A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Co.

Food Series / 12 Seasons

The 13 Seasons of A Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Company began in 1990 and cover the range of Louisiana cuisine from wild game to seafood, from creole to cajun, and from healthy to classic recipes. Featured episodes include Thanksgiving and Christmas specials, famous chefs including Leah Chase and Paul Prudhomme, and a healthy dose of Louisiana history and culture.

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Shadows-on-the-Teche Plantation

S5 E13 / 26m 35s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from April 9, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Shadows-on-the-Teche Plantation in New Iberia. In the kitchen, he cooks Chicken, Crab & Artichoke Casserole and Orange Cane Syrup Pecan Pie. He also prepares Tomato & White Bean Salad and discusses traditional medicine with Rebecca Henry, an expert on folk medicine.

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Poplar Grove Plantation

S5 E12 / 26m 36s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from April 2, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Poplar Grove Plantation in Port Allen, where he talks with the owner, Ann Wilkinson. In the kitchen, he cooks Chicken & Oyster Fricassee and Italian Stuffed Artichokes. He also prepares Fig Ice Cream and discusses the history of Poplar Grove Plantation with Anne Timmons

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The Myrtles Plantation

S5 E11 / 26m 35s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from March 26, 1994, Chef John Folse visits the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, where he talks with the owner, Teeta Moss. In the kitchen, he cooks Oven Roasted Guinea Hen and Dirty Rice. He also prepares Sweet Potato Pie and discusses the sweet potato business and the ghost stories.

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Rene Beauregard House

S5 E10 / 26m 27s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from March 12, 1994, Chef John Folse visits the Rene Beauregard House in Chalmette. In the kitchen, he cooks Poor Man’s Stew and Shrimp & Catfish Fricassee. He also discusses the Battle of New Orleans from the War of 1812 with Gary Hume, the director of Jean Lafitte Park.

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Caspiana Plantation

S5 E9 / 26m 33s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from March 7, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Caspiana Plantation in Shreveport. In the kitchen, he cooks Vegetable Chili and Caspiana Fried Catfish. He also prepares Oven Fried Squash and discusses plantation textile production with Katherin Aulds, a docent with Caspiana Plantation.

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San Francisco Plantation

S5 E8 / 26m 38s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from February 19, 1994, Chef John Folse visits San Francisco Plantation in Garyville, where he meets with tour guide Patsy Torres. In the kitchen, he cooks Poached Seafood in Tomato Essence and Fried Quail on Toast. He also prepares Carrot Spice Cake and discusses the history of the plantation

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Blythewood Plantation

S5 E7 / 26m 42s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from February 12, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Blythewood Plantation in Amite. In the kitchen, he cooks Rosemary Stuffed Pork Roast and Okra & Black-eyed Pea Casserole. He also prepares Strawberry Shortcake and discusses the history of Blythewood Plantation with Allie Hyde, a long-time neighbor of the property.

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Loyd Hall Plantation

S5 E6 / 26m 29s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from February 5, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Loyd Hall Plantation in Cheneyville. In the kitchen, he cooks Sweet Corn & Shrimp Soup, Breakfast Egg & Sausage Soufflé, and Plantation Candy. He also prepares No-Bake Praline Cheesecake and discusses the history of the plantation with its owner, Ann Fitzgerald.

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Boscobel Cottage

S5 E5 / 26m 38s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from January 29, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Boscobel Cottage in Bosco. In the kitchen, he cooks Turnip, Potato & Andouille Soup, Sweet Potato Pecan Balls, and Shoepeg Corn Salad. He also prepares Peach Soup with Kay LaFrance, the owner of Boscobel Cottage.

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Madewood Plantation

S5 E4 / 26m 48s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from January 22, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Madewood Plantation in Napoleonville, where he talks about the history of the plantation with its current owner, Mrs. Naomi Marshall. In the kitchen, he cooks Shrimp Etouffee Pie and Pumpkin LaFourche. He also prepares Millie’s Famous Salad Dressing with Thelma Parker,

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Magnolia Plantation

S5 E3 / 26m 18s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from January 15, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Magnolia Plantation in Natchitoches Parish. In the kitchen, he cooks Rolled Meat Loaf and Tomato Basil Seafood Pie. He also prepares Crawfish Cucumber Dip and discusses the impact of slavery with Dr. Huel Perkins, a history professor at LSU and Southern University.

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Chretien Point Plantation

S5 E2 / 26m 45s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from January 8, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Chretien Point Plantation in St. Landry Parish, where he talks to plantation guide Shirley Frey. In the kitchen, he cooks Daube Glace and Strawberry Muffins. He also prepares Planter’s Punch and discusses the history of Chretien Point with Jeanne Cornay.

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Oak Alley Plantation

S5 E1 / 26m 21s

In this episode from the “Plantation Celebrations” series of “A Taste of Louisiana” from January 1, 1994, Chef John Folse visits Oak Alley Plantation in Vacherie. In the kitchen, he cooks Skillet Fried Chicken and Carrot Salad Bon Sejourn. He also prepares Orange Flavored Iced Tea and discusses the history of Oak Alley with Sandra Schexnayder, the plantation director.

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