kitchen, Chef Folse prepares a healthier version of the Seafood Stuffed Mirliton and Oyster Pies.

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    Sharon Jesowshek

    S10 E25 - 26m 44s

    Chef John Folse and his friend Sharon Jesowshek visit Porche’s Sausage in French Settlement, Louisiana, where butcher Donald Porche shows them the proper way to butcher a pig. At Sharon’s home in French Settlement, she shares her recipe for Hog’s Head Cheese. In his kitchen, Chef Folse prepares a healthier version of the Hog’s Head Cheese, as well as a Bread Pudding Cake.

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