Nikkei cuisine is a culinary gem born from the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavors, representing a harmonious blend of two distinct culinary traditions. Emerging from the immigrant […]
Secrets of Peruvian Cuisine : Chicha Morada
One of the nicest things of studying Spanish in any country where it’s spoken is the cultural immersion. You do not only improve your Spanish language skills but […]
Quinoa, the supergrain of the Andes!
The highly nutritious ‘quinoa’ is known to be the most sacred of grains to the Inca culture, who named it “Chesiya Mama”, meaning the “Mother Grain”. It is […]
A Quick Guide to Cusco´s Street Food!
Street food in Cusco! Should you try it? People back home for sure told you not to and so do some travel guides…. But living in Cusco as […]
Ají Peppers: The Secret is in the Sauce
It´s no secret: Peru is all the rage and Peruvian food, which is quite literally on the tip of everyone´s tongues, has taken center stage. What sets the […]
Top five Peruvian Foods
What do you think of if I ask you to name a classic British meal? Maybe a Sunday roast or fish and chips. The list goes on. But […]
The history of ceviche
In Peru, ceviche is a traditional dish, widely consumed and highly valued, be considered formally as the nation’s cultural heritage. Its history dates back to pre-Columbian times. The […]
Recipe : Lomo saltado (Peruvian stir-fry)
One of the many benefits that hundreds of years of waves of immigration has brought to Peru is new ingredients, flavours and cooking styles that have added to […]
Recipe : Classic Peruvian ceviche
For the ceviche: 1 kilo of fresh white fish fillets, skin and bones removed (tilapia or sea bass work well) 150 ml lime juice (approx 7-8 limes) 2 […]
Peruvian Popcorn : Typical Peruvian Snacks
Corn (maíz in Spanish) in all its forms is a big deal in South America. There is a huge number of varieties, from corn on the cob like […]