The Afro-Brazilian Street Food King Of Oakland | Street Food Icons

Oumar Diouf is a Senegalese chef whose culinary career blossomed while working in South America and led him to create The Damel, an Afro-Brazilian food truck he operates in Oakland, California. After realizing he wouldn’t play soccer professionally, Oumar chose to focus on his cooking skills and traveled the world in his pursuit to become a well-rounded chef. The Damel, a Senegalese ruler from Wolof kingdom, is what Oumar chose to represent his contribution to the food world; he is the king of West African cuisine in Oakland and is determined to share his culture with the people in his community, one meal at a time.
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[@pr3ttyb0yfl4cko]

This guy is really freaking smart in a lot of ways; street smart, business smart, great decision making, multi-lingual and etc. What a legend.

[@henriquerlages]

Exactly

[@reivaldoaurelio4895]

yeah, he's a very resourceful man.

[@wallemeister5168]

And most importantly, he is humble. He learnt that from a very young age. Oumar Diouf is an inspiration!

[@GordaoSemFuturo]

He is a Damel!

[@wallemeister5168]

@@GordaoSemFuturo Yes, haha!

[@JDX28]

Speaks 5 languages, is a successful entrepreneur, can cook his ass off, has travelled the world, and puts his mom first. This man is legendary.

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@rainmaker_superb]

The fact that he showed off his success by telling us what he did for his Mom, rather than what he bought for himself says everything you need to know about him. We need more positive energy like that in this world.

[@dante666jt]

Absolute king

[@muchomusiclibre]

Nailed it. So many people trying to get money to flaunt it, even when they aint did nothing to earn money. This guy is legit cool.

[@kimberry753]

that's the kind of man every women will be happy to marry

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@bigvalley4987]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🥰

[@ilikewhiterice]

Oumar was my Uber driver two years ago and I remember him telling me his amazing story and wanting so badly for him to succeed! Look at him now!

[@aslscott78]

@@oumardiouf5393 are you homophobic? Please let us know

[@victorstaniste8614]

@@aslscott78 I'm guessing you are trying to push somethin here. Well let me tell you, f@ck off!

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@idek6914]

@@aslscott78 why do you care if he is or isn’t

[@evan9536]

You simply can’t say anything negative about this guy. I hope his American dream continues to come true!

[@ThydaCookingTV]

Yeah hope it comes true

[@RegulareoldNorseBoy]

Love this.I have been there several times. This is here in Oak. CA

[@RegulareoldNorseBoy]

@Rachel Forshee naa. Disagree. us dumbs need to get talked to. no need to be catering to stupid. Haven't you send Idiocrazy :-D That movie made me fearful of low iq

[@EsoTownBizz6500]

@@RegulareoldNorseBoy 👍👍

[@JacquiPenar]

He is the definition of "A man of culture". Literally.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@ornelassilva6778]

@@rambo2603 i can’t see what is it

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@annabellawr]

I know Oumar personally and have had the pleasure of tasting his delicious cuisine. Let me tell you, he's one of the most hard working people I've met. He deserves every bit of his success and I wish him all the best. This is so awesome!!

[@miamoi5063]

@@MA-oz1hd gtfo of here

[@lvl-3bot]

@@rickyspice7016 Dawg she aint gonna fuck u

[@MA-oz1hd]

@hudson i know right

[@jibril2473]

The food does look really good will visit Oumar when I visit one day 🙏🏾

[@honeybdream]

That’s awesome to hear‼️💙

[@bboichirok661]

Word every African I know speaks at least three languages, big respect to the African continent and the people.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@agarcamila]

So true!

[@euniquewatson3577]

Facts! I was just saying that to a friend. As a minimum they speak their native language, French and whatever country they're living in. He's absolutely brilliant and has such a beautiful soul.

[@authenticapparel1906]

And most Americans barely speak 1 language.

[@jeffboomhauer2724]

My friend from Nigeria spoke a bunch of native languages like Igbo, Yoruba, English, and French.

[@Brandon-of1xl]

His positive energy is infectious.

[@trollarsch33]

you Mean HIV ?

