Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca Empire, offers a captivating culinary journey through its Peruvian Cooking Experience & Pisco Tasting. This immersive activity invites guests to explore the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Peruvian cuisine, guided by knowledgeable hosts. Beyond the mouthwatering multi-course lunch, participants can also savor the signature pisco sour, a quintessential Peruvian cocktail. With flexible accommodations and a welcoming atmosphere, this experience promises to be a highlight of any Cusco visit.
Key Points
- Offers a hands-on Peruvian cooking class and pisco tasting experience in Cusco, with a maximum of 12 guests per session.
- Includes a multi-course Peruvian lunch featuring ceviche, Andean soup, and quinoa tamale, along with a signature pisco sour.
- Provides private transportation and all gratuities, catering to various dietary preferences and accommodations.
- Highly rated at 4.5 stars, with positive feedback on knowledgeable hosts, delicious food, and engaging hands-on lessons.
- Allows flexible booking options, including a "Reserve Now, Pay Later" option and a generous cancellation policy.
Overview of the Peruvian Cooking Experience
The Peruvian Cooking Experience and Pisco Tasting offers travelers a unique opportunity to enjoy the rich culinary traditions of Peru.
Located in Cusco, the experience provides a hands-on cooking class and pisco tasting for a maximum of 12 guests. Priced from $59 per person, the 4.5-star rated tour includes a multi-course Peruvian lunch featuring dishes like ceviche, Andean soup, and quinoa tamale.
Participants also enjoy a passion fruit pisco sour and private transportation, with all gratuities included.
While some reviews note communication issues, the experience promises an authentic taste of Peruvian cuisine and culture.
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Highlights of the Culinary Menu
Passion fruit pisco sours kick off the Peruvian Cooking Experience, whetting the appetite for the flavorful menu to come.
After the cocktail, guests dive into a selection of ceviches – the classic, the patrimonial, and the Asian fusion variety.
Next, they savor a hearty Andean soup made with dehydrated root vegetables.
The main course features a quinoa and amaranth tamale accompanied by salted veggies.
For dessert, a "Fruit Festival" showcases local fruits in creative recipes like ice cream and caramel sauce.
Throughout the meal, guests have access to all the necessary tools for meal preparation.
Inclusions and What’s Covered
This Peruvian Cooking Experience and Pisco Tasting includes a full lunch with tasting of each dish on the menu.
Participants will enjoy an alcoholic beverage, the signature Pisco Sour.
Indulge in the signature Pisco Sour, the quintessential Peruvian alcoholic beverage, as part of this immersive culinary experience.
Private transportation to and from the meeting point in Cusco’s Plaza de Armas is provided, along with bottled water.
Gratuities are also included, so there are no hidden costs.
The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible and near public transportation.
While some reviews indicate issues with tour availability and communication, the package appears to offer a comprehensive Peruvian culinary and cultural experience.
Meeting Details and Accessibility
Participants meet at Plaza de Armas de Cusco, located at Del Medio 123 in Cusco 08000, Peru.
The experience returns to the same meeting point. The activity is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and it’s near public transportation.
Customers should note that some reviews indicate issues with tour availability and communication.
Customization and Dietary Accommodations
The Peruvian Cooking Experience & Pisco Tasting can be customized to accommodate various dietary restrictions, such as those related to health or religion.
The menu can be tailored to cater to vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free preferences. Guests with specific food allergies or intolerances can also be accommodated.
The experience give you a fulfilling and inclusive culinary journey, ensuring that all participants can fully enjoy the authentic Peruvian flavors.
The experience give you a fulfilling and inclusive culinary journey, ensuring all participants can fully enjoy authentic Peruvian flavors.
This level of customization allows the experience to be accessible to a wide range of travelers, making it an excellent choice for those with special dietary needs.
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Booking and Cancellation Policy
Travelers can reserve their spot for the Peruvian Cooking Experience & Pisco Tasting through an online booking platform, where they’ll have the option to pay immediately or select the "Reserve Now, Pay Later" option.
The experience offers flexible cancellation policies, allowing for free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the event. Additionally:
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Guests can take advantage of the "Reserve Now, Pay Later" option, making it easier to secure their spot.
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The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with transportation to and from the meeting point included.
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Gratuities are covered in the overall price of the experience.
Traveler Insights and Reviews
With the booking and logistics covered, travelers can now look into the experiences and insights shared by past participants.
The Peruvian Cooking Experience & Pisco Tasting boasts an impressive 4.5-star average rating across 15 reviews.
Travelers praise the knowledgeable and friendly hosts, the delicious food, and the fun, hands-on cooking lessons. Some note occasional communication issues regarding tour availability.
Overall, reviewers describe the experience as a highlight of their Cusco visit, providing an immersive introduction to Peruvian cuisine and culture.
The small group size of up to 12 travelers contributes to the intimate, personalized nature of the experience.
The Sum Up
The Peruvian Cooking Experience & Pisco Tasting in Cusco offers a delightful culinary adventure. Guests indulge in a multi-course lunch featuring traditional Peruvian dishes and refreshing pisco sours. With private transportation, flexible cancellation, and knowledgeable hosts, it’s a memorable highlight of a Cusco visit. The experience accommodates various dietary preferences, making it an inclusive and engaging culinary experience.
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