Tina Knowles, the legendary mother of Beyoncé, kicked off the week with a little Southern “dis-comfort” when her Texas eatery, Mama Tina’s Gumbo, was temporarily shut down at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Monday. But fans of her famous family recipe can breathe easy — the booth is now back in business!
Health Department Issues Temporary Closure
According to the Houston Health Department, the closure came after a complaint investigation, though specifics weren’t disclosed.
“On Monday, March 16, 2026, the Houston Health Department issued a temporary closure of Mama Tina’s Gumbo booth at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo as a result of a complaint investigation. The vendor was cooperative with the department’s recommendations and passed a subsequent inspection. It was authorized to reopen on Tuesday, March 17, 2026,” officials told TMZ.
Clearly, this isn’t Tina’s first rodeo — she quickly complied with the department’s recommendations and reopened the next day.
A Beloved Family Recipe
Fans at the rodeo are especially lucky because Mama Tina’s Gumbo isn’t just any gumbo — it’s a decades-old family recipe perfected by Tina herself. Of course, it comes with Beyoncé-level approval: the superstar has long praised her mother’s gumbo as a personal favorite.
Tina’s Rodeo Resilience
Despite the brief hiccup, Tina Knowles proved once again that she’s as resilient in the kitchen as she is in business. The reopening has been met with excitement from hungry fans eager to taste the iconic gumbo at the Houston Rodeo.
“This is a testament to her dedication and the love she puts into her food,” a source said.
With her booth back open, Rodeo-goers can now enjoy Tina’s signature gumbo without missing a beat — and the family recipe continues to delight Texans and Beyoncé fans alike.
Stay Tuned
Whether you’re in Houston or following along from afar, Mama Tina’s Gumbo is officially back in action. Fans are encouraged to stop by the booth, snap some pics, and taste the gumbo that’s captured the hearts (and stomachs) of so many.
Keep watching The Pop Radar for more updates on Tina Knowles, Beyoncé, and her famous Texas eats!