[@michaelvonhaven105]

@@trollarsch33 😛

[@marcellocafaro]

Ha, tell that to the Rrona

[@yalingurcan8800]

@@trollarsch33 uncool

[@ThydaCookingTV]

I admire he can speak many languages

[@audrniasn]

As a brazilian it's so cool to see a non-Brazilian making Bahia's moqueca e acarajé. Those are amazing dishes that only a few people outside of Brazil know about.

[@ifeifesi]

Acaraje actually came to Brazil via slaves from West Africa where Oumar is from.

[@leoulquiorra2]

Yeah but they do like a side dish and we make like a sandwich

[@moldypizza]

Damn that Uber hustle was smart af. This guy rocks.

[@louiearmstrong]

Putting the name on the pastry press is so smart. Branding! And the poster with the history lesson? Give people a story. Tell them why your food matters. I love it

[@stAirborneMk]

@@louiearmstrong he’s very smart, I’m glad he’s doing great!

[@chrispratt151]

Was saying the same dude smart as hell

[@bryans6539]

Some people are natural salesmen.

[@bioches]

This guy talking about winning and American born natives are whining and crying about institutional racism. Show me, cause all I see are lazy people who don't have the drive this guy does.

[@CherieButler]

He’s taking care of his mama and making good food.... May blessings continue to rain down on him!!!

[@netero3233]

This is 10 minutes from where I live I’m definitely pulling up today

[@buckwiild2101]

Damn jealous I hella wish I could!

[@jasonbrophy7921]

Lucky,could be really good or diarrhea

[@moldypizza]

@@jasonbrophy7921 you could be diarrhea

[@aaronmadethat3734]

How was the food

[@Sonny1065LV]

Lucky

[@gazoakleychef]

amazing story

[@naylisyazwina6836]

It really is

[@naylisyazwina6836]

6:11 Woaaah I just noticed that 4 or 5 of the menu items are halal food that means muslims can come eat here too. I had a feeling he was talking about Eid in the video.

[@electricGrrrl13]

Second that! P. S. I also like your channel and I'm trying recipes from your book 🤩

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@fawndakemp7117]

Agreed! Amazing testimony...he seems very humble & well rounded. Can’t wait for you @avantgardvegan to share your story; because your food is exceptional as well! I would love for you to have a business in the U.S...would definitely support.

[@claudiavasconcellos9592]

Oumar is a great chef, great person. This video makes me smiles. He deserves all the blessed and success!

[@inglesfluente2693]

Esse cara parece ser FODA, chef Aliás, vou chutar no alto, mas a senhora estaria interessada em uma receita do meu pai de arroz carreteiro? É surreal

[@Tunapie]

He’s very eloquent, intelligent, tidy and carry himself like a king! 👑

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@jordanochoa312]

The fact he brought other cultures food into his skill set is awesome !

[@theoneaboveall6768]

Real chef

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@ReGenMed83]

A lot of Brazilian food has African influence so in that regard it is that unfamiliar....

[@keely_cn8924]

His mom is serving some serious rock n' roll attitude in that one pic. He branded the empanadas. Genius.

[@PrettyBoyKii]

I feel like people don't realize that as immigrants, they bring with them a knowledge of their homelands and gift that knowledge and identity back to those who have lost it or had it eradicated from their people in the states. Through these small every day interactions, there will always be somebody that has had a piece of their lost cultural identity given back to them, and that's beautiful.

[@nestorluvsher]

Sadly a lot of the culture is slowly being extracted even in homelands due to american culture. I know a lot more about mexico's history and ancient culture than cousins living in Mexico. A lot are more focused on trying to be more american in culture

[@nicolerobinson835]

Just like the slaves that were brought over here did so much and recognized for nothing

[@momoiida5505]

@@nicolerobinson835 You mean the Africans that were ENSLAVED, not slaves.

[@lewizzrocks]

Too bad Trumpies prefer their hot dog water and grease drenched French fries

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@Dmbm789]

This guy is the definition of the American dream combining different cultures culinarily while following his dream and supporting his family

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@lowbvll8969]

Man I was born and raised here in Oakland how tf have I not heard about this man!! I live only minutes away! Ima for sure look for him!! Thanks munchies! Oakland love!

[@mateoreyes-lopez4057]

Exactly but i moved to hayward and went back to oakland for something. And i was suprised how they renovated that place in eastmont. That little peice of land use to basically be a dumpyard. Now im gonna go back to gets some tasty lookin food

[@bayfinest1938]

What's his address so I can get some ?

