Every January 1st, Haitians around the world celebrate their independence with a steaming bowl of velvety pumpkin soup. Once forbidden to enslaved Africans under French rule, it became the symbol of freedom when Haiti gained independence in 1804—the first black republic in the world. Joumou combines pureed pumpkin or squash with beef or chicken, noodles, vegetables, and epis, creating a hearty, subtly spiced soup. Both rich and uplifting, its flavor layered with history and emotion.
Read more in my post Discovering Haitian Cuisine and Restaurants.
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