jomoudinner-9653.jpg Soup Joumou
Soup joumou, pumpkin soup, is the traditional soup served on January 1, New Years Day, in Haitian homes. January 1 is Haitian Independence Day and eating soup joumou together with friends is how the day is celebrated.
Kaboucha squash (or butternut substitute) is the base with a myriad of vegetables added. Some traditions add pastas, others do not.
Soup joumou is also eaten on Sundays.
tminsky@ix.netcom.com contact photographer for photo useage
jomoudinner-9653.jpg Soup Joumou
Soup joumou, pumpkin soup, is the traditional soup served on January 1, New Years Day, in Haitian homes. January 1 is Haitian Independence Day and eating soup joumou together with friends is how the day is celebrated.
Kaboucha squash (or butternut substitute) is the base with a myriad of vegetables added. Some traditions add pastas, others do not.
Soup joumou is also eaten on Sundays.
tminsky@ix.netcom.com contact photographer for photo useage