Lima is one of the world’s great foodie destinations – take a tour to find out the history and secrets of Peru’s cuisine.
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Here’s a little-known fact. Peru, the western South American country known for its rich cultural history and the ancient city of Machu Picchu, has also been named the World’s Leading Culinary Destination in the World Travel Awards not once, but four times. Famed for its exotic cuisine, from anticuchos to ceviche, Peru was also named by National Geographic as one of the best gastronomic destinations in the world too. So what is all the fuss about? Take a food tour in Lima to find out.
Lima: Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour
This is one of Lima’s best-rated tours and a great way to get to grips with the flavours of the city over the space of four hours. You’ll be hitting the artsy, trendy district of Barranco to try local delicacies from a range of small independent restaurants and local shops. It’s advised to start the tour with an empty stomach. The 14 different local flavours, including fruits, savoury dishes such as ceviche and the Peruvian stir fry lomo saltado, as well as drinks, make up a full meal – you won’t be leaving hungry. The local guide has some great stories to tell about the food and the places you eat too. From €89.69.
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Lima’s Food Tour through Local Markets & Barranco Visit
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Peru has colourful, buzzing markets dotted around the city and this tour helps you get into the heart of the action. It’s 3.5 hours long and heads to a number of different locations across the city. On the way you’ll learn about the local food culture and taste ceviche, arroz con mariscos and causa rellena, as well as trying traditional drinks. The first stop is Surquillo Market, specializing in fresh and organic produce, before heading to the fish market in Chorrillos District and ending the tour at Barranco District where you will learn about the coolest neighbourhood in Lima. Food tasting is included as well as transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. From €55.87.
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Lima Gourmet Food Tour: Evening Experience
For a taste of Lima’s more cutting-edge contemporary cuisine, this tour takes some beating. The tour is five hours long and gets plenty of five star ratings from happy customers – it’s extremely well organised and a great experience. Make sure you dress to impress as you’ll be enjoying cocktails at a buzzing beachfront bar, fine dining at a restaurant inside a 2,500-year-old archaeological complex, and walking it all off with a tour on foot of the bohemian Barranco district en route to dessert. Food, drinks, and transportation are all included in the price. From €137.90.
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Lima: Miraflores Trending Flavors Half-Day Walking Tour
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This is a much-loved walking tour in Lima, heading to the district of Miraflores, one of the smartest destinations in the city. The excursion prides itself on taking you to places that only locals know, picking up a Peruvian coffee on the way and trying chicharones, a traditional pork sandwich, at a small eatery. Then it’s time to discover the city’s sweet side with a visit to a popular Lima bakery. Finally you’ll visit a local market and, if you still have room, finish off with ceviche at Maraparte, a famous restaurant in the city. From €46.71.
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Lima Market Food Tour – Taste 9 Popular Peruvian Snacks
Lima is a famed for its street food and markets – it’s the kind of place you can easily grab something delicious on the go. To get started with the traditional fast food of Lima, this small group tour (maximum 10 people) heads first to China Town to discover the culture and cuisine brought to Peru by Chinese immigrants. Then it’s off to Mercado Central (Central Market), to learn about the ingredients used in Peruvian cooking, as well as stops at Hueco Market and the Muninet Parque La Muralla. It’s a friendly and fun way to get familiar with the snacks of Peru. From €33.29.
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