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Rooted in culinary traditions that date back centuries, the food of New Orleans is a celebration of the city's rich and storied history. It is a melting pot influenced by generations of settlers-French, Spanish, West African, and Native American -and modern-day shrimpers and sportsmen. Then and now, it reflects a common interest in food as a joyful expression of culture and community.Rooted in culinary traditions that date back centuries, the food of New Orleans is a celebration of the city's rich and storied history. It is a melting pot influenced by generations of settlers-French, Spanish, West African, and Native American -and modern-day shrimpers and sportsmen. Then and now, it reflects a common interest in food as a joyful expression of culture and community.