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Meet the team
Do you believe in miracles?
Carsten Korch - Founder of Living in Peru
Natasha Clay - The Buzz, Lifestyle
Agnes Rivera - Travel
Hillary Ojeda - Food, Art & Culture
Michelle Tupy - Contributor
Juan Ricardo Maraví - Contributor
Contributing photographers - Erick Andia,
Raul Burbano ,Walker Dawson,
Marco Simola
Eduardo Rivera - Contributing designer
Julio Cesar Vergara - Graphic designer
Isabel Cáceda Mendoza - Graphic designer
We have a few tricks up our sleeves and plenty of treats this October, a month
fondly referred to as mes morado, or “purple month,” here in Peru.
What does purple, a secondary color that erupts from the combination of the
Perhaps images of nobility or royalty come to mind, like those who roamed
the streets of Lima, also known as the “City of Kings,” so many years ago.
Today, regarded as a modern and metropolitan city, Lima has maintained many
traditions - somewhat “miraculously”. Amongst the hustle and bustle you can
city’s cobble streets were paved.
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Haba Haba...Do you
like Habas?
Have you ever heard of
purple corn before?
Habas (or Fava beans if
you like) are a favorite
amongst Peruvians.
They are widely eaten
roasted, toasted, in
stews or fresh.
Peru’s maiz morado (purple
corn) is most commonly
used to make a popular
refreshment called Chicha
Morada, and a delicious
pudding-like dessert called
mazamorra morada!
Battle of Angamos
This battle was fought
on October 8, 1879 off
the coast of what was
then Bolivia, and where
Admiral Miguel Grau
tragically lost his life. His
courage and legacy still
lives on in the hearts of
all Peruvians.
Cerro Blanco
with the Peruvian Black
Piranhas. Native to the
Amazon, they are actually
greyish in color and swim
in river basins just waiting
Bottoms up! Do you
know what Peru’s national
cocktail is?
It’s the Pisco Sour. This
tasty drink is made with
Pisco, lime juice, egg
white and simple syrup.
High above in the
Peruvian desert lies Cerro
Blanco. At roughly 6,791
feet above sea level, it
is known as the highest
sand dune in the world.
Andean condor
Chinchilla
With a black body and
white feathers around its
neck, the majestic Andean
condor can be found in
Peru’s most beloved bird
watching site Colca Canyon,
Arequipa, among other
South American nations
Native to the Andes these
furry friends are slightly
larger than squirrels and
can be found in elevations
of about 14,000 ft. They
are named after the
Chincha people of the
Andes.
Turrón de Doña Pepa
Señor de los Milagros
Need something sweet to
munch on? Peru’s famous
October snack, Turrón
de Doña Pepa, is laced
with honey, anise, spices,
sprinkles and crumbly
goodness.
Put on some purple and
join the procession to
celebrate a 350-yearold mural of the Lord of
Miracles. Why do so many
consider it to be a lucky
relic? Turn to page 4.
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Purple reigns in the
City of Kings
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seasons, it’s clear what
time of year it is in Lima
when October rolls
month, Peru sheds it’s national
colors and reveals a passion for
purple to mark the time. Señor
de los Milagros, a distinctly
Peruvian event, is one of the
biggest Catholic events in the
world, and the largest of its kind
in all of Latin America. Since the
colonial times, devout Peruvians
and spectating locals alike have
center of Peru’s capital city,
Lima. For the past decade or so,
numerous smaller versions of the
processions simultaneously take
place outside of Peru. However
it is the ever present sights,
Lima that make this month-long
celebration a unique experience
for the senses.
Translated directly as Lord
of Miracles, the name alone
construes a sense of mythology,
a storybook. As legend tells it,
the history behind Señor de los
Milagros is nothing short of the
miraculous.
