Peruvian Food Guide

Peruvian cuisine is among the most varied and best in the world. It's a reflection of its three main geographical zones, the coast, the Andean highlands and the jungle, and an incorporation of influences from different times and immigrant cultures. While the Peruvian cuisine only is recognized internationally in the last few years, food and its preparation is one important part of the Peruvian culture and a very personal way to express the Peruvian identity.

Today the Peruvian cuisine combines Pre-Inca and Inca staples and food with the Spanish, Basque, African, Asian and French, Italian and British cuisine which immigrants brought with them; a unique fusion of the culture, traditions and flavors of four continents in which all parts coexist or melt in harmony and even enrich another. Next to foreign influences and ethnic diversity the Peruvian cuisine is also characterized by Peru's unique climates and landscapes. Each region and each town has its own local cuisine and culinary treasures, depending on geography and climate that provide different ingredients native to each area.

Typical Peruvian Starter & Appetizer
Typical Peruvian Starter & Appetizer (9)
Typical Peruvian Sandwiches
Typical Peruvian Sandwiches (3)
Typical Peruvian Soups
Typical Peruvian Soups (8)
Typical Peruvian Main Courses
Typical Peruvian Main Courses (12)
Typical Peruvian Salsas, Sauces & Dips
Typical Peruvian Salsas, Sauces & Dips (8)
Typical Peruvian Desserts
Typical Peruvian Desserts (15)
Typical Peruvian Snacks
Typical Peruvian Snacks (9)
Typical Peruvian Drinks & Beverages
Typical Peruvian Drinks & Beverages (12)
Peruvian Cheese
Peruvian Cheese (6)
Typical Peruvian Fruits
Typical Peruvian Fruits (16)
Typical Peruvian Vegetables
Typical Peruvian Vegetables (13)
Peruvian Aji - Chili Peppers
Peruvian Aji - Chili Peppers (5)
Grains, Coffees, Crops, Beans & Nuts of Peru
Grains, Coffees, Crops, Beans & Nuts of Peru (7)
Common Herbs in the Peruvian Cuisine
Common Herbs in the Peruvian Cuisine (8)
Other Peruvian Ingredients
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Inchicapi

Inchicapi

Typical Peruvian Soups
Originated in the Peruvian jungle regions of Ucayali, San Martin and Loreto this traditional, creamy chowder is prepared with chicken, roasted peanuts, onions, garlic, cilantro and yuca (cassava).
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Tomate

Tomate

Typical Peruvian Fruits
The tomato is native to South America and found its way to Mexico around 2000 years ago. After the Spanish colonization of the Americas the tomato was distributed around the world. Taking genetic e...
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Maná Confitado

Maná Confitado

Typical Peruvian Snacks
Maná is produced of large sized corn kernels that are popped like "normal" popcorn and then infused in sugar. The result is delicious, sweet and crunchy popcorn with a unique flavor.
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Aceitunas

Aceitunas

Typical Peruvian Fruits
Olives are native to the coastal areas of the Mediterranean. Brought to Peru by the Spanish conquerors 500 years ago, today Olives are an important ingredient in the Peruvian cuisine.
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Salsa Ocopa

Salsa Ocopa

Typical Peruvian Salsas, Sauces & Dips
Originally from Arequipa in southern Peru, Salsa Ocopa is a popular Peruvian sauce and similar in texture to Salsa Huancaina. While it's as well served with boiled potatoes, its flavor, however is ...
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Peruvian Panetón

Peruvian Panetón

Typical Peruvian Desserts
One of the most treasured Peruvian Christmas traditions surely is having a thick slice of Panetón with a steaming cup of freshly prepared hot chocolate for breakfast, in the afternoon or as goody i...
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Mixtura Snack

Mixtura Snack

Typical Peruvian Snacks
Wildly popular in Peru are so called Mixtura Snacks, mixtures with changing local ingredients similar to "nuts and raisins".
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Arroz con Leche

Arroz con Leche

Typical Peruvian Desserts
Arroz con Leche, the Peruvian version of rice pudding, is a popular and extremely sweet dessert. Brought to Peru by the Spanish conquerors, it's made with simple ingredients like rice, sweetened co...
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Pasa Morena o Pasa Rubia

