Rose Nicaud was an enslaved woman in 1800s New Orleans who opened up a pushcart selling coffee. At first glance this doesn’t sound like an inspiring story. But dig deeper and you will discover a woman who helped shape the New Orleans we know today. You will discover a woman who cultivated a community that welcomed all, despite the laws that existed to keep people separate. Rose Nicaud’s legacy is about more than just a cup of coffee.
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Sources used to write this episode:
Inspired by Kahawa 1893 Coffee
Royal Tours New Orleans
Historic New Orleans Collection
WGNO broadcast, January 27, 2025
My New Orleans
Speciality Coffee Association
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All episodes are written and produced by Abby Myette and are her original work.
Intro music We Just Have Fun by GoMordecai
