Faith and family were the core of Chef Leah Chase's life. Like her devoutly Catholic parents, she believed in the importance of good works, generously donating her services for many church fairs and fundraisers. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson recall her good deeds with significant dishes including Soft Shell Crab with Crawfish Sauce, Lima Beans with Shrimp, and Lemon Meringue Pie.

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. Themed dishes from Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson include Citrus Glazed Roast Duck Leg, Mixed Greens with Smoked Ham Hock, and Candied Sweet Potatoes. Eve Marie Haydel adds a New Orleans original to the menu, the Sazerac cocktail.

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. The events are recalled through preparation of Pompano with Crabmeat Imperial Sauce, Steak au Poivre, and Crawfish Etouffee by Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase.

Chef Leah Chase was a tireless ambassador for her community. Putting Creole food on the international map, she joined Julia Child on her TV series "In Julia's Kitchen with Master Chefs" and inspired a Disney princess. On this episode Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson prepare Shrimp Creole, Oyster Stuffed Chicken Breast and Sweet Potato Pie - dishes that continue the traditions of the Queen of Creole Cuisine.

The motto that Chef Leah Chase lived by was "Pray, Work and Do For others." That commitment to community service is shared by all the members of the Chase family who volunteer for many non-profit events, contributing dishes like Cornbread Dressing, Roasted Beet Salad with Candied Pecans, and Corn and Crab Bisque, prepared by Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase.

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. Friends and family gather to enjoy Carnival favorites like Red Beans and Rice, and Meatballs, prepared in this episode by Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase, with a special cocktail from Eve Marie Haydel, Leah's Creole Crown.

Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. The menu on this episode features special dishes for Father's Day including Breakfast Shrimp, Grillades, and Sugar Steak prepared by Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson.

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. Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase recreate some of the items from the feast, including Creole Jambalaya, Redfish Court Bouillon, Veal Pane, plus Crawfish and Andouille Maque Choux.

Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. The menu on this episode features special dishes for Father's Day including Breakfast Shrimp, Grillades, and Sugar Steak prepared by Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson.

Chef Leah Chase prepared a Father's Day feast each year for her large extended family. The menu on this episode features special dishes for Father's Day including Breakfast Shrimp, Grillades, and Sugar Steak prepared by Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson.

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. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson prepare Corned Beef and Cabbage and Veal with Tomatoes and Basil followed by Calas, three dishes representing the multicultural "gumbo" of New Orleans.

At Chase family celebrations in New Orleans and Madisonville, an abundance of pots and dishes line tables and everyone brings a favorite dish. Chefs Dook Chase and Cleo Robinson share three potluck favorites - Stuffed Bell Peppers, Baked Macaroni and Tutti Frutti Pork.