Arequipa : Food Tour and History (3 Restaurants and Market)
Description
Discover the soul of the white city through the palate in a unique and exclusive experience.Alonso is a passionate gastronomic historian, with which you will discover the emblematic San Camilo market, but offers a great tour through the 3 most iconic restaurants in the city center, selected for their elegance. It is the perfect blend between the majesty of the ashlar and the best kept secrets of Arequipeña cuisine.
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Located in the heart of the city, this is where the history of the ingredients originating in PERU such as potato chuño and ajies begins.
Considered one of the summits of the mestizo baroque in Latin America, Formerly part of the Jesuit convent, today combines the majesty of the colonial and modern architecture of Arequipa.
Jesuit Church carved with floral motifs and mythological figures with mixed-race baroque style.
Surrounded by its iconic white ashlar portals and imposing cathedral, this space has been a meeting point since 1540.
Here we will discover the importance of the volcanic ashlar in World Heritage architecture and reveal the secrets that hide the portals and the Tuturutu pool, placing Arequipa cuisine in its real historical context.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Report any food allergies (seafood gluten nuts)
Reviews(4)
Alonso was absolutely amazing, happy guy who is very enthusiastic. Loves to tell you about the food and city he loves! Would absolut recommend: 10 out 10! Ps. We were so full, did not need dinner 😆
Alonso is a friendly, knowledgeable guide who knows the history of every single dish and shares it with great enthusiasm. We learned about the history of pisco, and I was fascinated by the Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine, which is as much a part of the tour as traditional dishes from Arequipa. We were full and satisfied! Worth every penny ☺️
Alonso is a fantastic Guide! During our tour he showed the best places in the city, and in the process he tells the most beautiful stories that are genuinely interesting. Besides the information about the city, it was also about the food, and that was really fantastic! The Peruvian flavours melt together in your mouth to create a real taste explosion, and a delicious Pisco sour. The beauty of Alonso is his passion for the Pisco and the food, so he has a beautiful story with every dish. In short, really worth it
We did this gastronomic tour in Arequipa as a family and it was a wonderful experience, largely thanks to our guide. From the first moment he was close, patient and very knowledgeable, explaining each dish and each story with passion and clarity. You could see that he loves what he does and enjoys sharing the culture of Arequipa, even adapting to the rhythm of going with children, which is greatly appreciated. We tasted delicious food, learned a lot and felt accompanied all the time. I highly recommend this tour, especially for the human and professional quality of the guide. It makes all the difference!
