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Learn to Cook Peru’s Most Popular Dishes in Lima Historic Center, Lima
Join a lively cooking class in Lima Historic Center where you’ll make favorite local flavors yourself-learn the ingredients, step-by-step process, and history behind two cornerstone dishes of Peruvian cuisine, Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena; you’ll cook, taste, and enjoy the music and fun that bring Peruvian gastronomy and culture to life, making it the perfect hands-on food experience to pair with your stay in Lima through Varoom.
About this activity in Lima Historic Center
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Cook two Peruvian classics yourself: Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena, guided step-by-step by culinary professionals.
- Discover the ingredients, techniques and cultural stories behind each dish while you participate in a lively, music-filled class.
- Enjoy a hands-on experience that blends practical cooking skills with tasting - a direct way to connect with local gastronomy.
- Small-group sessions create an interactive, fun atmosphere ideal for food lovers, couples, families and curious travelers.
Important Information
- No prior cooking experience is required - the class is designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
- Bring an appetite and comfortable clothes you don’t mind cooking in; you’ll taste what you prepare during the session.
- Group sizes are kept manageable to maximize hands-on time and interaction with the instructor.
- Full meeting and access details are provided on your booking confirmation; check that information before you travel.
Meeting Point
Meet at the cooking studio in the Lima Historic Center; your booking confirmation lists the exact address and arrival time - please arrive 10 minutes early to check in.
Includes
- You’ll be escorted by a professional guide who knows the history and highlights of Lima Historic Center, helping you make the most of your time here.
- A professional chef is included to lead any food-focused components, so you can enjoy expert preparation and local culinary insight without extra planning.
- Light snacks are provided during the experience to keep you energized while exploring the area.
- All fees and taxes are included in the booking price for straightforward pricing with no unexpected charges at checkout.
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included, so plan to tip your guide or chef directly if you wish to reward exceptional service.
- Items marked “for sale” are not included in the price and must be purchased separately on site.
- Any additional merchandise listed as “for sale” during the activity is excluded from the booked package and requires separate payment.
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making the experience more convenient for families visiting the area.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can reach the meeting point via local buses or transit when exploring this destination.
- This activity is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health-please consider alternative options if you have concerns about physical exertion here.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
This cooking class was the best thing I did during my 6 days in Lima. It was interesting, fun, and useful. I don't think anyone could have done a better job at teaching two beloved Peruvian recipes--causa and lomo saltado--than my teachers: chef Karina and interpreter/assistant Aaron.
After donning my chef's cap and apron we delved into serious food preparation interspersed with interesting personal anecdotes and photo opportunities. We used clay pots and a wok, neither of which I had cooked with before. I also learned about a technique of dry cooking potatoes on the stovetop with herbs.
When the causa appetizer was done we sat down and enjoyed that, then returned to finish up the main dish. Soon after we enjoyed that with a special local beverage.
Karina gave me a small gift emblematic of Peru and after we departed warmly I continued to think about this special evening.
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Summary:
Fantastic experience! Learnt so much and the food was amazing. Good location too, easy to find.
The chef and other guy (can't remember name) were really welcoming and explained things well.
Loved trying the fruit and potatoes too
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Summary:
Still the best cooking class I've taken. The staff were so friendly, helpful, fun, and engaging. The dishes were delicious and I enjoyed the choice of dishes to make. Things that are relatively replicable back home. Would recommend.
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Know more about Lima Historic Center
You will learn how to cook two iconic Peruvian plates-Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena-covering ingredients, cooking process, and the history behind each dish in a hands-on workshop.
Yes - the experience is family- and Group-Friendly, designed as a fun, interactive food-and-drink workshop that works well for families, groups, and people looking for a cultural activity in the historic center.
This workshop is an ideal culinary stop during your day in the historic center, offering a deep dive into local food culture between tours and sightseeing while letting you taste and make traditional dishes yourself.
The class blends practical cooking instruction with background on ingredients and history, giving you an engaging introduction to Peruvian gastronomy and cultural context while you cook, listen to music, and enjoy a lively atmosphere.
Expect a full sensory experience: hands-on cooking instruction with a professional chef and guide, snacks, upbeat music, and a social, entertaining atmosphere that highlights the flavors and stories behind each plate.
You get an authentic, educational hands-on experience focused on two cornerstone dishes of Peruvian cuisine-Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena-taught by professionals in a lively setting that highlights local flavors and culinary traditions.
