Hot Take? Erica Banks Keeps It Real About Tina Knowles’ Cooking Skills After Trying Her Viral Gumbo (VIDEO)
Written by 96motero on March 21, 2026
Roommates, y’all know the timeline stays ready when somebody shares their opinion on food. And this time, Erica Banks had plenty to say after tasting Tina Knowles’ cooking—sparking a whole debate online.
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Erica Banks Keeps It Real About Tina Knowles’ Cooking
On Friday, Erica took to Instagram after pulling up to Tina Knowles’ gumbo booth at the Houston Rodeo and gave her official review. Sharing a clip labeled “Ms. Tina’s Gumbo Review,” she wrote, “Now I did feel like I took 3 Don Julio shots after about 20mins BUT — I give the gumbo a 9/10!”
Rocking a sleek side-part ponytail, layered jewelry, and a brown tie-up corset top, Erica made it clear the gumbo was “good as f*ck,” adding that while she’s not from Louisiana, it doesn’t take that to recognize good food. And whew, when folks started coming for her in the comments, Erica didn’t hold back, hopping in to say, “Omg yall get mad at everything,” letting it be known she said what she said.
Fans Clash Over A Gumbo Review
Folks wasted no time flooding The Shade Room’s Instagram comment section, and you already know they had thoughts. Some questioned why people were so quick to doubt that Tina Knowles could actually throw down in the kitchen, while others said they’ve tried the gumbo themselves and she’s telling the truth. Meanwhile, a whole group chimed in saying if you’re not from Louisiana, you shouldn’t be judging gumbo at all.
One Instagram user @lexijanay added, “Damnnnn why yall can’t believe that lady Gumbo is actually GOOD????😭😭😭 Wtf“
This Instagram user @whoo.tee said, “I hope yall not saying her gumbo good cause of who her daughter is…“
And, Instagram user @chanel_dl0r commented, “it really is good i had two bowls . I give it a 8.5“
Meanwhile, Instagram user @f_sharp__major wrote, “Somebody NOT from New Orleans can NOT judge gumbo!!“
While Instagram user @liberated.empress shared, “YOU DONT EAT GUMBO WHEN ITS HOT OUTSIDE😂”
Finally, Instagram user @tripple_d_texas joked, “When people say something good off ONE BITE I know they be lying 🤣🤣🤣”
Mama Tina Serves Up Gumbo Amid Houston Rodeo Hiccup
Roommates, everyone’s talking—why does Tina Knowles’ gumbo keep making waves? Despite a brief hiccup at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Mama Tina is still outside serving up bowls through March 22. Officials temporarily shut down her booth following a complaint investigation, but according to reports, she quickly got things back on track and passed inspection, allowing her to reopen shortly after.
And clearly, the moment didn’t slow her down one bit. Lines have stayed full with fans—and even familiar faces like LeToya Luckett and Bun B—pulling up to show love and co-sign the flavor. Tina even hit Instagram to share clips of folks enjoying her gumbo, proving that despite the chatter, customers are still tapping in heavy for a taste.
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