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Chifa: Peruvian-Chinese Fusion in Lima
Restaurant Review: Wa Lok
Chinese-Peruvian cuisine is an integral part of Lima’s culinary history. Due to the influx of Chinese immigrants in Peru from the mid 1800s to early 1900s, a unique culinary tradition evolved. Peruvian ingredients were integrated into Chinese cooking, and over the years Chinese influences were incorporated into modern Peruvian cuisine. Remember the classic Peruvian dish, lomo saltado? That was soy sauce in the tasty marinade. For more than a century, Limeans have used the term Chifa to refer to Chinese restaurants, possibly from the Mandarin phrase chi fan, meaning to “eat rice.” With more than 6000 Chifas in Lima alone to choose from, we relied on word of mouth and decided on Wa Lok in the Miraflores district. Read more
Where to Eat Ceviche in Lima, Peru
My Limean Love Affair, in Photos
Peruvians are serious when it comes to ceviche. Attention gringos, rules DO apply! The citrus-cooked seafood is simply not eaten past 2:00PM. The reason? It is no longer considered fresh! With this kind of attitude (cue applause) Lima turns out some truly spectacular ceviche. Read more
Cheap Eats in Lima Peru
Three Super Spots to Curb Your Hunger, Peruvian Style
Though the words “hungry” and “Lima” don’t exactly compute for me, the city is filled with snack shops, cafes and street vendors. All serve up delicious Peruvian fare. For a quick bite with local flavor, check out these spots for some of the best tastes Lima has to offer. Read more
Cuy: Eating Guinea Pig in Peru
FOOD FOR THOUGHT…
Foodieinternational.com has taken a one-week posting hiatus due to a Nicaraguan adventure and a fantastic birthday celebration. Stay tuned in the very, VERY near future for more fabulous foodie reports from around the globe.
In the meantime, I’m going to offer this little gem to pass the time. They say “When in Rome,” but I say “When in Peru,” with respect to the following culinary delicacy. I had the opportunity to visit El Tarwi and sample one of Peru’s more unusual plates, cuy, or guinea pig. Read more
