Daily Market & Food History: Foodie Tour Around Three of Lima's Most Representative Markets

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Discover with us the magic of Peruvian gastronomy through its history and traditions. Enjoy an afternoon full of flavours visiting the most important local places of our culinary art. Perfect for lovers of new experiences and new flavors!

We will begin our adventure in this colorful and friendly local market in Surquillo District. Be ready to taste different kinds of exotics fruits, coming from different parts of the country like the coast, the rain forest, and the Andes. Of course, we won't abandon this local market without trying the most representative dish of Lima called "ceviche".

After tasting different samples of food in the earlier market now we arrive at Santigo de Surco Market, it was very well-known by locals and visitors since the colonial days till now. Its reputation is well known among people that have a great interest in rainforest food and fresh exotic fruit juices.

Finally, we arrive at this bohemian cheerful and colorful neighborhood where we will visit one of the most popular restaurants called "Javier" and try the most typical dessert of lima "Picarones" made of sweet potatoes flour, anise seeds, squash, etc. don't forget to take a camera with you!

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Live a complete culinary experience with our best Peruvian gastronomy and the most delicious dishes from the coast, andes and jungle! We will visit quaint, hip local Latino environments, non-touristy neighborhoods, colorful streets, and safe street food. Come and delight your palate with the most amazing flavors of Peruvian food!

Local market in SURQUILLO: We will begin our adventure in this colorful and friendly local market in Surquillo District. We will taste the most representative dish of Lima called “Ceviche”. But this time, you will have a unique version of ceviche called “Ceviche with Cushuro”. Also, we will taste a delicious “Causa Rellena” which is made with yellow smash potatoes and fill up with vegetables and shredded chicken.

Local Market in Surco: Its reputation is well-known among people that have a great interest in rainforest food and fresh exotic fruit juices. So, this will be a good opportunity to try a delicious “Juanes de Pollo” or “Chaufa de Cecina” typical dishes from the forest prepared with authentic and organic ingredients from the Amazon.

Vineyard Ugarelli: The Ugarelli vineyard, located in Surco, is dedicated to the production of young dry, semi-dry and sweet wines.

Schedule

• 2:00 pm: Meeting and heading to the first local market (Surquillo)
• 3:00 pm: Heading to the second local market (Surco)
• 4:00 pm: Heading to a traditional  local winery (Surco)
• 5:30 pm: End of the tour