About Us
Our Founder
Cindy Hebert: The Queen of Gumbo
Affectionately known as “The Queen of Gumbo,” Cindy Hebert is making her mark in the culinary world with her delicious, creative take on traditional Louisiana Cajun and Creole cuisine. A proud Gulf War veteran and native of Louisiana, Cindy brings heart, heritage, and purpose to every dish she creates.
During her military service, she oversaw dining operations for over 3,000 U.S. Army soldiers daily, mastering the art of feeding both stomachs and spirits. After relocating to Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Cindy turned her culinary passion into a mission to serve others—especially elderly, homebound, and homeless veterans and their families.
In 1992, Cindy founded Cindy’s Creole Kitchen, fusing cherished family recipes with professional expertise. What began as soulful home cooking has evolved into a powerful movement. In 2025, her mission was formally recognized as a nonprofit—CCK Inc.—dedicated to feeding underserved communities and giving back through the healing power of food.
Cindy's flavorful legacy lives on through her cookbooks:
- Cindy's Louisiana Home Cooking Vol. 2
- Eating Healthy, Living Longer with Healthy Choices: The Healthy Recipe Book
Both are available now in Cindy’s Gift Store, where every purchase supports a greater cause—Helping Veterans One Meal at a Time.
Why Shop with Us?
- Support a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Your purchase helps us feed and serve real people in need.
- Rooted in Culture — Our recipes and products honor Louisiana’s deep culinary history.
- Health-Forward & Heartfelt — We combine tradition with wellness to meet every table where it is.
- Veteran-Led Mission — Founded by a Gulf War veteran with a lifelong passion for service and food.
Our Mission
To serve and support elderly, homebound, and homeless veterans and their families through nutritious, Creole-inspired meals and compassionate community services—honoring their sacrifices with dignity, nourishment, and care.
Our Specialties
At Cindy’s Creole Kitchen, we proudly serve authentic Creole dishes that bring the rich flavors of Louisiana to Texas. Our most popular meals include:
- Classic Creole Gumbo: A hearty, flavorful stew with a savory roux, fresh vegetables, and your choice of chicken, sausage, or seafood.
- Red Beans & Rice: Slow-cooked red beans simmered with spices and smoked sausage, served over fluffy white rice—a comforting Southern staple.
- Yaka Mein: A spicy, savory noodle soup rich with Creole seasonings and tender beef or chicken.
- Vegetarian Creole Gumbo: A delicious meat-free option packed with seasonal vegetables and Creole spices, perfect for all diets.
Each dish is made with care, using fresh, local ingredients to honor tradition and nourish our veterans and community.
DONATE
Your donations make it possible for us to serve hot, nutritious meals and support services to over 500 seniors and veterans every day across the Houston and Katy areas. Every dollar brings nourishment, dignity, and hope to those who’ve served us.