Dec 27, 2021 · Soup Joumou, the traditional Soup in Haitian Cuisine, is a one-pot meal full of vegetables, meat, and an incredible squash base broth. It is the perfect hearty dish for breakfast, …

Dec 24, 2020 · Soup Joumou isn’t just soup—it’s history in a bowl. This beloved Haitian squash soup represents freedom, resilience, and celebration. Traditionally enjoyed every New Year’s Day, it’s a …

Soup Joumou (/ dʒuːmuː /; French: soupe au giraumon, lit. ‘pumpkin soup’) is a soup native to Haitian cuisine made from squash, beef, and a mix of vegetables and spices.

Dec 26, 2025 · Every January 1st, my family makes soup joumou, an iconic Haitian dish that honors our ancestors’ resilience and the country’s hard-won freedom. Here’s why this 221-year-old tradition still …

Dec 20, 2025 · Soup joumou, Haiti’s beloved squash soup that’s traditionally prepared for the island nation’s January 1st independence day celebration, features a smooth, earthy-sweet calabaza broth …

Feb 20, 2024 · Haitians make this hearty, flavorful squash and oxtail soup each New Year to celebrate emancipation from France. It's a soup to make and eat in community and a testament to Haitian …

Dec 29, 2019 · Celebrate freedom with rich, velvety Haitian Soup Joumou (Pumpkin Soup) made with tender beef, pumpkin squash, and seasonings in every flavorful spoonful.

Apr 9, 2025 · Celebrate Haitian Independence Day with this soup joumou recipe from chef and author Nadege Fleurimond, who starts the soup by marinating beef in a fresh epis, then adds joumou …

Apr 26, 2025 · Haitian Soup Joumou, also known as "Freedom Soup", is a vibrant pumpkin-based soup that symbolizes Haiti's independence. Traditionally served on January 1st, it commemorates the …

Jul 12, 2025 · Discover Soup Joumou, the Haitian squash and beef tradition filled with warm spices and history, learn how to make this iconic soup at home.