Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima

Summary Description

The cooking portion of the experience will last for about 1-2 hours and is a wonderful opportunity to experience Peru from a local's point of view. Cinthia is very eager to share her Peruvian culture through its food history and this private Peruvian culinary adventure will be an experience you'll cherish long after you've left this wonderful country!

Cinthia is an English translator by profession and the one thing she enjoys most about her job is getting to know people from different cultures. She learned to cook at home from her family, who will also join you during your experience. Cinthia’s cousin is actually a professional chef and will join her whenever she is available - it is a delight to watch her in the kitchen, demonstrating her cooking skills! One of the best things about the experience with Cinthia is that it is a family affair and her extended family joins in the merriment! 

Cinthia lives in a beautiful, luxurious house in a gated community, not too far away from the main tourist area that is easily accessible by taxi or Uber. After you enjoy a welcome drink and chat with the family you will begin your cooking adventure. You'll have the opportunity to try authentic dishes that locals eat on a daily basis. A few dishes that you might try are lomo saltado (a popular, traditional Peruvian dish of stir-fried marinated strips of sirloin with onions, tomatoes, french fries, typically served with rice), causa rellena (a layered potato and chicken dish) and lucuma caramel (caramel pudding).

Description

You will meet your host Cinthia at her home and drive to the Mercado El Eden market together. The market is bright, colorful and bustling with activity. Cinthia will introduce you to seasonal Peruvian ingredients, some of which will be very new to you. She will teach you all about these local ingredients and how they are used in Peruvian cuisine. You will also learn about the history behind the country's diverse cooking styles as you pick up a few ingredients you will learn to cook with later.

After the market tour, you will join Cinthia and a few other family members in her large, open kitchen that is perfect for a hands-on cooking class! Discover traditional Peruvian culture and cuisine as you learn to prepare an authentic Peruvian meal with this local and her family. You will learn to prepare two Peruvian dishes from scratch that you will later share at the family's dining table.

Included / Excluded
  • Private market tour and cooking class with your host Cinthia
  • homecooked meal
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Non - alcoholic beverages
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Additional Information

Not wheelchair accessible
Menu may vary depending on the season
If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Private, personalized experience
Please note, this is not a commercial cooking class, rather this experience is a visit into a Lima home to meet a local who is an expert cook, and share Peruvian culture and cuisine together.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

FAQ

Which company provides Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima?

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Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima is hosted by Traveling Spoon. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much time do I need for Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima?

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On average, this experience will take approximately 4h.

How much is Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima?

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Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima price starts from $118.98.

What is the Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima cancellation policy?

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Private Peruvian Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Local Family in Lima cancellation policy: If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 0 percent cancellation fee.

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Traveling Spoon

About operator:

Traveling Spoon provides travelers with private, authentic food experiences, from homemade meals to cooking classes and market tours, with local hosts in their homes.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 4 hours
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