Brother and sister team Christian Castillo-Martinez and Allison Ward hail from Peru but now live in Hertfordshire. They missed the tastes of their childhood so much, they decided to do something about it – and so Rico Picante sauces were born! … Continue reading
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We’ve had some fab entries to our chicken recipe competition this month at Viva Peru, and it hasn’t been easy whittling down the list to our top 3… but here it is! Are you ready to vote? Take a look … Continue reading
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Welcome to the first ever Viva Peru recipe competition! Throughout September, we’re looking for recipes made with CHICKEN. What you do with it’s up to you… roast it, shred it, marinade it, stir fry it… that’s where your creativity comes … Continue reading
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The North East has its first Peruvian pioneers in ‘Anticucho‘, a street food pop-up which is bringing some latin spice to the Boiler Shop Steamer market. They’ve been doing well so far, selling out completely at their first event and … Continue reading
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The world over, the importance and emphasis on gastronomy is booming. Nowhere more so than Peru of course, whose cuisine is experiencing a global renaissance, from the success of up-and-coming Peruvian chefs to an influx of Peruvian restaurants to London. … Continue reading
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Have you heard of Nikkei cuisine? Peru’s waves of immigration have brought many influences with them, and the Japanese who settled in the country are a notable contributor. Dishes such as ‘tiradito’ have much in common with sashimi traditions, and … Continue reading
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Algarrobina is a Peruvian superfood ingredient, and is the syrupy extract of the black carob tree, which is native to Peru. A natural sweetener, it’s rich taste and molasses-like consistency make it a popular topping for fruit salads, and it’s … Continue reading
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My last visit to Peru was back in summer 2013, both starting and ending in the wonderful, vibrant city of Lima. For many tourists, Lima is a necessary stop on the tour, but many simply pass through en route to … Continue reading
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Tomorrow it’s December 1st, and we’re well and truly in deepest winter. As I write this, it’s sunny outside – but I can see my neighbours wrapped up in their scarves and gloves – brrr! It got me thinking about … Continue reading
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Although we’re starting to get some Peruvian restaurants in London, the UK is still very new to Peruvian food. We haven’t got a large Peruvian immigrant population, so it will likely take time to arrive fully – and I daresay … Continue reading
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