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Behind the Scenes with Women's Soccer
April 20, 2013 | Women's Soccer
April 19, 2013
Throughout the spring semester, GoCards.com will provide weekly updates on the Louisville women's soccer program in the "Behind the Scenes" blog. For the month of April, Angelika Uremovich gives a glimpse into the world of the Cardinals.
A taste of the town tour...by Angelika Uremovich
Happy Friday Cardinal Fans!
Last weekend was a successful mark in our spring season as we defeated both Indiana (3-1) and Cincinnati (2-0). There were several great performances on Friday night, but Nicole Gerber stood out with her assist and goal. It can sometimes be challenging to make an impact as a younger player, but our underclassmen have been playing confidently and look great on the pitch. We end our spring season tonight at Cardinal Park at 6 pm against Bellarmine. It will be a great way to bring together everything we have been working towards and allow players to set their individual and team goals for this summer. Come out tonight and support your Cardinals!
I'm positive that I will not be surprising many people with the topic of this post as I am a little bit of a food fairy. I guess you could say food is a passion, which has led me to explore the "culinary art" of Louisville. Louisville is one of the most randomly eclectic cities and I love it. There are hidden treasures to discover every week, and though some may be found through rusty doors or in buildings in desperate need of renovation, they are worth the experience. Besides the more well-known restaurants in Louisville, like Sapporo, Simply Thai, Jeff Ruby's or Bluegrass Burgers, here are a few of my favorite finds to date.
Funmi's: I came across this little Nigerian café with a few friends using Groupon, like I do with so many endeavors. The workers were very accommodating and helpful to us, explaining the menu and making recommendations, as it was our first time trying Nigerian food. The food is not prepared beforehand, so you may have to wait 20 minutes for the chef to chop and cook your meal, but it is worth the wait. I tried the Eja ati Dodo, a popular West and East African dish of tilapia filet sautéed with onions and tomatoes and served with fried plantains. I was impressed with the flavors and delighted at the plantains. A plantain is similar in appearance to a banana and used differently in a few different cultures: it can be fried with a meal or caramelized with dessert. If you happen to be intimidated by the menu, don't be shy to ask a waiter for a suggestion!
El Molcajete: I found this little gem on a weekday Black Loop bus trip between training and class. It is located on Third Street, right across from our baseball facility, Jim Patterson Stadium. Despite its "shady" appearance, walking through the doors is like walking into Paradise. You are welcomed with complimentary chips and salsa then can choose from a broad menu of authentic Mexican foods. I have been stuck on the Pastor (pork marinated in chili sauce) and Carnitas (slow roasted pork) tacos, and the fish tacos are delicious too. As for beverages, I recommend trying the Horchata, a sweet and refreshing drink made with rice, milk, vanilla and cinnamon, or the Jamaica (pronounced ha-MIKE-uh). This Jamaica drink is known for being high in Vitamin C and powerful antioxidants, thanks to the hibiscus from which it is made. To add to the experience, Spanish music is usually playing. If the food doesn't do it, the music will get you dancing!
Seviche: Located on Bardstown Road, this Latin Restaurant is perfect to celebrate a nice occasion. The restaurant is known for what it is named: Seviche. It is seafood "cooked" simply in lime juice and salt, then spiced to taste. I loved the Line Caught Bigeye Tuna. For those that prefer their food thoroughly cooked, the Argentinian Skirt Steak or the pine-nut scallop pasta dish called the "Fideo" (my personal favorite) will have you salivating for more. If you dare look at the dessert menu, the Chocolate Tres Leches is phenomenal! (so I hear...)
Last week I walked into Sumer Food Market, a Middle-Eastern Grocery on Fourth Street, and met the kind owner Bashar. I was only looking for the highly desired Baklava (the order comes in Wednesday and they are usually out by Thursday morning. I learned the hard way), but once I got to talking with Bashar and expressed my enjoyment of the spices of Arabic food, he offered me a taste of the soup he had just made. It was a simple lentil soup but the flavor was incredible. He also makes his own pita and Naan in the store, and customers frequently take several bags home for their families. There are several Local Food Markets and Ethnic Food Markets in Louisville, and a little scrolling through the good old world wide web (or your iPhone) will lead you straight to their doors.
Well, I could go on and on and on... I love trying new places and experiencing the tastes of different cultures! In the process I have met a wonderful assortment of people who are excited at sharing the delicacies of their culture. Beyond the deliciousness of a good meal, the experience of authentic food is fun with friends or family visiting from home. Thanks for reading, see you tonight at 6 pm at Cardinal Park! Go Cards!
