A mouth-watering aroma of fried chicken filled Exhibit Hall

where the Metro Aggies’ held their 4th annual Chicken and Mumbo

Sauce event. Last Thursday, guests received three pieces of chicken

and french fries for a fee of $3.

A mouth-watering aroma of fried chicken filled Exhibit Hall where the Metro Aggies’ held their 4th annual Chicken and Mumbo Sauce event. Last Thursday, guests received three pieces of chicken and french fries for a fee of $3.

The most appealing part of this meal was the slightly sweet and tangy sauce D.C., Maryland, and Virginia natives call mumbo sauce. The room was filled with excited students who were eager to experience a taste of the DMV.

“I think this event was very well put together. The mumbo sauce is very good, and I am enjoying the entertainment while getting a feel of what D.C. culture is like,” said Sascha Gibson, a junior accounting major from Newark, Del.

Loud GoGo music filled the room creating a vibrant atmosphere for the guests. Although there were many round tables and seats, many students were left standing as it became crowded.

“The event went very well even though we didn’t get to publicize as much; however, every year we have received a huge turn out,” said Metro Aggies President Janae Crockett, a junior finance major from Maryland.

Chicken and mumbo sauce was not the only attraction that enticed students to come. Games such as ‘How well do you know the DMV’ and ‘Win a date with an Eboard member’ were also played during the event. There was also a fashion show by members of Verge and natives of the DMV.

“I was excited when Verge was asked to perform at this event. I have always supported the chicken and mumbo sauce programs and thought it would be great for Verge to add some entertainment,” said Verge president Alena Brown, a junior psychology major from Atlanta.

Back Home, a newly formed band comprised of Metro Aggie members also performed “All your love” by K-La.

Chicken and Mumbo sauce was first created in 2008 by the Metro Aggie president at the time. Current members hope to keep this tradition alive to bring the DMV culture to North Carolina.

“Mumbo sauce is what we are known for. It is the perfect compliment to your chicken and it’s conveniently located at the local corner stores in the DMV for a cheap price,” said Kara Crittenden, a senior accounting major from Fort Washington, Md. Look forward to upcoming Metro Aggie events such as Hometown stereotypes in the near future.

• Shanea Phillips, Contributor