Free Foodie Tour Barranco - Peruvian food with no modern twists

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Barranco

  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!

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Barranco

  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!

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  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.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  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.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  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.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  ☕ 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.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  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.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8

  ‍ 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.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Barranco

  ‍♂️ 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.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Bring 3.50 soles for round trip public transportation

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