I’m Gabrielle, born and raised in Southern Louisiana and named the 2024–2025 Zydeco Ambassador by CREOLE Inc. I founded the New Orleans Zydeco Festival to celebrate Creole culture through food, music, and dance, inspired by legends like Beau Jocque and my ancestors Bois Sec and Amédé Ardoin. I can’t wait to pass on their spirit through every step and bite.