[@lowbvll8969]

@@bayfinest1938 The Damel 1312 Broadway Oakland, California 94612 [phone] 🔥🔥

[@bosshoggish1]

@@lowbvll8969 I'm in San Jose and I'm bout to get on 880 just to try this out.

[@lowbvll8969]

@@bosshoggish1 fire bro!!! Especially the empanada

[@kalenamichele3114]

I'm sorry...this man is STUNNING! His eyes, his cheekbones, that SKIN!! UGH...gorgeous. Food looks amazing too!

[@rightweaponry908]

I was looking through the comments like is no one seeing how gorgeous this man is?!

[@jon1805]

I don't understand how you could possibly dislike something, and someone like this. Hard working, intelligent, wholesome, and family oriented... What's your issue?

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@SLUBUG]

Racists...they watch this and cringe.

[@maishananjeeba7436]

@@SLUBUG perhaps you are right

[@JennieC.]

Unsuccessful people who hate this because this man doesn't fit their narrative

[@andresjg6]

This guy is like listening to peak performance. Pro soccer player, multi lingual, international connections, global chef, successful entrepreneur, great Uber driver, strong charisma, super hard worker, and takes care of his family. We need more Oumar in this world. Oakland is lucky to have him.

[@dw7647]

His Brazilian accent popped out at 8:07

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@lydiafomuso7168]

Completely!!! :) :)

[@nca4794]

"History and food always goes together." I love that, especially with the food of the African diaspora. Each country's cuisine is so unique, yet familiar. So true.

[@buckwiild2101]

This is man is literally the perfect specimen of humans!! This is how all should look at life and live their lives! Would love 2 go 2 oakland and buy his food and meet him.

[@ladraode9dedos409]

Me too!

[@obijuankenobi420]

Bring your bullet proof vest.....it ain't sweet out here....don't let the hipsters fool you

[@buckwiild2101]

@@obijuankenobi420 I trust me I feel u I live in grimey ass St.Louis used to be in Chicago.

[@ladraode9dedos409]

@@obijuankenobi420 Man, I am Brazilian, stuff here is no joke, still interested in that amazing food.

[@obijuankenobi420]

@@ladraode9dedos409 Fasho

[@ndiayeabibatou9589]

He is not only a hard worker, ready to achieve his goals, but he is also the most ready to help person I have ever known. He is at the top and pulling people at the top, which is not easy, saying that blessings are like the sea, everyone can get their part... wish you the greatest success in each small part of your business 💪🏾😉 thanks from Sénégal 🇸🇳 Diadieuf 🇸🇳

[@hamade7997]

This guy is a king, no kidding.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@coachzaynab355]

He made me cry. What he said about Africa, and what it has given to the world. I have african blood. Once again I am reminded how proud I am for Africa to be part of my heritage. This man is a great representation of an african king. Respect!

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@jadedseoul76]

I bet his momma sure is proud! 🥰

[@catlion4925]

My man is not just a food icon, he could be a humanity icon !

[@biggiesimals]

I've met him and ate at his restaurant when they first opened. Amazing guy and very hospitable. His empanadas were amazing and halal!!

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@yaninacabrera131]

Love his story! I am from Argentina so it makes me proud to see empanadas as part of his menu! 🙂 All the blessings in this world to him. He deserves that and more

[@renatoreyes6583]

Are all Argentinians as beautiful as you are? 😩

[@thecarlob_007]

This guy truly represents the human spirit. Props to him and may he continue to find success.

[@ddrz09]

"He just likes to help" Thats how you win In life. Willingness to fight, help, and be inspired.

[@brandonb4320]

The African Diaspora coming full-circle here! Beautiful!

[@OjaysReel]

Word.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@liberalbias4462]

Nasty

[@Jay510.]

I’m a Oakland native myself and I will be looking for this place. Gotta support my black business owners. Hope the food is fire 🔥✊🏿✊🏿

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@aushimdas7481]

it's been 6 months, how's the food there?

[@Jay510.]

