Yes, Lomo Saltado is a widely popular Peruvian dish, but Arequipa has its own unique culinary treasures you must try. Here’s a list of standout dishes from this region: Rocoto Relleno: A flavorful stuffed rocoto pepper, blanched three times to mellow its heat. It's typically served with baked potatoes and cheese on the side. Ocopa: A delightful appetizer made of boiled, sliced potatoes served at room temperature, topped with a rich peanut sauce. Chupe de Camarones: A hearty shrimp chowder, renowned for its rich flavors and comforting warmth. Soltero de Queso: A refreshing salad featuring fresh cheese and crisp vegetables, perfect for a light yet flavorful bite. Adobo: A savory pork stew, traditionally enjoyed on Sundays. Queso Helado: Despite the name, this is not cheese but a creamy ice cream-an Arequipan specialty!
@@SeanSeesAdventure Awesome. Picanterías are houses run by women with a flag signaling that sell food on picnic tables where landowners and laborers shared tables. The date from the 1600s while the modern concept of a restaurant started in the 1800s. Note that the food is made using ancient techniques like firewood, earth pots and huge mortar and pestle as opposed to a blender. That is why the taste is unique and delicious.
@@adolfobriceno1635 I've seen these picnic tables, but I didn't know what it was. Thanks for the history lesson. But I only have 2 more days in Arequipa, and then I go to Cusco.
Many English people don't know why Peruvians give special attention to Guinea pig..AKA cuy. Let me tell you why. Apart from its taste, it is because of its nutritional value. That's the main reason.
@@johannsteinberg6218 Since the time of the Incas guinea pigs where part of the homestead the same way that chicken had been. After several tens or hundreds of years the cute little animal was adopted as a pet. A few decades ago, people had the opportunity to travel much more and naturally start asking why Peruvians eat guinea pigs? Guinea pigs are more popular from Cusco and Arequipa and not in the coastal regions while Ceviche is more popular along the coastal regions, yet some tourists order trout Ceviche in Cusco or Arequipa.
Yes, Lomo Saltado is a widely popular Peruvian dish, but Arequipa has its own unique culinary treasures you must try. Here’s a list of standout dishes from this region:
Rocoto Relleno: A flavorful stuffed rocoto pepper, blanched three times to mellow its heat. It's typically served with baked potatoes and cheese on the side.
Ocopa: A delightful appetizer made of boiled, sliced potatoes served at room temperature, topped with a rich peanut sauce.
Chupe de Camarones: A hearty shrimp chowder, renowned for its rich flavors and comforting warmth.
Soltero de Queso: A refreshing salad featuring fresh cheese and crisp vegetables, perfect for a light yet flavorful bite.
Adobo: A savory pork stew, traditionally enjoyed on Sundays.
Queso Helado: Despite the name, this is not cheese but a creamy ice cream-an Arequipan specialty!
Thanks. I'll look for these. I've had rocoto relleno a few times, and I just had some adobo today. Very nice. 😃
@@SeanSeesAdventure Awesome. Picanterías are houses run by women with a flag signaling that sell food on picnic tables where landowners and laborers shared tables. The date from the 1600s while the modern concept of a restaurant started in the 1800s. Note that the food is made using ancient techniques like firewood, earth pots and huge mortar and pestle as opposed to a blender. That is why the taste is unique and delicious.
@@adolfobriceno1635 I've seen these picnic tables, but I didn't know what it was. Thanks for the history lesson. But I only have 2 more days in Arequipa, and then I go to Cusco.
Never been on a Arequipa restaurant, but I got one nearby, here in Lima. I will try it on finally.
@@johannsteinberg6218 There was an old restaurant in Lima called El Rocoto that specialized in food from Arequipa. I don't know if it still exists.
Many English people don't know why Peruvians give special attention to Guinea pig..AKA cuy.
Let me tell you why.
Apart from its taste, it is because of its nutritional value. That's the main reason.
@@johannsteinberg6218 Since the time of the Incas guinea pigs where part of the homestead the same way that chicken had been. After several tens or hundreds of years the cute little animal was adopted as a pet. A few decades ago, people had the opportunity to travel much more and naturally start asking why Peruvians eat guinea pigs? Guinea pigs are more popular from Cusco and Arequipa and not in the coastal regions while Ceviche is more popular along the coastal regions, yet some tourists order trout Ceviche in Cusco or Arequipa.
It tastes good, but not much meat. Maybe I'll try it again.