Cynthia's Gumbo Express Inc. was established in September 2013 by Cynthia Boyd-Yette and Terry Yette. They retired with 66 years of combined Postal Service. Drawing on Cynthia's fascination with the food and culture of Louisiana, she has updated a gumbo recipe that she has worked on for over 30 years. A recipe that is now a part of their family history.
The business began with the Yettes testing their gumbo on co-workers and selling it at Homewood, Evergreen Park, and Park Forest Farmers Markets, as well as various events around Chicago, southern and western suburbs. To meet the demands of their growing business, the Yettes purchased a step van and had it converted into a mobile food truck, allowing them to become licensed in the City of Chicago and commit to the businesCynthia's Gumbo Express Inc. offers five different gumbos to cater to the changing palates of their customers, including Loaded Seafood, Pescatarian, Chicken, Turkey, and Vegan. Rice is served on the side, and cornbread is served with every order, offering customers the true gumbo experience.
The Yettes also created Cynthia's Dry Roux, Flour Browned to Perfection, a packaged goods product that is sold on their website, Shopify, Facebook, Instagram, and on the truck. Customers can follow Cynthia's Gumbo Express Inc. on social media to stay updated on where the truck is popping up and to take advantage of their catering services that offer "Gumbo by the Gallon!"
Thanks to a grant from the Chicago Recovery Plan, the Yettes are now opening their first brick-and-mortar location on the South Side of Chicago in Roseland. With the help of the grant, they plan to expand the menu with Beignets, grilled shrimp Po' Boy sandwiches, and Peach Cobbler Coffee Cake, while also hiring employees.
The Yettes have been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, WVON Radio, and the Chicago Gourmet. Their mobile food truck has also been featured at The Taste of Chicago. Over the years, Cynthia's Gumbo Express Inc. has become a beloved Chicago staple, offering a healthier fast food option that is served fast, fresh, and full of flavor.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out where we'll be popping up next and to join us in our journey. With Cynthia's Gumbo Express, you can now "Eat Gumbo Everyday!"s full-time.

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E-mail: cynthias@cynthiasgumboexpress.com

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