Food and Drink

Every region has its own specialty, but these are the national icons:

• Ceviche: Fresh fish marinated in lime juice, chili, and onion. It's the national pride.
• Lomo Saltado: A delicious stir-fry of beef with onions, tomatoes, and french fries, with Chinese influence.
• Aji de Gallina: A creamy stew made with yellow chili peppers and shredded chicken.
• Cuy Chactado: A traditional Andean specialty (guinea pig), a protein-rich delicacy.

Accompany your meals with the most emblematic drinks of our land:

• Pisco Sour: Peru's flagship cocktail, made with Pisco, lime, egg white, and angostura bitters.
• Chicha Morada: A refreshing non-alcoholic drink made from purple corn, pineapple, and cinnamon.
• Inca Kola: The national soda, yellow in color with a sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian fusion food).
• Coca Tea: An ancient infusion ideal for combating altitude sickness in the Andes.

To enjoy Peruvian food safely and authentically:

• Local Markets: Visit the San Pedro Market in Cusco to see the variety of fresh products, but prefer eating in recommended sections.
• Reservations: In Lima, world-renowned restaurants (like Central or Maido) require reservations months in advance.
• Fusion: Don't miss out on Nikkei (Japanese fusion) and Chifa (Chinese fusion) food, fundamental parts of our culinary identity.