Pionono is another traditional dessert from South America that you can easily find in the streets of Peru. Food stalls in the capital city as well as in the suburban areas and Peruvian provinces generally sell Pionono already sliced to passers-by. However, you can find this dessert in traditional criollo cuisine restaurants as well as in the most famous gourmet restaurants, which usually…
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Traditional "Alfajores" Recipe
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,…
Tasting Traditional Dishes from Lima Region
Few weeks ago we organized a special private class for a little group of travellers eager to learn more about traditional dishes from Lima region. So we came up with the idea of held the class at one of the most representative and traditional restaurants in Lima: Kañete Restaurant, located in Surquillo district, one of…
Mercado 28: A New Culinary Stop in The Heart of Miraflores
Mercado 28 opened its door last month in the heart of Miraflores, the vibrant Lima’s district. This is the first gastronomic market in Peru’s capital city, following the culinary trend worldwide, just think about Italy, USA, Spain and Mexico. Gourmet markets are not only a trend, but they give locals and visitors the opportunity to…
Discovering Lima’s local Market
I strongly believe that paying a visit to one of Lima’s local market can make you understand the basis of Peruvian culture. That is why I always suggest travelers to live this experience. This place is where the majority of Limeños make their weekly groceries and go to find fresh products. During the market visit…