Authentic Ceviche and Pisco Sour Cooking Class in Lima Peru

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Authentic Ceviche and Pisco Sour Cooking Class in Lima Peru

Price:

USD $39

Duration:

1 hr

Start Times:

Short description:

Learn to prepare an Authentic Ceviche with fresh fish and local ingredients alongside a professional instructor. You will also mix a delicious Pisco Sour, Peru’s national drink.

Long description:

We are now one of the top rated Cooking Experiences in Peru! This is the light version in our culinary option (Ceviche + Pisco Sour), and you might want to also consider our other cooking experiences, which include the 4 course FULL meal + fruit tasting and the 2 course Ceviche + Causa + Pisco Sour Experience.

Welcome to the heart of Peruvian cuisine — Lima, a city where the Pacific Ocean kisses the coast, local markets burst with vibrant produce, and the soul of a nation lives in its food. Join us for a hands-on culinary experience unlike any other: a cooking class that invites you to prepare Peru’s most iconic dishes — traditional ceviche and the world-famous pisco sour — under the expert guidance of a professional Peruvian chef.

This immersive cooking class blends gastronomy, culture, and storytelling, giving you an intimate taste of the culinary traditions that define Peruvian identity. Whether you’re a curious traveler, an aspiring home cook, or a devoted foodie, this experience promises not only a meal but a deep connection to one of the most celebrated culinary cultures in the world.

Under your chef’s guidance, you’ll learn how to:

Select and prep the fish: Understand why only certain types of firm white fish are ideal for ceviche and how to properly clean and dice them.
Balance acidity: Master the art of the perfect lime squeeze — not too much, not too little — and learn why Peruvian limes are key.
Make leche de tigre: This citrus-based marinade is the soul of ceviche. You’ll be shown how to build a robust leche de tigre from scratch using lime juice, fish juice, garlic, ginger, aji limo, and a hint of cilantro.
Assemble the dish: Combine the elements with traditional accompaniments — sweet potato, cancha (toasted corn), choclo (large corn kernels), and red onion.
Presentation: Plate your ceviche beautifully, in a way that honors its importance as both a daily meal and a festive celebration dish.

Crafting the Perfect Pisco Sour: This is no ordinary mixed drink — it’s a symbol of national pride, a concoction that balances the strength of pisco (a grape-based spirit) with the tartness of lime, the silkiness of egg white, and the warmth of Angostura bitters.

You will learn how to:

Select the right pisco: Understand the differences between Quebranta, Italia, and Torontel grape varieties and how each affects the flavor.
Balance flavors: Discover the ideal ratio of pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
Use the proper technique: Shake vigorously to emulsify the egg white for a silky foam, and strain perfectly into a glass.
Garnish: Finish with a few precise drops of bitters for aroma and presentation.
Presentation: Plate your ceviche beautifully, in a way that honors its importance as both a daily meal and a festive celebration dish.

The chef will also share tips for making variations like maracuyá (passion fruit) pisco sour, or how to scale your recipe for parties back home. No prior cooking experience is necessary — just bring your curiosity and appetite.

Price:

USD $39

Duration:

1 hr

Start Times:

Our boutique hotel is located in a restored colonial house with over 100 years of history. We’re just one block from the Miraflores boardwalk, and very close to the area’s best restaurants and shops. We also offer great plans and experiences for our guests.