Peruvian Cooking Experience

Peru has earned its place as one of the world’s top culinary destinations—and this immersive cooking activity in Lima is your chance to taste, cook, and understand why. A small-group Peruvian cooking class, for anyone who wants to understand the food rather than only eat it.

With a local chef, you make two dishes: Causa Rellena and Lomo Saltado. Each plate tells a story of heritage, fusion, and flavor. Causa Rellena, a beautiful layered dish made with yellow chili-infused mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, and quinoa, offers a taste of Peru’s Andean roots. Then comes the hearty and flavorful Lomo Saltado, a classic stir-fry of marinated beef, onions, and tomatoes, served with rice and crispy fries. This dish perfectly represents the blend of Peruvian and Asian influences that define modern Peruvian food.

As you cook, you’ll learn about the ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural significance of these dishes, turning this into more than just a meal, it’s a journey through Peru’s culinary soul. To complete the experience, you’ll also try Chicha Morada, a refreshing traditional drink made from native purple corn, pineapple, cinnamon, and cloves. It’s the perfect complement to your cooking adventure.

It works as a first introduction to cooking Peruvian food. Join a small group of fellow travelers, meet new people, and leave with the skills and flavors to recreate Peru’s magic in your own kitchen.

1. Step 1

   Causa Rellena (Starter)

   • Enjoy delicately layered mashed potatoes seasoned with Peruvian yellow chili and fresh lemon, accompanied by vegetables and quinoa that reflect the richness of Andean cuisine.
2. Step 2

   Lomo Saltado (Main Course)

   • Savor tender strips of beef sautéed with onions and tomatoes in a flavorful soy and vinegar sauce, served with fluffy rice and crispy French fries.
3. Step 3

   Chicha Morada (Traditional Drink)

   • Taste a refreshing beverage made from purple corn, blended with pineapple, lemon, cinnamon, and cloves, deeply rooted in Peru’s culinary tradition.