People eat guinea pig in Peru?! Yes, the rumors are true. When you visit Cusco, you’ll get the chance to try this classic food for yourself. Not that adventurous? Don’t worry, because there are a ton of other decadent traditional Peruvian meals for you to try as well.
The traditional food of Peru has been calling the world’s attention for the past few years now- It’s no secret how popular ceviche has become. But if you’re heading for Cusco and Machu Picchu, you’re not going to find the same seafood dishes you may have heard of from abroad. You’ll find something potentially better. The rich, smoky dishes of the highlands offer a whole other side of Peru’s incredible cuisine just waiting to be discovered. Full of hearty meats, hundreds of varieties of potatoes and vegetables and herbs used since the Incas began eating them, this is your starter’s guide to everything you should eat in Cusco! Prepare your palates…
