Looking for places to eat in Lima? Don't overlook your breakfast options. Artisanal bakeries, like Pan de la Chola, have been creating plenty of buzz among visitors and locals alike so it's refreshing to see more boutique-style bakeries open up around the city.
One of the newest players to satisfy Limeño carb cravings is La Panetteria in Barranco. While they only have five or six tables, it's still under the radar so you can beat the crowds that are flocking to some of the other more high-profile spots. There are a number of options that cater to all tastes: those with a bit of sweet tooth (think chocolate filled croissants), health nuts (avocados filled with fresh tomatoes, parsely and sprouts), as well as traditionalists who want their coffee, toast and juice while they skim over the morning headlines. Definitely worth venturing outside of Miraflores! Location: Avenida Grau 369, Barranco Lima, Peru T: (01) 4698260
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Tourism in Lima is to receive an extra boost for the fourth year in a row thanks to the fantastic quality of its food. The prestigious World Travel Awards voted Peru, again, as the Best Culinary Destination in the World. Peru has been awarded this top spot for four consecutive years, beating well established foodie destinations such as Italy, France, China, Thailand and the United States. The recognition consolidates Peru as the hottest foodie destination. Three of the top restaurants in the world are based in Lima, including Central, which this year was voted as the best restaurant in the Americas and number four in the world. The emergence of Peru as a major destination for food lovers who are curious to find out what all the fuss is about means that Lima is no longer a layover destination, but an attractive destination of its own merit. The number of visitors to Lima has steadily increased over the last few years and nobody can deny that food is playing a major role. We've done our homework for you and scoured the world's best restaurant lists to bring you the top restaurants that are based in Peru. The World's 50 Best Restaurants - San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna #4 - Central Head Chef: Virgilio Martínez & Pía León Calle Santa Isabel 376, Miraflores, Lima +51 1 242 8515 http://centralrestaurante.com.pe/ #14 - Astrid y Gastón Head Chef: Diego Muñoz Av. Paz Soldán 290, San Isidro, Lima 27 +511 442 2775 http://www.astridygaston.com/ #44 - Maido Now let's get region-specific and look at the best restaurants in Latin America for 2015. #1 - Central #3 - Astrid y Gastón #5 - Maido #12 - La Mar Head Chef: Andrés Rodríguez Av. La Mar 770, Miraflores, Lima +51 1 421 3365 http://www.lamarcebicheria.com/lima/ #20 - Malabar Head Chef: Pedro Miguel Schiaffino Camino Real 101, San Isidro, Lima +51 1 440 5200 http://www.malabar.com.pe/ #31 - Fiesta Head Chef: Virgina Najarro Gamboa Av. Reducto 1278 Miraflores, Lima +51 1 242 9009 http://www.restaurantfiestagourmet.com/ #34 - Osso Carnicería y Salumería #36 - La Picantería Head Chef: Héctor Solís Francisco Moreno 388, Surquillo, Lima +51 1 241 6676 http://www.picanteriasdelperu.com/ #50 - Rafael Head Chef: Ricardo Martins Calle San Martín 300, Miraflores, Lima +51 1 242 4149 http://www.rafaelosterling.pe/ With nine delicious options, you should be set to have a delectable experience in Lima, Peru.
