Local Market in Surquillo:
Start your adventure at the colourful Surquillo Market, a vibrant and welcoming place. Here, you will have the opportunity to taste exotic fruits from various regions of Peru, including the coast, the jungle, and the Andes. One of the most iconic dishes you will try will be ceviche, but this time, you will enjoy a special version: “ceviche con cushuro,” made with cushuro, a seaweed from the Andean lakes that is considered an ancient delicacy. Another must-try is “Causa Rellena,” a delicious dish made from mashed yellow potatoes, stuffed with vegetables and shredded chicken. The market also offers options for all tastes, from meat and seafood to vegan and vegetarian dishes, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the local culinary experience.
Local Market in Surco:
We continue our culinary journey at the Santiago de Surco Market, a traditional venue with a history dating back to the colonial era. This market is famous for its jungle dishes, such as “Juanes de Pollo” and “Chaufa de Cecina,” prepared with fresh, organic ingredients from the Peruvian Amazon. This is an excellent opportunity to savour authentic jungle cuisine while learning about the stories and traditions behind each dish.
Viñedo Ugarelli:
We'll end the tour with a visit to the historic Viña Ugarelli vineyard, located in Surco. This vineyard is renowned for keeping Peruvian traditions alive, having celebrated the Vendimia Grape Harvest Festival since 1938. Here, you can learn about the production process of young dry, semi-dry, and sweet wines, as well as the production of Pisco and macerated wines, a true gem of Peruvian viticulture.
This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and cuisine – a unique experience not to be missed!
