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Lima's History and Cuisine
Based on the theory that food is the way to someone's heart, today is a chance to dive further into Lima's traditional cuisine. Start the day with a visit to Surquillo Market for its selection of fish, fruit and vegetables. Visit "La Gran Fruta" (The great fruit), who specialize in healthy homemade juices, taste-test a few and guess which fruits they include, making use of what you have learned in the market. Then to Barranco, the bohemian district of Lima. One of the icons of this neighborhood is El Puente de los Suspiros (The bridge of sighs), it was the inspiration to Chabuca Granda, the singer who composed 'La Flor de la Canela' (the cinnamon flower). Your guide will explain about local traditions and typical dishes, such as Ceviche and Picarones. There will be a stop for a Peruvian coffee extraction demonstration and informative talk, lasting about 30 minutes, including a hot or cold coffee drink. You will also visit the very traditional cevicheria 'Canta Rana', to taste the national dish, Ceviche. Many different dishes of fish and seafood are offered here. After this you continue on to Isolina for a great casual dining experience with traditional Peruvian criollo dishes in a laid-back restaurant. Here, you will taste Chilcano, a drink made with Pisco the Peruvian alcoholic beverage. A culinary tour can't end without a sweet finale, so try some of our local desserts at one of the typical restaurants in Barranco.