“
EVERY YEAR, DURING THIS
MONTH, PERU SHEDS IT’S
NATIONAL COLORS AND
REVEALS A PASSION FOR PURPLE
TO MARK THE TIME
“
It’s that time of year to slip
into something purple - at
least in Peru. The annual
Señor de los Milagros
celebration is a distinctly
Peruvian event that is as
much a complete sensory
tour for it’s fantastic
history as it is for it’s main
location: Central Lima.
Peru is no stranger to earthquakes,
so perhaps it comes as no surprise
that this tale’s protagonist comes
face to face with such a natural
disaster. On October 20, 1687,
a major earthquake struck Lima
and nearby port city Callao,
leaving
nearly
everything
destroyed. Miraculously (hence
the name), a mural of Christ,
painted by a freed slave, was one
of the few remnants that survived
the massive movement. So impressed by its survival,
locals became devoted worshippers to what is now
known as Señor de los Milagros. In his honor, every
October thousands of participants clothed in a dark
and noble purple take to the streets of the capital
city to culminate in one of the nation’s largest
become enraptured by the vibrant energy that paints
the notoriously grey cityscape of Lima, humorously
dubbed panza de burro, or donkey’s belly.
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SIGHT
Among the litter, over thirty men serve as cargadores
(carriers), sharing the weight of the two-tonne relic
upon their shoulders as they step together, left-rightleft. The Lima procession rolls like a wave through
the narrow streets of central Lima and into the open
the nation’s history; in fact, so large are the crowds
of participants that it has become fondly referred to
as mar morado, a sea of purple. Declared a World
Heritage site in 1988, the Historic Centre of Lima is
tower high - such as Convent of San Francisco, the
largest of its kind in South America - and others
buried low - very low, in the case of the catacombs
beneath the aforementioned monastery.
SMELL
It is said that the sense of smell evokes the strongest memories. Collectively, the amount of incense and palos santos
atmosphere become, who would know any better? Women referred to as sahumadoras carry recipients full of incense to
perform their duty of purifying the air (yes, with smoke) and providing an aromatic ambiance. Once October has come and
gone, and the smoke has settled, the smell of street food takes over.
HEAR
the break, the Brotherhood chimes their bells. A loud and pervading “ding….ding…” is
heard for blocks. In the meantime, the sea of purple is awake with a low but present hum
of chatter from the thousands of people walking. Finally, street vendors and eager buyers
make up the loudest noises of the lot. “Rachi! Rachi!” or “Anticuchos!” or “Chicha
morada!” reaches the ears of hungry or indifferent procession walkers as the celebration
moves through the streets of Lima.
TASTE
Gastronomy in Peru has taken off and become renowned worldwide thanks to chefs of
paper plates they are served on decorate Lima’s streets. Some of these sweet and savoury
goods are especially representative to the mes morado. Turn to page 10 to get a taste!
“
THE SEA OF
PURPLE IS AWAKE
WITH A LOW BUT
PRESENT HUM OF
CHATTER FROM THE
THOUSANDS OF
PEOPLE WALKING
“
Bells of La Hermandad (Brotherhood of Lord of Miracles), a slow and consistent hum
TOUCH
Although the event is most
commonly
associated
with
Lima, numerous celebrations
have begun to take place
simultaneously around the world.
Driven by not only their reverence
for the Lord of Miracles but also
a sense of pride, Peruvians living
abroad have taken the tradition to
new locations such as Alaska and
Central Lima is the beating heart
of an old - yet not forgotten history. There, the Lord of Miracles
tradition has become a symbol of
culture and the enduring strength
of a city in the event of tragedy.
The event has maintained respect
to its origin from centuries ago,
in October of 1687. It was then
that the earthquake hit Lima and
the painted image of Christ
was miraculously preserved.
walking through this sea of purple that is the Lord of Miracles procession, one could almost feel taken back to the
late 17th
the bells, are experiences unique to this annual ceremony.
Hillary Ojeda and Agnes Rivera
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Neighborhoods
How well do you know Lima’s neighborhoods? October is a good month to help you
Centro de Lima areas you’ve never visited, it’s easy to start wondering what else you’ve
been missing in Peru’s capital. So take notes on this list to explore the lesser-known
Lima, and later, to revisit parts of Lima’s popular districts.
