Peruvian cuisine
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Discover the unique flavors of Peru on a food tour of Lima, the culinary capital of Latin America. You'll visit traditional markets, local restaurants, and cevicherías, where you can sample iconic dishes like ceviche, lomo saltado, and causa limeña, as well as desserts such as suspiro a la limeña. You will also learn how indigenous, Spanish, African, Chinese, and Japanese influences have shaped Peru's rich cuisine. The tour includes tastings, live demonstrations, and the chance to cook alongside expert chefs. It's a delicious experience that awakens the senses and reveals Lima's cultural identity through its food.
Overview
Category | Cultural immersion | |
Duration | 4 to 5 hours 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
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Requirements | No experience required | |
Type of service | In-person – Small or private groups |
Included & Excluded
You will find detailed information about the services included in our tours and hikes below. Please read the list of inclusions and exclusions carefully.
- Pick-up and drop-off from Miraflores or San Isidro
- Specialized bilingual guide
- Cooking class with chef
- Tastings and full menu
- Entrance fees and cooking materials
- Discounts for groups of more than 5 people. Ask about special rates for companies and agencies.
- Taxes
- Commissions: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINNERS, and PAYPAL
- Additional expenses
- Alimentation not mentioned
Itinerary
The service
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Meeting and welcome
Pick up at your hotel (Miraflores/San Isidro) or agreed meeting point.
Introduction to the guide and brief introduction to Peruvian cuisine. -
Visit to a local market
Guided tour of a traditional market to learn about native ingredients such as potatoes, chili peppers, exotic fruits, and fresh produce. Seasonal fruit tasting. -
Hands-on cooking class
Participate in a cooking class at a restaurant or culinary workshop. Learn how to prepare ceviche and pisco sour step by step. -
Traditional lunch or dinner
Enjoy a full three-course menu: starter (causa or papa a la huancaína), main course (lomo saltado, ají de gallina or similar), and dessert (suspiro a la limeña or mazamorra). Includes a local drink. -
Sweet ending
Final visit to a Lima artisan café or pastry shop to try a traditional dessert or Peruvian coffee.
Prices / Rates
- Shared group tour: USD 85.00 per person
- Private tour (2 to 4 people): USD 99.00 per person
- Children (5 to 10 years old): USD 65.00 per person
- Children under 5 years old: Free (no menu)