My first encounter with comida Peruana was over 20 years ago, thanks to my wife's Peruvian family. Their cooking was a study in juxtaposition: hot and cold, acidic and starchy, robust and delicate.

coast of lima, peru. it doesn’t get any fresher than this. it’s a family affair. artisanal fishermen jesus santos, celina virgo is delivering the starring ingredient of peru’s national dish ...

A guinea pig dish is ready to be served to a customer at a restaurant in Lima, Peru, Oct. 3, 2024. Guinea pigs, locally known as 'cuy,' have been traditionally raised for meat consumption since ...

A guinea pig dish is ready to be served to a customer at a ... Peru, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. Peruvian guinea pigs, locally known as 'cuy,' have been traditionally raised for meat consumption ...

Cuy. There’s no way to sugarcoat it. ... The yellow aji pepper lends its color—a hue similar to Tweety Bird’s—as well as its mild kick to several Peruvian dishes.