Andean Kitchens
A walk through Cusco's markets, kitchens and centuries of Andean cooking. Taste ceviche, chaufa, cuy, tamales and picarones along the way.
Hosted by one of our Cusco tastemakers
Experience hosted by Cristina, Nataly & other local tastemaker guides
What you can expect
Cusco food tour - Most visit the timeless city of Cusco to explore the Incan history. But beyond the Inca stonework and old Spanish balconies, lies one of Peru's best culinary cities. The scent of charcoal, corn, and slow-cooked pork drifts through streets that have been feeding people for centuries. This is a city where empires overlap, and nowhere is that more obvious than on the plate.
The essentials
Destination
Cusco, Peru
Duration
3.5-4 hours
Tastings
15+ tastings
Language
English
Days of the week
Mon–Sat
Group size
Small group up to 8 guests
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Transport
Walking tour
Included
- More tastings than any other Cusco food tour
- Smallest group size in Cusco
- Led by Cusco tastemaker guides
- Bottled water and other drinks included
Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
Field archive
Route notes
Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.
The morning begins where many Cusqueños still shop. Step inside Mercado de Wanchaq and you'll find the real pantry of Cusco. Stalls are piled high with native produce, fresh cheeses and ingredients that have fed the Andes for generations.
Tastemaker’s notes
“Start the tour strong at one of Cusco's most cherished markets.”
Taste seasonal fruits from the Amazon rainforest to the high Andes.
You’ll try
Seaonal frutas
Tastemaker’s notes
“Many of these fruits never make it beyond Peru's markets.”
A roaring wok kisses beef with smoke before onions, tomatoes and soy come together in one of Peru's greatest culinary crossovers. Tucked inside a soft torta roll, it's messy, savoury and impossible to put down.
You’ll try
Stir-fried lomo saltado
Tastemaker’s notes
“Without Chinese immigration, there would be no lomo saltado.”
Fresh coca leaves have fuelled life in the Andes for centuries. Learn their story before trying them the traditional way.
You’ll try
Coca leaves
Tastemaker’s notes
“Many locals still carry coca leaves wherever they go.”
Field notes
Included
More tastings than any other Cusco food tour, Smallest group size in Cusco, Led by Cusco tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.
Not included
Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.
Meeting point
Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.
Good to know
Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Dietary honesty
Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.
Cancellation
Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.
Meet your tastemakers
Cristina
Cristina Y
Cristina is the new head guide in Cusco. She'll be helping you along with the rest of the team to capture the stops in the city.
Meeting point
Where the tour starts — and where it ends up.
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Eat Cusco with us.
An evening of charcoal smoke, family recipes and the stories behind them. From US$65 per guest.