Free Foodie Tour Barranco Peruvian food with No Modern Twists

We’ll kick things off at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC Barranco) — a peaceful, leafy spot that sets the vibe for what’s to come. Here, we’ll break the ice, give you the lowdown on the tour, and explain what makes this experience so different from any typical tourist walk.

Bonus Moment: We’ll launch our first drone flight here to start capturing your journey from above — so smile, you’re about to become the star of your own travel video!

Stop 2: Emoliente – Sip an Ancestral Elixir

Time to drink like the locals — and the ancestors! At this stop, we’ll try emoliente, a traditional Peruvian herbal drink packed with natural ingredients from the Andes and Amazon. It’s warm, healing, and made with a blend of herbs that showcase the incredible biodiversity of Peru.

Not just a drink — it’s a potion passed down from Inca times, believed to cure everything from a cold to heartbreak.

Let’s toast to your health — Peruvian style!

Stop 3: Traditional Peruvian Breakfast in Old Santiago de Surco

We’ll head into the oldest part of Barranco, the historic Santiago de Surco district, to enjoy a classic Peruvian breakfast at a beloved local joint — the kind of place only locals know about.

On the menu:

Chicharrón – crispy, deep-fried pork

Camote frito – golden sweet potato slices

Salsa criolla – a zesty onion and lime topping

Tamal – soft, savory corn dough filled with seasoned meat

Freshly brewed Peruvian coffee and toasted bread to round it out

✨ It’s a full-on feast, just like Sundays at grandma’s house — bold, comforting, and unforgettable.

Stop 4: Chinese-Peruvian Flavors at a True Cantonese Chifa

Next, we visit an exclusive, family-run Chifa where the owners — straight from Canton — have brought authentic recipes to life in Lima.

While enjoying classic Chinese-Peruvian dishes, we’ll dive into a quick slideshow talk on how Peru’s cuisine became a rich fusion of Asian, African, European, and Indigenous influences.

✨ A crash course in culinary history — served with soy sauce and soul.

Stop 5: Huatia Surcana – A Hidden Local Treasure

This is Surco’s pride — the legendary Huatia Surcana, a dish you won’t find anywhere else in Peru. Earth-cooked, old-school, and deeply rooted in the neighborhood’s history, it’s a true culinary time capsule.

Slow-cooked meat, native herbs, and smoky flavor — straight from the soil to your soul.

✨ Want more? Other traditional dishes are available, but this is the one locals line up for.

☕ Stop 6. Optional stop: Coffee Break at a Historic Café

For those who want to slow down, we’ll stop at an old-school coffee shop packed with history from Santiago de Surco’s past — a place where stories linger as long as the aroma.

The coffee? Sourced straight from the Peruvian jungle, rich, bold, and proudly local.

✨ A perfect pause to sip, reflect, and soak in the heritage.

Stop 7: Local Market Adventure – Shop Like a Local

Time to dive into the real everyday Peru! We’ll visit a traditional local market, bustling with color, sounds, and the smell of fresh herbs and ripe fruit.

Mingle with locals buying ingredients for lunch, and pick out your own products — veggies, meats, spices — at local prices, just like a true vecino.

✨ What you buy is what you’ll cook — freedom, freshness, and full-on flavor.

‍ Stop 8: Secret Kitchen Cooking Class

We’ll finish in a hidden kitchen, where you’ll become the chef. Guided by local experts, you’ll learn to cook two iconic Peruvian dishes and shake up your own Pisco Sour like a pro.

️ Then it’s time to get creative — in our experimental sauce lab, you’ll mix native ingredients to craft your very own Peruvian sauce… and yes, you even get to name it after yourself.

✨ A flavorful, hands-on finale to a day packed with culture, taste, and fun.

‍♂️ Return to Barranco & Farewell

After a day full of flavors and unforgettable moments, your guide will escort you back to Barranco.

This is the perfect moment to share your thoughts, ask final questions, and if you enjoyed the experience, tip your guide as a gesture of appreciation. (140 - 150 is what normally guests tip for this service)

We’ll part ways with full stomachs, new skills, and memories you’ll carry long after the tour ends.