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Road food deluxe

Food and drink|food, restaurants, travel|May 15, 2011
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Risotto Arancini at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma

Risotto Arancini at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma. Photo by Chris Kridler, chriskridler.com

Too often when on the road, I end up eating fast food or “convenience” food, like those Tornado things (probably because they are called Tornadoes) or string cheese and a banana from a gas station. So when I get a chance to eat a real meal, I relish the moment. Last night I enjoyed a fantastic Italian meal at Benvenuti’s in Norman, Oklahoma. Except for a bird bombing my outdoor table, it was a delightful experience.

I ordered off the seasonal menu. As much as I love traditional Italian food – after all, I was raised with it – I enjoy a fresh take, and Benvenuti’s offers new specials every few months.

Moppina at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma

Moppina at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma, lit by the blue patio lights. Photo by Chris Kridler, chriskridler.com

It also offers wine flights, three-glass samplers on a variety of themes. I went for the First Class Cabernet flight ($10), which included The Show from California; Penfolds Thomas Highland from Australia; and Cult from Napa Valley. I especially liked the California wines, and they went well with my starter, the Risotto Arancini ($9), essentially a fried risotto ball stuffed with mozzarella and pesto and served with a tangy plum tomato sauce.
Chocolate Caramel Pot du Creme at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma

Chocolate Caramel Pot du Creme at Benvenuti's in Norman, Oklahoma. Photo by Chris Kridler, chriskridler.com

For an entree, I got the Moppina ($17), with sheets of pasta, asparagus, peas, fava beans and flavorful fresh herbs in a butter sauce with a dollop of black pepper mascarpone cheese. It was just light enough, and delicious, and I had leftovers, to boot.

I wrapped up with the decadent Chocolate Caramel Pot du Creme ($6), a rich, chocolaty custard with just a touch of sea salt.

There are several more things I’d like to try at Benvenuti’s, which has a hip, friendly atmosphere … maybe the next time I’m in town, if I’ve survived the convenience store food in the meantime.

May 15, 2011 Chris Kridler

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One Response to Road food deluxe

  • Bill Hark May 15, 2011

    Yum, it’s nice to have something other than food from Pizza Hut, Subway or some other chain. There are good restaurants in Tornado Alley, one just has to look (assuming there is time).

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