Photos
andand
texttext
by by
Walker
Dawson
Photos
Walker
Dawson
#4 PUEBLO LIBRE
Pueblo Libre is an up and coming
middle class neighborhood located
a few miles west of downtown. The
neighborhood is centered around
Plaza Bolivar, with numerous lively
bars and restaurants around it. A
Limeño classic is Antigua Taberna
Queirolo, a 135-year-old bar that’s
famous for it’s pisco sour with ginger
ale and it’s old world charms. This is a
great neighborhood for a night out on
the town with Peru’s bohemian middle
class. The famous Museo Larco and
the Museo Nacional de Arqueología,
both featuring pre-Columbian art
and artifacts, are located in the
neighborhood as well.
#3 LA VICTORIA
#2 MIRAFLORES
sketchy and run down, but give it a
in Lima. It’s a nondescript, upscale shopping
district. With that being said there are some
great things to see and do. No lunch in
authentic Limeño experiences here. La
Victoria is one of the easiest places in
Lima to get inexpensive ceviche. In the
blocks surrounding the massive Polvos
Azules market, street stands serve up
some of the most delicious ceviche
for as little as $3 USD. A man named
Jose has upgraded his street cart to a
restaurant, turning a rough corner of
La Victoria into a foodie mecca. Barra
Cevichera Jose y Juanita offers some of
the freshest and spiciest food at bargain
prices, it’s a must. Also located in La
Victoria is Gamarra, a giant section
of the city that has been turned into
an open air market. Play it safe in La
returning again and again.
shop or La Lucha Sanguicheria, right next
to Plaza Kennedy (both serve up a mean
Chicharrón sandwich). A glass of the sweet
chicha morada drink is a great compliment.
men discuss life and politics over espressos
bookstore that would be right at home
on Rodeo Drive, where you could easily
spend an afternoon browsing over books.
Ocean. Spend some time strolling along the
cliff banks at sunset and you might begin to
consider moving to Lima.
#1 BARRANCO
Once home to the famous Peruvian writer
Mario Vargas Llosa, Barranco is a wonderful
neighborhood full of cobblestoned streets,
beautiful ocean views, and sophisticated
restaurants experimenting with Peru’s new
gastronomic boom. Start off the morning at
Bisettis, a cool cafe that wouldn’t be out of
place in the Mission District or Williamsburg.
best Chicharrón sandwich shop in Lima.
For dinner try Burrito Bar, a British owned
Mexican restaurant which serves up tasty
tacos and burritos; it’s surprisingly delicious.
which was once a Barranco mansion and now
has been turned into a labyrinth of different
bars and lounges, with each room outstyling the next. This is where Lima’s rich and
fabulous come to play, and a night out here is
guaranteed to be a good time.
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FASHION
Claudia
Aragón
“Some people think
fashion is just a way to
call attention. For me it’s
a connector. It connects
me to things I miss,
my grandmother, my
mother, mi tierra,” says
designer Claudia Aragón,
a native Cusqueñan. “It’s
something very personal.”
A
nthropologists and thrift-shoppers
alike would drool over the authentic
hand-me-downs from her family
in Cusco that drape Claudia in an
effortless cool. Her two-in-one studio and home
is a wonder with a closet full of polleras (the
traditional full-bodied skirts often seen in sierra
regions of Peru) and a wall decorated with hats,
to Claudia. And these are just some of the elements
that give her an unmistakable look.
“I’ve always liked fashion, since I was a little
girl...I’ve worn every style in my life. I’ve never
dressed ‘normal’.” Despite her fearless stance
towards dress (this day she sat comfortably in
white platformed sandals, a black pollera, and her
trademark wide-brimmed hat), it wasn’t until her
father had a near fatal accident that the twentymere moment” and that she needed to act on her
passion for design.
with urban, faith and the natural world.
“If I do something, it has to have meaning. For
me fashion is three-dimensional art, it’s a walking
manifestation of something.”
