The Best Gumbo in New Orleans | Bon Appétit

"A cafeteria-style neighborhood favorite where the classic pairing of gumbo and grilled cheese evokes school-lunch nostalgia; the gumbo is meat- and seafood-forward, packed with smoked sausage, hot sausage, shrimp and chicken. Rather than a traditional roux, the recipe relies on a large, richly reduced stock—an influence from Vietnamese soup techniques—creating a layered, stock-based gumbo that the owner says reflects his background and abundance of ingredients. High-volume service and other staples like red beans and lima beans with pickled pork are also highlights." - ByMegan Braden-Perry