Pasa Morena o Pasa Rubia

Typical Peruvian Snacks
Peru is well respected worldwide for its grapes. No wonder that Pasas or raisins are very popular in the country. Mostly consumed are Pasas Morenas, raisins made of black grapes, and Pasas Rubias, ...
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Limonada Peruana

Limonada Peruana

Typical Peruvian Drinks & Beverages
Lemonade surely isn’t unique Peruvian. However, the Peruvian version, the Limonada peruana, is so different from the taste which we associate with a good lemonade, you should really try it if you h...
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August 2019
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Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Lima International Book Fair 2019
Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Thursday, 01 August 2019
2
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Lima International Book Fair 2019
Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Friday, 02 August 2019
3
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Lima International Book Fair 2019
Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Saturday, 03 August 2019
4
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Lima International Book Fair 2019
Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Open Museums in Peru – Museos Abiertos
Open Museums (Museos Abiertos), an initiative of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture that allows Peruvians and foreign residents to visit more than 50 public museum, archaeological sites and historical places throughout the country free of charge, returns in 2019.
Date : Sunday, 04 August 2019
5
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Monday, 05 August 2019
6
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Tuesday, 06 August 2019
7
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Wednesday, 07 August 2019
8
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Thursday, 08 August 2019
9
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Friday, 09 August 2019
10
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Date : Saturday, 10 August 2019
11
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019
For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family.
Pan American Games Lima 2019
For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019.
Ironruna Half Triathlon in Mollendo, Arequipa 2019
The Ironruna Half Triathlon 2019, organized by the Ironruna Sports Association in coordination with the municipality of Mejía, Arequipa, takes place in the small town of Mollendo in southern Peru in August 2019.
Date : Sunday, 11 August 2019
12
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Monday, 12 August 2019
13
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Tuesday, 13 August 2019
14
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Wednesday, 14 August 2019
15
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Thursday, 15 August 2019
16
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Friday, 16 August 2019
17
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Latin Pet Show 2019 in Lima
10:00
After the huge success of last year’s 1st Latin Pet Show, the mega-event for all pet owners, pet lovers and pet professionals is back in Lima in its 2nd edition this August.
Marc Anthony in Lima 2019 – Opus Tour
Marc Anthony, Grammy Award-winning Salsa King, kicks off his new tour Opus on August 17, 2019 in Lima, Peru which he considers his second home.
Date : Saturday, 17 August 2019
18
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Latin Pet Show 2019 in Lima
10:00
After the huge success of last year’s 1st Latin Pet Show, the mega-event for all pet owners, pet lovers and pet professionals is back in Lima in its 2nd edition this August.
Date : Sunday, 18 August 2019
19
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Monday, 19 August 2019
20
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Tuesday, 20 August 2019
21
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Date : Wednesday, 21 August 2019
22
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
Cigarettes After Sex in Lima 2019
20:00
Cigarettes After Sex, an ambient pop collective led by songwriter Greg Gonzalez and based out of Brooklyn, New York, gives a concert in Lima for the first time in August 2019.
Date : Thursday, 22 August 2019
23
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Friday, 23 August 2019
24
Festival del Pan y el Dulce in Lima 2019
The Peruvian Bakers and Pastry Association (Aspan) and the municipality of San Borja invite to the Festival del Pan y el Dulce – the Bread and Sweets Festival – at the end of August in San Borja.
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
WWE Live Lima 2019
20:00
World Wrestling Entertainment fans in Peru pay attention: After the huge success of the 2016 and 2017 WWE Live events, WWE finally returns to Peru in August to present WWE Live Lima 2019.
Date : Saturday, 24 August 2019
25
Festival del Pan y el Dulce in Lima 2019
The Peruvian Bakers and Pastry Association (Aspan) and the municipality of San Borja invite to the Festival del Pan y el Dulce – the Bread and Sweets Festival – at the end of August in San Borja.
Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima
For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019.
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Sunday, 25 August 2019
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ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Monday, 26 August 2019
27
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Tuesday, 27 August 2019
28
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Wednesday, 28 August 2019
29
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Thursday, 29 August 2019
30
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Friday, 30 August 2019
31
ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019
After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019.
Date : Saturday, 31 August 2019

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