I'm a Peru Travel Expert-Here's How I'd Eat My Way Through Lima

"Every fall, I return when the skies clear and the weather turns golden, and each time, I am met with familiar, flavorful, and fun surprises. The capital is home to some of the most celebrated restaurants on the planet- Central, Maido, Kjolle, to start-but my favorite way to experience the city is by seeking out quiet standouts, local obsessions, and neighborhood haunts that reflect the true spirit of Peru 's wildly layered culinary culture."

"Lima defies culinary expectations at every turn. It's a place where no-frills chifa (Peruvian-Chinese fusion cuisine) can be one of the best meals of your trip, or where a coffee bar hidden below a chocolate lab might introduce you to single-estate beans and Amazonian cacao in the same sitting. This city is delicious, addictive, and if you have a weekend, here's exactly how you should eat your way through it."

Lima, the capital of Peru on the central coast, blends celebrated fine dining with neighborhood eateries and seasonal charm. Each fall clears the skies and brings golden weather alongside familiar, flavorful surprises. Global destinations like Central, Maido, and Kjolle sit alongside quiet standouts, local obsessions, and neighborhood haunts that showcase Peru's layered culinary culture. The city defies expectations: no-frills chifa can rank among top meals, and hybrid venues pair single-estate coffee with Amazonian cacao. A weekend itinerary highlights Barranco's bakeries and coffee labs, Miraflores cevicherías, and intimate dinners at minimalist kitchens like Mérito.

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