The First Jambalaya


Richeleaux, the raccoon, wants nothing more than to play his fiddle for a real audience, so he decides to have a jamboree. And what’s a party without food? While he busily prepares a delicious meal, Antoine, the alligator, hurries off to invite their friends. Soon, everyone in the Atchafalaya Swamp is excited for a fun-filled fais-do-do. When an unexpected rainstorm threatens to ruin the party before it even starts, Richelieu’s friends step in and save the day.

Set in the steamy bayous of the deep American south, this charming fairy tale full of friendship and hospitality will warm your heart and get your taste buds dancing. It includes recipes for Lip Smackin’ Jambalaya, Red Beans & Rice, and Sweet Praline

Candy so you can plan a fais-do-do of your very own!

Patricia and Robin Dewitt

Patricia and Robin are identical twin artists and art teachers specializing in Fine Art, Illustration, and Graphic Design. They both graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art with degrees in Illustration, Robin graduating with a master’s in Digital Design. Both artists have an extensive array of work experience, illustrating for publishers such as Stemmer House, Charles Bridge, Scholastic, Time Life, and many more. www.DewittStudios.org

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