Beneath the now iconic hat (also worn by Azucena
Del Carmen, one half of the chicha art revival
duo, Carga Maxima) the creative designer sports
an undercut, a hairstyle that has been trending
for some time now upon so-called rebellious
Western celebrities and international soccer
of the mourning process for her grandmother, as
are select tattoos inked upon the designer, and a
shrine within her studio full of trinkets and photos.
Although she remarks that “art, fashion, they are
passion...if you want to buy something, I’ll explain
to you the story behind it, what it means, so that
you understand.”
Read more here
Agnes Rivera
Photos by Erick Andia
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ART &
CULTURE
INFOPESA:
Back to the future with vinyl
The powerhouse record company responsible for shaking up Peru’s music scene in the
70’s 80’s is back on the scene.
Not familiar with Peruvian music?
Give these recommendations from Juan Ricardo
Maraví a spin.
CUMBIAS
CHICHADELICAS:
PERUVIAN
PSYCHEDELIC
CHICHA
“An
essential
guide
to
discover Peruvian Cumbia...
This psychedelic dance music
will make you want to move
immediately.
LOS PASTELES
VERDES: ÉXITOS
ETERNOS
W
hile the argument of vinyl’s
resurrection being merely a trend
continues to play like a broken
record, Infopesa, one of the most
Fast forward some thirty years later and those black
and white photos now surround the desk of Juan
Ricardo Maraví, Alberto’s son and the youthful push
behind the label’s reappearance.
and ‘80s, has been too busy dusting off classics to
notice.
Along with a new recording studio, Juan comments
that Infopesa’s “main concern is to reintroduce the
catalogue of music to new and younger audiences.”
Classic albums have been made available in CD
format, taken from the master tapes ensuring a clear
sound. As well, the packaging has been updated
bring salsa music to the Andean nation and a pioneer
in the golden era of Peruvian music. While he was at
it, the entrepreneur built an impressive international
network of friends - and he has photos to prove
it. Black and white photos show the legendary
music producer next to a wide variety of creatives,
spanning from Fania Records founder Jerry Masucci
to jazz singer and pianist, Nat King Cole.
By digitalizing all of the music Infopesa is preserving
classics that helped shape what Latin music,
especially Peruvian, is today. After all, as Juan notes,
“This band is the only Peruvian
pop/rock band that has reached
the Top 10 of the Billboard
Latin Charts. This album is
a good introduction of this
band to new generations and
audiences.”
CUARTETO
CONTINENTAL:
CUMBIAS PEGADITAS
“A cult classic LP from Infopesa,
it’s is a non-stop cumbia dance
album. Once you press play
the party will never stop!”
Reissued vinyls will be exclusively sold at PUNA, an eclectic boutique
store located in Barranco, Lima. Dig out your boom box: cassette
tapes are also available. Pedro de Osma 106 Barranco, Lima
Agnes Rivera
Photos by Erick Andia
Read more here
Calendar
October
Oct 2
Coco Rosie
“Freak folk” musicsians from the
USA put on a show at the MAC
in Barranco
Oct 3
Lee “Scratch” Perry and Mad
Professor
Reggae and dub from two masters
of the genre.
Oct 3
Ciudad Rock
Fito Paez, Cafe Tacvba and
the naval confrontation between
Chile and Peru in 1879.
Oct 17
Oct 4 to 8 (dates may vary)
Promised Land of Pozuzo Festival
Pozuzo, Oxapampa Province,
Oct 6
Nightwish
metal from Finland.
Oct 8
Battle of Angamos
Oct 31
Día de la Canción Criolla
A national day in honor of música
criolla.
Teatro Peruano Japonés
Oct 4, 18, 19, 23
El Señor de los Milagros
Processions take place throughout
Lima in honor of an image of
the culture and heritage of the
town of Pozuzo, founded in 1859
by colonists from Tyrol (Austria)
and Prussia (Germany).
