The Khmer Student Society's 'Welcome to Cambodia' event Saturday night featured dazzling dances with costumes made of real gold.
But of course I mostly focused on the food. Tropical fruits covered in juice were the tasty delight for the event.
These fruit drinks are often served for the celebrations, such as the Cambodian New Year, Soriya Or, a Penn State alumnus, said. The New Year festival, or 'Chaul Chnam Thmey' in the Khmer language, is April 13-15 this year, he said.
Jackfruit tasted a bit like mango, and sweet lychee, a member of the soapberry family, reminded me of a white grape juice. Coconut milk was another option, and it tasted like a combination of soy milk and oatmeal.
Audience members enjoyed the tropical treats while watching the dances and funny videos made by members of the Khmer Student Society. My favorite video was one in which people used fish sauce as a fragrance to attract the opposite sex. I just felt like that really hit home.
The event was enjoyable; I think it's great that there are opportunities to learn about other cultures at Penn State.
Here are some upcoming events:

What: 'Sharing the World' International Spring Festival
When: Sunday, April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: HUB Heritage Hall
Details: $10 for students, $15 for non-students

What: Indian classical music featuring sitar musician Kartik Seshadri
When: Workshop Saturday, April 4 at 6 p.m. and concert Sunday, April 5 at 6 p.m.
Where: State College Area High School, South Gym
Details: Rides from HUB (Heritage Hall) available at 5:30 for Sunday's concert. Both events are free.

What: 'Taste of India' food festival
When: Saturday, April 4 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: State College Area High School, South Cafeteria
Details: See http://www.clubs.psu.edu/up/aid/web/fundraising/foodfestival/

-Beth