The food is fire 🔥 definitely have to try the lamb empanadas

[@Mila-er6ms]

Omg it is soooo goooood

[@jeanlashay3373]

@@Mila-er6ms where is he located

[@KRayxKodessA]

This series has been SO good. How do you keep finding such endearing, genuinely good people? I wish I could visit his truck!

[@bitchesbetrippin992]

“No matter where you come from you can make things happen in America.” Truly inspirational words!

[@erikadowdy686]

“ i love what im doing, cuz i love to help” Thats a good man🥰

[@kamladavid4570]

This man inspires me. I started out by sharing free food for fellow students in my halls of residence, just out of love. I just love to see the smiles when others are stuffing their faces. I believe and hope that one day the world will achieve food security.

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@blueb4829]

He's motivated and a hard worker. That's the simple recipe for success.

[@cardion411]

Smiled the whole video. He is such a humble brother.

[@azitsallgood2514]

Yes i love Africans they are so humble

[@jaydonono]

This has to be one of the coolest guys on the planet.

[@mdnahidkhan1779]

African are the most happiest people i have met. God bless all of us. Amen 💐

[@zehdualho]

inspiring story. love the Brazil Africa connection!

[@sandrashaw6298]

It’s one of the most interesting things about Brazil, how African influence is part of all culture and almost all Brazilians, especially their music and food! I lived there for 3 years.

[@beyourself2444]

That is normal in the Caribbean too, slavery and being a majority does that. Regardless of what race you are in the Caribbean, Afro Caribbean culture is dominant

[@cheatdayeatzproductions9125]

What an awesome story. Go Senegal🇸🇳! Wishing this guy nothing but the best!

[@Musicandcrypto]

Damn inspiring as fuck, watching this in the morning. About to start my day studying for finals and got some crazy motivation from Oumar! What a guy.

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqYw

[@MyFullFiguredLife]

He’s so dope! Inspirational all around 🥂

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@brownbbydoll1777]

I love that he is showing the beautiful African cuisine and African influenced/infused cuisine to the world 🌎...my great grandmother is Senegalese and the cuisine is ridiculously delicious 😋. I’m so proud to be African . Keep up the good work brother May Allah continue to bless you and take your business even further 🙏🏾✊🏾 Insha’Allah. Ameen 💜

[@purplesky4157]

Don’t forget about the Latin American influence as well. Great combo

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@alanaweaver8942]

All way from Senegal 🇸🇳 much luv to Brother ✊🏿 he speaks 5 languages and hustler Africa to the World 🌍

[@idilg5787]

Amazing! I'm an immigrant too, trying to make it in a foreign country. His story and energy makes me feel empowered and motivated. Lovely guy

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqYw

[@godsavethequeen2798]

Big respect to Oumar, may God bless you and protect your family always 🙏 ❤

[@bigj259]

Who can dislike this video Beautiful person.

[@fabmamaof3jj592]

We Senegambians are just amazing. We pick up food and languages from all Over.

[@zabariduwab9950]

I’m Ghanaian and I agree

[@aohagan6]

Keep winning, the world needs more kind and talented people like you.

[@ellensmith6413]

When I tell you, what God has for you! it's for you😇 nobody can block your BLESSINGS😇 he has such a humble personality😇

[@vishnusahani2822]

Brother is Street Smart.

[@efrainrodarte6395]

He's all kinds of smart. Dude's creative and speaks 5 languages

[@vishnusahani2822]

@@efrainrodarte6395 Yup. i know i am saying he learnt everything on street through experience and he is innovative and have a vision.

[@kidpeligro7878]

I love how he picks upthe languages and incorporate cuisines from the countries he travelled into his restaurant showing his strive to continuously learn and take in the experiences from his life journey. And at the same time he never forgot he came from by sharing his success with the people that were with him at the start of his journey.

[@omeadpooladzandi9786]

This guy has such a positive attitude on life. Such an inspiration.

[@MissRichox]

I am in absolute awe of this wonderful chef. What a wonderful being, he has worked so hard and I hope and pray for his continued success

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@Shaun_Singletary]

Do the people who dislike this consider themselves the real King of Afro-Brazilian cuisine?? What's not to like about this guy?! He's great and his drive is noteworthy!

[@soixantecroissants]

I think they must be his competitors!