Oct 5
Foals
Centro
de
Convenciones,
Barranco. Indie British band.
Oct 15
Anniversary of Tingo Maria
Milagros (Lord of Miracles).
Oct 10
ChameleonsVox
Discoteca Vocé in Lince
Oct 13
Señor Cautivo de Ayabaca
pilgrimage to see the image of
the Señor Cautivo de Ayabaca
in the town of Ayabaca (about
130 miles from Piura).
Third Monday in October, Ica
Señor de Luren
An annual procession of the
wooden image of the Señor de
Luren (patron saint of Ica), carried
through the streets of the city.
Oct 24
Belle and Sebastian
Amphitheater of the Parque de la
Oct 31
Halloween
Oct 31
Damien Rice
indie-folk musician.
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LIFESTYLE
And Off We Went:
A family drives
across Peru
Photo by Michelle Tupy
C
oming to Peru was
always on our wish
list and in 2012 we
made a plan that
would see our family head to
Peru for a period of 3 months in
2013. Our goal was simple, we
would allow ourselves to be open
to any opportunity which came
a cultural and lifestyle level, and
after 2 months of living in Cusco,
we decided to cancel our return
ticket and extend our stay.
As a content writer and e-book
and my husband, already an
was only too happy to pick up
a few classes here and there.
We immersed ourselves in the
culture, enrolling our children
into a local Spanish speaking
school and connected with others
in various groups that interested
us. Six months into our stay,
we made the decision to rent a
building in Lucrepata, near San
Blas, and create a family-friendly
after our daughter. By the time
our lease was up, it had hit the
top 20 on B&Bs in Cusco.
At the end of our lease, we
decided that we would purchase
a VW Kombi and drive to the other
destinations which were featured
on our list. We drove from Cusco
to Puerto Maldonado, to give the
kids a mini-jungle adventure.
Next on the list was Nazca
where we stayed in an amazing
campground complete with
peacocks and doves. We had time
5 TIPS
Relocating with a family
to visit Cahuachi, the Nazca and
Palpa Lines and the Chauchilla
cemetery. We then took to the
sandhills of Huacachina to
enjoy the experience of the
sand buggies and sand boarding
before committing ourselves to
an extended stay in Arequipa
plans.
Peru has provided so many
chances for us to learn and grow as
a family and while not everything
may have gone according to plan
during our stay, our ability to be
us so many wonderful memories
and experiences that would not
have been afforded by a more
Michelle Tupy
Take all interests into
account. While it was
originally mine and my
husband’s goal to visit
Peru, we wanted the kids
to gain a lot out of the
experience. We joined a
children’s nature group and
visited parks and places of
historical interest that they
While we
came initially as tourists,
some days we just did
nothing, hanging out at
home or relaxing in the
park. Adjusting to things
like the change in altitude
or the cooler temperatures
meant that we had to play
many things by ear.
We
enrolled our children in
school for a short period
of time, and did not feel it
was necessary for them to
be totally immersed into
the schooling system for the
length of the stay.
Patience is indeed a virtue.
Running a business within the
Peruvian culture is not easy
and trying to navigate the
system can be tricky. Patience
is necessary to maintain your
sanity when things start to go
awry.
Be open to opportunities.
Allowing ourselves to take
advantage of opportunities
(i.e. a colorfully painted van)
when they arose, meant that
we could create even more
wonderful adventures than
we had originally intended.
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P U B L I R E P O R T A J E / A DV E R T I S I N G F E A T U R E
COFFEE
CORNER
HOW TO BREW
THE PERFECT
CUP AT HOME
Starbucks at home/ Starbucks en casa
S
before you can start your day - and head
out to your local Starbucks for your second
cup. Coffee Master, Patricia Lazzo, knows
the feeling herself - after all, you don’t just wake
up one morning an expert at brewing coffee. She
spent some time to share the four key components
to brewing the perfect cup of coffee in the comfort
of your own home.“There are four fundamentals
to brewing the perfect cup of coffee,” says Patricia. Full of
energy and enthusiasm, it’s clear this Coffee Master loves her
job. “If you can remember these four simple steps, you’ll be
able to get the best of your coffee beans, whether you use a
French press or a drip coffee machine.”A veces es necesaria
una primera taza de café antes de empezar el día – seguro
luego vas a Starbucks por tu segunda taza. La Coffee Master,
Patricia Lazo, conoce más que nadie esa sensación- después
de todo, uno no se despierta una mañana siendo un experto
en la preparación del café. Ella se tomó un tiempo para
compartir con nosotros los cuatro fundamentos clave para
elaborar una taza de café perfecta en tu propia casa.
