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Bananas Foster: The Flaming Dessert

Season 1 Episode 5 | 4m 34s

Bananas Foster is arguably New Orleans’ most iconic dessert. So what does this famous, flaming, sweet treat​ have to do with an overabundance of the Central American, imported fruit? Join Chef Phillip Lopez and Restauranteur Ti Martin of Commander's Palace, as they dish up the story of Bananas Foster.

Aired: 02/12/20
Extras
Oysters are one of the most famous ingredients in Louisiana cuisine.
Braised duck is a staple of Louisiana’s Cajun cuisine.
Chef Phillip Lopez and Frank Tusa learn why the muffuletta is such a local favorite.
The beignet has a lesser-known cousin, the cala, with a fascinating and unique history.
When you think of Louisiana, odds are, you think of gumbo.
In New Orleans, the po' boy is a world-famous staple—but what about the bánh mì?
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Oysters are one of the most famous ingredients in Louisiana cuisine.
Braised duck is a staple of Louisiana’s Cajun cuisine.
Chef Phillip Lopez and Frank Tusa learn why the muffuletta is such a local favorite.
The beignet has a lesser-known cousin, the cala, with a fascinating and unique history.
When you think of Louisiana, odds are, you think of gumbo.
In New Orleans, the po' boy is a world-famous staple—but what about the bánh mì?