Restaurants in Lima, Peru are now in the thousands, many offering any number of traditional Peruvian dishes. Even as a first time visitor, you may be familiar with many dishes, such as cebiche, lomo saltado or anticuchos. With this list, we propose that you step off the beaten path and away from classic picks, instead treating your taste buds to dynamic combinations of local flavors. If you are looking to make the most of your time, you can check out our Lima food tours and we'll guide you in the right direction. 1. Pollo Canga
2. Cebiche Nikkei
3. Milanesa a tu gusto
4. Rocoto Relleno de Mariscos
5. BLT Charapita
What to buy in Peru is a topic that comes up frequently with our guests during Lima food tours. It's important to pick out unique keepsakes, souvenirs and gifts that represent the local styles and flavors so that the essence of the trip lives on. Besides a lovely bottle of Pisco or the token chullo (Andean stocking cap) and pan pipes, we offer you five options that are sure to bring back memories of an unforgettable trip to Peru. 1. Silver Jewelry and Accesories
2. Pink Salt
3. Baby Alpaca
4. Organic coffee
5. Hot Sauce
Tourism in Lima wouldn’t be complete without a few tips on what to try while in the city. The microbrewing trend in Peru has recently taken off and there are some contenders that are giving the big players a run for their money. From brews that make use of more original ingredients, like the rocoto pepper or quinua, to your more traditional IPAs and lagers, there’s something for everyone looking to take a break from the pisco sour. Here are some of our favorites, as well as a few places where you can try them. Peruvian craft beers
Where to try them
No one can deny that among the top things to do in Lima, if not the top, is to eat! Lima, after all, is home to three of the top 50 restaurants in the world. Can you enjoy top quality food in Lima without breaking the bank? Here at The Lima Gourmet Company we give you a few options, some traditional and some gourmet, for under 10 dollars.
Although officially in autumn still, this week in Lima, Peru, started out grey and reminded us that winter is around the corner. That is not necessarily a bad thing! The restaurant scene in Lima gets even busier as the locals no longer spend their weekends at the beach resort in the south. It is time to catch up with family and friends over a nice meal, and during a cold winter day (well, it is all relative since winter in Lima is low 60s), there is nothing better than a nice chupe de camarones, or shrimp soup! This famous dish from the city of Arequipa is a creamy chowder, that packs enough spice to warm you up on a cool day. What are the top restaurants in Lima where you should try it? Most cebicherias serve this wonderful soup, but we have a few recommendations for you:
EL RINCONCITO DE TIABAYA Founded back in the 50s, this traditional picantería is part of the history of traditional food from Arequipa in Lima. Don’t expect anything fancy, just outstanding food. Where? Jr. San Miguel 962, Surquillo. FRANCESCO RESTAURANT Although this restaurant is famous for the Peruvian-Italian fusion, their Chupe de Camarones is one of the best in the city. It isn’t cheap, but the quality of the products and taste make it well worth it. Where? Malecón de la Marina 526, Santa Cruz, Miraflores. EL ROCOTO Arequipan food is one of the tastiest in all of Peru and this restaurant specializes exclusively in this type of cuisine. There's no wondering why it made our short list. While there, also try the Rocoto Relleno! Where? Av. Aviación 4907, Surco Av. Federico Villarreal 360, Miraflores An excellent restaurant in Miraflores, Lima: ambiance, chill music, cocktails and spectacular food - Matria has it all. This hidden gem in Miraflores serves dishes elaborated with local products that are combined to highlight an array of delicate flavors. The name, Matria, comes from Madre Tierra, or Mother Earth, which reflects the vision of chef Arlette Eulert to nurture the connection between the gourmet dishes served and the origin of the ingredients.
The design is cozy and incredibly inviting and the service was impeccable. Many items on the menu boast a unique fusion of local, Peruvian ingredients with Indian spices. One of the best plates we ordered were the scallops dressed with yellow curry and crunchy quinoa (pictured top left). The flavors and textures complemented each other perfectly. Another favorite were the seared salmon slices with avocado and jalapeño (pictured bottom left). Matria was a wonderful surpise, and the consensus among the group was that the variety of dishes and combinations were so expertly executed that it's worth ordering many dishes to share - and don't forget the dessert, as you surely won't be disappointed. If you're looking for an experience that will take you to several of the best restaurants in Lima in just one day, check out our Lima Day Tour or our Lima Night Tour. |
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Your Lima Travel GuidesThings to do in Lima that make people fall in love with the city - that's precisely what we're after. We're Lucas and Sam, a Peruvian-American couple who have run the top tour in Lima for the past 10 years. It’s no coincidence that the best activities in Lima have to do with Peru’s amazing cuisine. This Kansas City girl and Lima native have lived all over the world in their corporate past lives but they traded in the daily grind for sharing their love of good food, showing off the city’s secrets and meeting awesome people along the way.
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