Gumbo

 

If you had to choose one of the foods that most represent New Orleans, Gumbo would definitely be one of the first that comes to mind. 

Gumbo is the official state cuisine of Louisiana. It is a stew that consists of strongly flavoured stock from seafood (in New Orleans, meat or shellfish in other parts of Lousiana) and the Creole "trinity": celery, onions and bell peppers. 

If you are into thick soupy stewy types of dishes, I would highly recommend this dish.