 
Assembly Resolution No. 1292
 
BY: M. of A. Ramos
 
        CELERATING  Peruvian  Gastronomy  Weekend,  August
        25-26, 2018
 
  WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in  keeping  with
its  time-honored  traditions,  to  recognize  and  pay tribute to those
events which foster ethnic pride and enhance  the  profile  of  cultural
diversity  which  strengthens  the fabric of the communities of New York
State; and
 
  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing  traditions,  this  Legislative  Body  is  justly proud to
celebrate Peruvian Gastronomy Weekend, August 25-26, 2018; and
 
  WHEREAS, SUMAQ 2018 will also take place during this same weekend at
the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York; for eight years,
the SUMAQ Peruvian Food Festival has enticed Long Islanders and visitors
with the tantalizing aromas of Peruvian Gastronomy; and
 
  WHEREAS, Under the luminous leadership of Director Vicky  Diaz,  the
SUMAQ  Peruvian  Food  Festival  has  become one of the most anticipated
events of the year, attracting food enthusiasts from all over the United
States; and
 
  WHEREAS, Peruvian cuisine reflects local practices and  ingredients,
including  influences  from the indigenous population including the Inca
and cuisines brought in with immigrants from  Europe  (Spanish  cuisine,
Italian  cuisine,  German  cuisine),  Asia (Chinese cuisine and Japanese
cuisine) and West Africa; and
 
  WHEREAS, Without the familiar ingredients from their home countries,
immigrants modified their  traditional  cuisines  by  using  ingredients
available  in Peru; the four traditional staples of Peruvian cuisine are
corn, potatoes and other  tubers,  Amaranthaceaes  (quinoa,  kaniwa  and
kiwicha)  and  legumes (beans and lupins); the Spanish added rice, wheat
and meats (beef, pork and chicken); and
 
  WHEREAS, Many traditional foods,  such  as  quinoa,  kiwicha,  chili
peppers,  and  several  roots and tubers have increased in popularity in
recent decades, reflecting a revival  of  interest  in  native  Peruvian
foods and culinary techniques; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The  Festival  and  APEGA, Peru's gastronomic association,
strives to help diffuse Peruvian cuisine and culture in  New  York,  and
showcase  the diversity of Peruvian gastronomy as well as talented chefs
who are innovating and taking ancient flavors to a new  level;  over  20
food  vendors  will  participate  in  this year's festival, offering the
highest quality and variety of Peruvian food; and
 
  WHEREAS, Some of the 20  vendors  include  La  Caja  China  de  Juan
Talledo,  Tamales  de  Magaly  Silva, and Kankachos Tinajani; Chefs Jose
Luis Chavez, Miguel Aguilar, Ezequiel  Valencia,  and  Jose  Lujan  will
share their talents and skills during cooking demonstrations; and
 
  WHEREAS,  In  addition to sampling delicious Peruvian food, festival
attendees will also enjoy musical performances, Peruvian  folk  dancing,
Salsa  and  Bachata lessons, artisan vendors and a Fun Zone featuring El
Sapito; and
 
  WHEREAS,  A  cherished  event,  the  SUMAQ  Peruvian  Food  Festival
provides a uniquely warm environment that attracts all  different  types
of  people who come to taste the authenticity of Peruvian food and enjoy
its heritage; and
 
  WHEREAS, It is the intent of  this  Legislative  Body  to  recognize
those  important events which remind us of the rich and diverse heritage
of our great State and Nation; and
 
  WHEREAS, Events which celebrate diversity and  peace  contribute  to
fulfilling  our  Nation's great legacy of equal opportunity for all, and
do so profoundly enhance our shared commitment to freedom  and  justice;
now, therefore, be it
 
  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate Peruvian Gastronomy Weekend, August 25-26,  2018;  and  be  it
further
 
  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Vicky Diaz, Director, SUMAQ Peruvian Food Festival.
Celebrating Peruvian Gastronomy Weekend, August 25-26, 2018

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