A Recipe for Resilience

For me, learning about soup joumou and the celebrations of New Year’s Day in Haiti has been a powerful reminder of how food and culture can carry profound meaning. The soup isn’t just a meal—it’s a story, a symbol, and a celebration. It speaks to Haiti’s ability to endure and thrive, even in the face of hardship, and to honor its history while looking forward with hope.

This New Year’s Day, as Haitian families around the globe lift bowls of soup joumou in celebration, they’re lifting more than a meal—they’re lifting a legacy. They’re celebrating freedom, unity, and the unbreakable spirit of a nation. And for anyone lucky enough to share in this tradition, it’s an opportunity to taste not just the flavors of Haiti but the hearts of its people.

So, here’s to Haiti, to soup joumou, and to the hope and resilience that every new year brings. May we all find inspiration in their story and a reminder of the power of unity and pride in one’s heritage.