Duration
1 Day
Accommodation
No Accommodation
Difficulty
Fácil
Altitude
3400 m.s.n.m
Tour Type
Culinary
Tour Description
Discover why Peruvian cuisine has captivated the world through an interactive 5-hour experience. Guided by a professional chef, you’ll explore a traditional market in Cusco to handpick fresh local ingredients before learning to prepare iconic Peruvian dishes in a welcoming cooking space designed to connect you with the roots, flavors, and culinary traditions of Peru.
Day 1
Cusco Food Tour & Cooking Class
- Exploring the Local Market We begin the day by immersing ourselves in the heart of a vibrant traditional market in Cusco. Alongside our chef, you’ll discover an impressive variety of native potatoes, chili peppers, aromatic herbs, and exotic fruits that make Peruvian cuisine so unique, while learning about their history and importance in the Andean diet.
- Interactive Cooking Workshop We then move to our private, fully equipped kitchen. Here, the chef will guide you step by step, sharing traditional techniques, seasoning secrets, and the stories behind each dish. You’ll take part in preparing authentic Peruvian dishes as the main protagonist of the experience.
- Dining and Shared Experience The experience concludes around the table. You will enjoy a remarkable lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you helped prepare, sharing an unforgettable moment in the warm hospitality of Cusco.
¿Qué incluye?
- Transportation: Private round-trip transfers.
- Expert Guide: Professional local chef leading the experience.
- Equipment: Fully equipped kitchen, individual cooking stations, and dining service.
- Meals: Full lunch or dinner featuring the dishes prepared during the class.
- Cultural Experience: Guided visit to a traditional local market to select fresh ingredients for the cooking class.
No incluye
- Tips for the staff (optional).
- Additional beverages or services not specified in the program.
- We recommend bringing a small notebook or using your phone to jot down the chef’s cooking tips and recipes.
- Wear comfortable clothing and, most importantly, come ready to have fun and discover exciting new flavors!
Why choose PIT Expeditions?
- 100% licensed local tour operator
- Safe and well-organized tours
- Personalized attention and expert guides
- We promote responsible tourism
Let’s design your adventure together
We’re here to help you plan the trip of your dreams.
Write to us
reservas@pitexpeditions.com
+51 952 362 184 / +51 974 675 146 / +51 984 613 448
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