How To Make Gumbo, Jimmy Buffett & New Orleans | Plays Well With Food Volume 1

Plays Well With Food – Volume 1: “I Will Play for Gumbo” (Jimmy Buffett Inspired) Welcome to the very first episode of Plays Well With Food, a new series where music inspires the meal. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Jimmy Buffett’s “I Will Play for Gumbo” — a song that celebrates food, culture, and the rhythms of the New Orleans. Inspired by Buffett’s love of Creole flavors, I’m cooking a rich, soulful gumbo using Chef Eric Cook’s recipe from Modern Creole. Along the way, we explore: How food and music intersect in New Orleans and the Gulf South Why this song perfectly captures the spirit of the dish And how Chef Eric Cook brings tradition and technique together in modern Creole cooking This series isn’t just about recipes — it’s about stories, songs, and the culture that connects them. If you love food, music, and the history behind what we eat, you’re in the right place. Jimmy Buffett - I Will Play For Gumbo https://youtu.be/VaGmhVQnrIs?si=RIUTgTWrZVVg3IkS 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it 🔔 Subscribe for future episodes of Plays Well With Food 💬 Comment below: What song should inspire the next dish?