OU students involved in the Peruvian Student Association gathered today at one member's house in Moore to celebrate Peruvian food and culture before many students leave for Thanksgiving break.
A mix of American, Mexican, Peruvian and Portuguese OU students brought traditional dishes of their native countries for all attendees to experiment and sample.
"We like to get people together who attend PSA(Peruvian Student Association) events every once in awhile to try new food and get to know each other," said Fabiola Marchand, PSA president.
The organization held an event in Norman on Nov. 6th serving Peruvian food and is planning an even larger event for next semester, said Marchand.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Local Peruvian restaurant provides unique dining alternative for OU students
Although an unlikely place in the world to find authentic Latin American cuisine, one restaurant in Norman offers an opportunity for OU students and others alike to sample some of Peru's most famous dishes.
Opened in December of 2007 serving Mexican food only, Mamaveca now uses ingredients and recipes from popular restaurants in Peru, said William Chunga, owner and native of Lima, Peru.
Chunga, a hard-working member of the Oklahoma City restaurant business for over 20 years, began serving a separate Peruvian menu at Mamaveca 6 months after the opening.This was so Chunga could get his feet on the ground and allow long-time associate Renato Victorio, from Lima, to become the head chef. The plan was for Victorio to use his unique kitchen skills to create an authentic Peruvian menu people in Oklahoma could enjoy, Chunga said.
"He[Victorio] specializes in seafood dishes, and it is just amazing the way he prepares them," said Chunga. "You will not find any other ceviche in Oklahoma like this".
Ceviche is a traditional Peruvian dish consisting mainly of raw fish marinated in lime juice with onions, peppers, and seasonings, Chunga said.
"In the very beginning we had some trouble with the ceviche. We didn't train the waiters the right way. A lot of people who ordered the ceviche didn't know what ceviche was and they were disappointed to find out," Chunga said. "But most people, once they try it, they like it".
If you aren't brave enough to try out the ceviche, there are plenty of dishes for everybody to enjoy, Chunga said.
"Alot of the students who have come so far have enjoyed it and have come back," Chunga said. "We are glad our culture can be spread through our food".
Here is a link to some reviews on Mamaveca and a copy of the menu.
Here is a map of the location:
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Opened in December of 2007 serving Mexican food only, Mamaveca now uses ingredients and recipes from popular restaurants in Peru, said William Chunga, owner and native of Lima, Peru.
Chunga, a hard-working member of the Oklahoma City restaurant business for over 20 years, began serving a separate Peruvian menu at Mamaveca 6 months after the opening.This was so Chunga could get his feet on the ground and allow long-time associate Renato Victorio, from Lima, to become the head chef. The plan was for Victorio to use his unique kitchen skills to create an authentic Peruvian menu people in Oklahoma could enjoy, Chunga said.
"He[Victorio] specializes in seafood dishes, and it is just amazing the way he prepares them," said Chunga. "You will not find any other ceviche in Oklahoma like this".
Ceviche is a traditional Peruvian dish consisting mainly of raw fish marinated in lime juice with onions, peppers, and seasonings, Chunga said.
"In the very beginning we had some trouble with the ceviche. We didn't train the waiters the right way. A lot of people who ordered the ceviche didn't know what ceviche was and they were disappointed to find out," Chunga said. "But most people, once they try it, they like it".
If you aren't brave enough to try out the ceviche, there are plenty of dishes for everybody to enjoy, Chunga said.
"Alot of the students who have come so far have enjoyed it and have come back," Chunga said. "We are glad our culture can be spread through our food".
Here is a link to some reviews on Mamaveca and a copy of the menu.
Here is a map of the location:
View Larger Map
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Foundation of former OU quarterback Josh Heupel hosts fundraiser at OU-Texas A&M game Saturday
Volunteers from Josh Heupel’s 14 Foundation, a non-profit organization aimed at helping Oklahoma youth, were located outside of the OU-Texas A&M football game Saturday collecting donations for their annual effort to provide local families with Thanksgiving dinners this holiday season.
The organization has grown each year since its creation in 2001 and hopes to build on last year’s total of $27,000 raised, said Dawn Heupel, 14 Foundation coordinator.
As part of the program, OU football players will be personally delivering the food to needy families, said Heupel.
OU students interested in getting involved in the program can fill out a volunteer form here.
"We are trying to help as many families as we can this year and rely heavily on community support," said Heupel.
Donations can be made out to:
Here is my interview with 14 Foundation coordinator Dawn Heupel:
The organization has grown each year since its creation in 2001 and hopes to build on last year’s total of $27,000 raised, said Dawn Heupel, 14 Foundation coordinator.
As part of the program, OU football players will be personally delivering the food to needy families, said Heupel.
OU students interested in getting involved in the program can fill out a volunteer form here.
"We are trying to help as many families as we can this year and rely heavily on community support," said Heupel.
Donations can be made out to:
THE #14 FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 1613
Norman, OK 73070
P.O. Box 1613
Norman, OK 73070
Here is my interview with 14 Foundation coordinator Dawn Heupel:
Sunday, November 8, 2009
OU fans enjoy Lincoln despite loss
OU fans look on to the "Sea of Red" in Lincoln Saturday during halftime as the University of Nebraska marching band performs. The OU fan section was located at the top of the southwest corner of the stadium.OU fans who made the trip to the OU-Nebraska football game found some enjoyment in the trip despite the loss.
Lincoln, located deep in the heartland of America, provided a surprisingly unique experience with all the amenities of a wonderful college football town, said Sean Kramer, OU junior.
"I'd never been to Nebraska. I expected it to be somewhat of a simple town, but there was a lot to do and the people were really friendly," said Kramer.
Although the schedule doesn't allow for the 2 traditional rivals of the Big 12 to play every year, Kramer recommends all OU fans to experience Lincoln and Memorial Stadium at least once in their life.
Lincoln, located deep in the heartland of America, provided a surprisingly unique experience with all the amenities of a wonderful college football town, said Sean Kramer, OU junior.
"I'd never been to Nebraska. I expected it to be somewhat of a simple town, but there was a lot to do and the people were really friendly," said Kramer.
Although the schedule doesn't allow for the 2 traditional rivals of the Big 12 to play every year, Kramer recommends all OU fans to experience Lincoln and Memorial Stadium at least once in their life.
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