Daniel Chavez chef-owner of Canchita Peruvian Cuisine in Singapore takes us to his favourite dining spots in Peru
Central has just been named World’s Best Restaurant 2023. Helmed by married chefs Virgilio Martinez and Pia Leon, their restaurant, located in the Barranco District, serves up tantalising Peruvian cuisine. On top of Central, Peru’s Maido has also been ranked number six on the prestigious list.
From this year’s rankings, it’s clear that Peru is making waves in the culinary world with no plans on stopping anytime soon.
When it comes to food, Peru has so much to offer. Apart from fine dining restaurants, Peru also has a range of swanky bars and mouthwatering street food.
What better way to explore Peru’s vibrant gastronomic scene than through a local’s eyes, right? Below, local Peruvian and chef-owner of Singapore’s Canchita Peruvian Cuisine, Daniel Chavez, shares his favourite spots to visit for food and drinks.
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Dig into Peruvian seafood fare at La Picanteria
Seafood fans can head to La Picanteria for a taste of fresh seafood dishes. Standouts include Ceviches (thinly sliced fish and shellfish), Tiraditos (raw fish slices glazed in a spicy sauce) and Sudados (Colombian-style stew). Chavez shares that the best way to savour these dishes is with an “ice cold beer”.