“Hay cuatro fundamentos para la elaboración de una taza de
café perfecta,” dice Patricia. Llena de energía y entusiasmo,
está claro que ella ama su trabajo. “Si tienes presentes estos
cuatro sencillos pasos, serás capaz de obtener lo mejor de
tus granos de café, así utilices una prensa francesa o una
Four Fundamentals / Cuatro Fundamentos
PRO
POR
TION
GRIND
It may seem a no-brainer to measure out the proportion
of coffee grounds to water, but do you know what that
proportion should be? “It’s true that if you want a stronger
cup of coffee you can add more grounds, and if you want a
weaker cup to use less. However you want to be aware of the
proportions because otherwise you will end up with a very
bitter taste, or a watered-down cup!”
In general, it is advised to measure out 2 Tablespoons of
coffee grounds for every 6-ounces of water.
Puede parecer obvio solo calcular el café molido con el
agua, pero ¿conoces cuál debería ser la proporción exacta?
“Es cierto que si quieres una taza de café más fuerte puedes
añadir más café molido, y si quieres una taza más suave,
debes de usar menos. Sin embargo, es importante que
estés al tanto de las proporciones adecuadas ya que de lo
contrario ¡puedes terminar con un sabor muy amargo, o una
taza muy aguada! “
En general, se aconseja medir 2 cucharadas de café molido
por cada 6 onzas de agua.
Because different brewing methods have different grinds,
there is not one clear answer. However, this doesn’t mean
it’s any more complicated than the other steps. You just need
to know your equipment, which is telling of how long water
and the coffee grounds will be in contact. A coffee press, for
example, will use coarse grounds since this is generally a
3-5 minute brewing process. On the other hand, an espresso
machine has a brew cycle of less than 30 seconds - therefore,
Debido a que los diferentes métodos de elaboración tienen
también diferentes tipos de molido, no hay una respuesta
que los otros pasos. Sólo tienes que conocer tu máquina
cafetera, de la cual dependerá cuanto tiempo el café estará
en contacto con el agua. Una prensa francesa, por ejemplo,
necesita un molido grueso ya que esta generalmente reposa
el café entre 3 y 5 minutos. Por otra parte, una máquina
de espresso tiene un ciclo de preparación de menos de 30
“In one cup of coffee, 98% is water.” The water needs to
WA
TER
FRESH
NESS
temperature. Why? “A higher temperature is really going
assures Patricia. Next time you plan to brew a cup at home,
be sure to set aside a few minutes to heat up some water.
It’s recommended to use water between 90 and 95 degrees
celsius (195-205 Fahrenheit).
As well, wait a few minutes after the water has boiled before
you serve your coffee.
“You don’t want to grind the entire bag of coffee beans if it
is going to take you a month to use the grounds,” advises
Patricia. “Once the coffee bean has been ground, it will last
up to seven days - maximum.” That’s why Starbucks marks
an expiration date on all coffee bags once the beans have
been ground. “It’s not to say that it is bad or unhealthy to use
these grounds beyond the seven day mark, but you will note
a diminished value in the quality and taste.” Whole coffee
and natural characteristics.
Now you can enjoy perfectly brewed coffee in your favorite coffee mug - all while wearing your house slippers.
de que hierva. ¿Por qué? “Una mayor temperatura realmente
va a extraer los sabores complejos del café”, asegura Patricia.
