Peruvian gastronomy is not only famous for salty dishes, but there is a long tradition of delicious desserts and sweets. We have already talked about “Suspiro a la Limeña” here (http://taste-of-peru.com/a-traditional-peruvian-dessert-suspiro-a-la-limena/), which is a traditional dessert from Lima region and in this article we want to share the recipe for another classic sweet: “Alfajor”. “Alfajores” are very popular throughout Latin America countries,…
Category: Culinary activities
Peruvian Basic Cooking Class: What to Expect!
Among the various culinary activities we offer there is a hands-on cooking class where you have the chance to learn the basics of Peruvian traditional dishes, such as the classic “ceviche” and the yummy “lomo saltado”. As for travellers opinion, this is one of the best classes especially if you happen to be in Peru…
Peruvian Exotic fruits you Need to Know
Peru is home of many local ingredients, from Andean grains, to the more than 1000 varieties of native potatoes, from tubers to yummy exotic fruits. This article aims to make a list of Peruvian fruits you need to try once in Peru. During our market visit travellers usually had the opportunity to try these tasty and…
A Stroll in The Surquillo Market in Lima
One of our main culinary activity is a fun and relaxing stroll in the Surquillo market, a district located next to Miraflores area. The market is a typical and traditional place where tourists can get a sense of Lima’s lifestyle adn get in touch with Limeños. There are many locals who prefer to do their…
Peruvian Regional Dishes at Glance
One of our mission is to let people know more about traditional dishes from Peruvian gastronomy and we have a very special tasting class focused on regional dishes. Lately we held this class at Kañete Restaurant and it was very interesting to discover how the ingredients are used in the different areas of the country.…