The beloved New Orleans chef dishes up the culinary history of his city with recipes that combine down-home comfort and the big flavors he’s famous for.

A true Creole New Orleanian, Chef Kevin Belton is dedicated to the culinary traditions of the Crescent City. In this comprehensive cookbook, he teaches home chefs the secrets to authentic Creole cuisine, from how to make a perfect roux to the importance of the “holy trinity”—celery, onion, and bell pepper. Belton also offers his original spin on Louisiana classics like gumbo, jambalaya, étouffée, po’boys, and grillades with grits.

Going beyond Creole fare, Kevin Belton’s Big Flavors of New Orleans celebrates the diverse cultures that haver added to the unique New Orleans palate. Here you’ll discover the Big Easy spin on Mexican, German, Italian and Irish dishes—plus traditional holiday dishes for New Year’s, Thanksgiving, and more.