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Bienvenu to the new quintessential Cajun country cookbook that has been a favorite in the public consciousness for decades. Dubbed the "Queen of Cajun Cooking," renowned Chef Marcelle Bienvenu provides recipes for every season in this well-deserved reimagining of the classic Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux?: Foreword by Emeril Lagasse.

Praised by The New York Times in 2009 as "...having what might be the best-named cookbook in America..."

The highly anticipated release of the new version promises to be a treasured addition, offering a tantalizing glimpse into South Louisiana's rich culinary heritage as Marcelle Bienvenu's savory legacy honors the authentic cuisine with lovingly curated family recipes accumulated over generations that appear alongside captivating stories of life on the bayou. Her home was "...a mecca for much cooking and eating. The old stove never got cold. We were not aware that we were assimilating any special kind of cuisine. We only knew that our food was good. Food and its preparation were at the center of our lives."

A celebration of tradition and flavor, Bienvenu's latest release showcases sumptuous color photography, including recipe photographs that bring her 200+ cherished recipes to life, archival family photographs, tablescapes, and more set in the Spanish moss-laden Bayou T che.

With clear, easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips from Bienvenu's Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux? Bienvenu invites readers to savor the flavors of the bayou and experience the warmth of Southern hospitality from their kitchens, the perfect companion for seasoned chefs, aspiring home cooks, and those interested in the folkways of South Louisiana.