Jan 31, 2023
Dontaye
Ball has brought gumbo to San Francisco. Now, he's
doing everything he can to make it this country's national
dish.
In this episode, we meet Dontaye. Born and raised in The City,
Dontaye has lived with gumbo just about his entire life. Often
served at big family meals, he remembers fondly that while gumbo
might've been the center of the culinary realm, it was always more
about being with family, friends, and those he loved.
Started as a pop-up a few years back, in late-2022, Dontaye was
able to secure a brick-and-mortar spot on Third Street near the
neighborhood where he grew up. Gumbo
Social is set to open this spring, and we can't
wait.
In Part 1, Dontaye talks about the importance of gumbo and what it
means to him. He tells us all about the crew he's assembled to
assist him on this mission, including his two sons.
Until the spot on Third opens its doors, find Gumbo Social at the
Sunset Mercantile market every Sunday. Tell 'em we sent ya!
Check back next week for Part 2 and more from Dontaye Ball. Special
thanks to Kayla Anchell, who did sound design for this episode.
We recorded this episode at the future Gumbo
Social on Third Street in the Bayview in December
2022.
Photography by Michelle Kilfeather