Kwéyòl / Creole: Recipes, Stories, and Tings from a St. Lucian Chef's Journey

Kwéyòl / Creole: Recipes, Stories, and Tings from a St. Lucian Chef's Journey by James Beard Award–winning chef Nina Compton, co-written with James Beard Award–winning food writer Osayi Endolyn, is a vibrant cookbook and culinary memoir that traces Compton’s remarkable journey from her native St. Lucia through Jamaica, Miami, and ultimately New Orleans. Through 100 deeply personal recipes, the book celebrates the interconnected food traditions of the Caribbean and the American South, highlighting the African, French, Indian, and Indigenous influences that shape Creole and Kwéyòl cuisine. Blending rich storytelling with bold, soulful dishes, Kwéyòl / Creole is both a tribute to Compton’s heritage and a celebration of the resilience, migration, and cultural exchange that continue to define Caribbean and Creole cooking.