La próxima vez que prepares café en tu casa, asegúrate de
tomarte un par de minutos para calentar un poco el agua, la
cual debe estar entre 90 y 95 centígrados (195 a 205 grados
Fahrenheit).
Puedes hervir el agua y esperar unos minutos después del
hervor para servirla en tu café.
“No debes moler toda la bolsa de café, si es que te tomará un
mes usarla por completo”, aconseja Patricia. “Una vez que el
café ha sido molido, durará siete días como máximo.” Es por
eso que Starbucks coloca una fecha de caducidad en todas las
bolsas de café una vez que se han molido los granos. “No se
trata de decir que es malo o insalubre utilizar este café más
de siete días, pero te darás cuenta de una disminución en la
calidad y el sabor. “Los granos enteros concentran el sabor y las
características naturales del café”.
En pocas palabras: molido fresco, cada vez que lo uses.
Ahora puedes disfrutar de un café perfectamente elaborado en
tu taza preferida - todo mientras lleves puestos tus zapatos más
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October 2015 - Issue 3
FOOD
Lord of Miracles Street Food
aren’t familiar with the festive foods, Living in Peru has broken down some of the
favorites. Savory or sweet, these are bound to satisfy.
Hillary Ojeda
Anticuchos
Emoliente
One of those unmistakeable
Peruvian smells that jerks your
This herbal drink is traditionally
Aji amarillo, garlic, cumin,
potatoes, salt and pepper, red
wine vinegar, chicha de jora, and
of course, beef heart. Two skewers
of marinated beef heart with warm
golden potatoes, served up by your
favorite street vendor or a comedor.
This dish can also be made with
Mazamorra
(Morada)
Mazamorra morada is one of Peru’s
favorite sweet desserts. Made from
purple corn, dried fruit, pineapple,
membrillo fruit, cinnamon, clove,
of sugar that would knock out any
dentist. Can be served hot or cold,
sometimes with a side of ‘arroz con
leche’ (rice pudding), and almost
always with a sprinkle of cinnamon
drink of the street vendor world.It is
prepared with a base of herbs that
usually includes barley, dried horse
plantain leaf and alfalfa sprouts.
positive qualities. It a diuretic and
aids digestive, respiratory and even
reproductive functions. Popular
belief is that the Spanish brought
over their version of the drink in
the 18th century, and it slowly
became localized with Peruvian
ingredients.
chicha morada, but with an extra
kick.
Picarones
Fried doughnut is the easiest way
to describe this treat. But the
Peruvian treats are really so much
more. A serving for one most often
counts four picarones on a small
styrofoam plate, its sweet citrusy
honey dripping off the edges and
made of a mix of both squash and
bits of anise, citrus and sugar cane
make up the syrup and tie all the
picarone. Not just a fried doughnut,
but a hot ring of sweet and savory,
nearly healthy, goodness.
Photos by Erick Andia
OCTOBER’S SWEETHEART
Turrón de Doña Pepa
with sprinkles, the turrón is a rockstar of a dessert that’s hard to miss in the month of October. That’s because of it’s historical relation to none other
than Señor de los Milagros, or Lord of Miracles.
The most popular origin story of the turrón goes back to an Afro-Peruvian cook and slave, Josefa Marmanillo in the 18th century. Of her specialties
from the kitchen was the turrón. As the story goes, she began to suffer from paralysis in her arms. After hearing of miracles performed by the Cristo
de Pachacamilla, also known as the Lord of Miracles, she traveled to Lima. she traveled from Cañete to Lima to see the image and was miraculously
healed. To show her appreciation for the miracle, she dedicated the sweet turrón to the Cristo de Pachacamilla, known as the Lord of Miracles.
Over the years, the dessert was named Turrón de Doña Pepa, in honor of Josefa.
of course the psychedelic sprinkles to top it all off. And contrary to the rock-hard-like texture that the turrón emits--almost as if it were a self-defense
mechanism--the dessert actually dissolves in your mouth if made correctly.
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