[@leightaft7763]

Racists for sure

[@octaviosalvatierra1389]

salty people who cant do anything and hate people like him

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@reannas8853]

Blessings on this smart, handsome brother. His skin is so beautiful :-) . Wishing him good health & prosperity. His heart is in the right place. Love his love for his mom. She has raised an amazing son. 🇨🇦

[@ryansim7818]

This man hustles. The original Uber Eats.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@MamaJamaLama]

woah, as a senegalese living in Oakland, this makes me happy. Also i am about to get fat!

[@Beeslaughter]

Time for a trip to Oakland!

[@CGoodwin85]

What y’all got where you’re from?

[@MercedesNechelle]

The fact that he’s literally down the street from my house is crazy. I’ll be visiting tomorrow and I can’t wait. I’m even more excited that he has a vegetarian option. 😋

[@Lidiroyal]

Did you ever get a chance to try it?

[@MercedesNechelle]

@@Lidiroyal I did. It was so good and full of flavor! I’m glad I saw this piece because of not got KZbin I wouldn’t have known.

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@squeak350]

This is what happens when you accept life’s challenges! All the power to this man 👊

[@tea_katsu]

Thanks for bringing our food to the world. Bahia is really proud of you.

[@lisamariefoye2853]

I am in love with Oumar. He is so creative and handsome. Also, I am starving!

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@lisamariefoye2853]

@@rambo2603 One of my favorite episodes!

[@rambo2603]

@@lisamariefoye2853 You've already seen it cool.

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/inKTmWqVZ891j7s

[@lisamariefoye2853]

@@rambo2603 thank you for this share! I had no idea about Senegalese wrestling culture. Thank you for helping me learn!

[@cmnweb]

Imagine the clients watching this video and realize that this immigrant from Africa have one of the best histories...greetings from México, mucho éxito hermano.

[@Shy.89]

Really cool to see a Minority brother doing big things! Congrats on all of your success. Keep moving forward and never stop no matter what

[@aafymirza6077]

A great men raised by a single mother....so proud of you brother...may god bless you more...

[@ogivecrush]

This guy is a shining example of why we NEED immigrants in this country....his passion, vision and positive attitude are things no country can have enough of......I wish him great success and joy!

[@chingching8820]

how do I live in Oakland but never had his food. thats about to change

[@rambo2603]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3Oqp2OEfNmoY80

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

Yeah. Pull up. Let us know just how awesome the food is!

[@6324210]

Same!! So happy to have this person in our community! I’m excited to support!

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

@@6324210 Please let me know if the food is good, next time I'm out the way will stop by.

[@luiscontreras-dm2bp]

This guy made my day, he's really determined and humble 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Beautyfulchild25]

This man is so inspiring! Taking care of his mother was his motivation to be successful. His story blew me away 🥰🥰🙏🙏

[@HiMyNameIsJon]

Respect the hustle. To a white guy from New Jersey, this food looks on a whole nother level.

[@okayplus]

I got to try this earlier in the summer this year. Had a couple of the empanadas, both pretty good, though now I wished I'd tried that Brazilian shrimp situation. It's cool that they came out to East Oakland and the Akoma Market specifically. So often lately when I see things about food and culture in Oakland, it's focused on things meant largely for new Oaklanders, things located in Uptown and Temescal. I appreciated seeing my neighborhood shown not just as place where people are killing each other, but also as a place where people just eat and live and do their thing.

[@priscillad8]

Acarajé is the best, is the Brazilian thing

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqY5Y

[@destroya21]

This King (who would be a perfect fit for Black Panther) has custom made empanada molds that have his COMPANY NAME on them! This dude is unstoppable.

[@indigogucci8610]

He's an example of true winning..real humble spirit

[@lvcasripardo]

I adore this so much! Congrats on your journey. Sending love all the way from Brazil ❤️

[@e.p5109]

La comida se ve rica💕He is so educated knowing all these languages and skills is cooking. I love it 💐

[@rambo2603]

This is where he's from. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpithnykj5JqYw

[@bzboarder122]

This is incredibly inspiring and just makes my heart feel full. What a gentleman and completely selfless individual.

