I married into a Haitian culture so it’s only right I represent and continue the tradition of Soup Joumou every Haitian Independence Day! This is my simplified version of the recipe as I’m doing my best these days 😩 I used calabaza, kabocha, & butternut squash for a layered flavor, beef chuck, and of course veggies! Let’s just say I got two thumbs up from the hubby 😂 . . . . . 🎶Koul Non by King Posse…We don’t own copyright! 😬 . #ayiticheri #haitianfood #soupjoumou #joumou #haitianindependenc

Soup Joumou carries the history of Haitian freedom. During slavery in Haiti, this rich pumpkin soup was reserved for enslavers and forbidden to enslaved Africans. When Haiti won its independence on January 1, 1804, Haitians reclaimed the dish as a symbol of liberation and dignity. Since then, Soup Joumou has been prepared and shared every New Year’s Day to honor the ancestors who fought for freedom. Each bowl represents resistance, resilience, and the right to enjoy what was once denied. It is n