Eating Churros by the Churro Stand

Zion G
Our Oakland Magazine
1 min readMay 20, 2024
“Churro Stand at Fruitvale Market” by Quite Peculiar. Source: https://flickr.com. CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.

There is nothing more satisfying than sinking your teeth into a soft, warm churro. It was a Wednesday afternoon, and as I stood in the bustling Fruitvale Plaza, a gentle breeze swirled around the churro stand, carrying with it the enticing aroma of warm, sugary delights. The man behind the counter expertly served up scoops of ice cream, adding to the sensory feast.

The booming music from the nearby store echoed through the BART station, blending with the laughter of friends gathered around tables, enjoying their coffee. Each sip seemed to echo in the vibrant atmosphere. Meanwhile, the city hummed with life, the rhythmic honking of cars at traffic lights, the deep whoosh of the BART train departing the station.

Nearby, groups of children eagerly lined up outside the pizza shop, their excited chatter filling the air as they awaited their cheesy treats. Amidst it all, the churro stand dispersed a sweet, sugary scent, drawing me closer. I could hear the satisfying sizzle of churros frying in hot oil, feel the warmth against my face, and absorb the lively chatter of passersby and the joyful laughter of children racing down the street.

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