[@saberpencil7597]

I'm a foreign student in Senegal, the country has so many amazingly special places to go to, the problem they have is advertisment, here's a list of places you definitely have to check out if you ever come: Lake Retba or the Rose lake The islands ( there are a lot of them namely Gorée, Ngor and Saloum) The reserve of Fath'Allah The reserve of Bandia The Renaissance monument Edit : there are a lot of museums, tiny but you'll still learn a lot from them, they exist in islands too so check them out. Etc.. the list goes on, just watch out for your wallet and purses, although they don'tt steal as much as other countries, but you never know especially when you're clearly a tourist, you also take taxis by bargaining the price, the main language is Wolof but people in Dakar understand French too, the currency is Franc CFA Or XOF.

[@bayedembadiack1589]

yes very beautiful country

[@bobschlotterfishing2678]

Extremely inspiring. Food looks awesome, and the best of luck to you.. So glad people like you bring differant cultures to the USA its what makes this place the best place to live.

[@jeremiemalcolmgo]

Absolute respect to Oumar! Not only has he built and achieved his dreams through sheer perseverance, hardwork, and a little luck, but he took his success to care for his mom and family back home. Such an inspiration and positive energy all around. We need more people like you, Oumar!

[@CityHustleHD]

I’m from tha Town & never ate here. Finna hit up this food truck doe. East Oakland‼️🤟🏽💯

[@GoldenGod69]

Let’s take a group trip we out

[@faugarcia384]

His work shows and pays off. Working hard for his family mainly. Props to him, he truly deserves the best! Humble guy!

[@ninjaundermyskin]

Anyone know where his truck is parked these days? I want to support this man's business!

[@DarkForce141]

www.thedamel.com/ looks like there's a brick and mortar restaurant as well as a food truck.

[@seansanve]

Right now they park at the 76 Gas Station on the corner of Lakeshore Ave. and Lake Park Ave. I'm about to walk down there for lunch today! At least, that's where I've seen the truck most days.

[@stephanieflores4356]

This was at the Akoma market in East Oakland. A great market to check out if you're in the area. The black van next to his is from Red Bay coffee, another great Oakland eatery

[@ruu4643]

Have you been there? How was the food? 😇

[@seansanve]

@@ruu4643 I went yesterday. Got the carne and the caprese empanadas. Caprese was real good and had a great crisp. The carne was amazing! Going to try the lamb next time.

[@anndeecosita3586]

The food looks delicious. I must say I’m surprised he was surprised there is such a heavy African influence in Brazil since there are more Afro descendants living there than any country outside of the African continent. It makes sense he would recognize aspects of food and culture from home because these people’s ancestors were brought to Brazil from the transatlantic slave trade. Some Brazilians returned to Africa after their emancipation.

[@wordsbymaribeja1470]

Africans don't learn this history, they don't even learn about the history of why their own ethnic groups are dispersed across countries some speaking french, others english, and remember the only black people the corporate media has portrayed prior to the internet is black americans, other black people have been disappeared except for the 'starving African child'.

[@dianag.5652]

His story is inspiring, his parents must be really proud of him. Congrats

[@ashalinton-lee8225]

Such a handsome, courageous man! May God continue to bless him!💝💝

[@Sunlovesflower]

The fact that I had no clue this existed while I was living in Marin County… It’s features like this that spread the word to amazing small business owners!

[@thsclips7777]

What a genuine soul that’s all I can say what a genuine soul

[@eddiecrooks4543]

This guy low ki successful, been around the world, talented cook, and makes it seem effortless

[@gldflcn]

Damn, I couldn’t help but smile the entire video. Simply incredible, you deserve all the respect in the world chef.

[@jobathanroman901]

Mad respect brother, 👏, I admire your cultural diversity. Keep shining ✨

[@anxietyfox4322]

I love his idea of stamping with the empanadas with the number of the dish, makes it really easy to order and know for sure that it's vegetarian. It might not seem like a big deal, but when you really don't want to eat meat it's so nice to make your order and know for sure that it's the right one when you get it. Also, the food looks amazing! I wish I could visit The Damel sometime..

[@matheusmoreira9951]

Oh, you should see how brazilian pastel cooks do it. Pastel is basically the brazilian version of an empanada, though we deep fried them. And every pastel food cart has a massive sign language developed based on different snipps they cut out of the corners of the pastel to know which pastel is which filings. And pastel food carts usually have dozens of different filings...