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Peruvian Cooking Class
Peruvian Cooking Class
5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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We are proud to be Lima's most popular Peruvian cooking class. Our cooking classes are unique in style in that they are designed to be informative and hands on, yet relaxed and easy going, so that you can learn whilst having a lot of fun. You will learn throughout the day about the unique history behind Peruvian cuisine, all the while improving your culinary skills and of course leaving you with a stomach full of tasty Peruvian food and cocktails. Our Head Chef is the awarded chef Hector Aguilar valle former creative chef at Maido, 4th best restaurant in the world 2019 . Hector has spend many years of his life as an accomplished chef in a number fine dining and Michelin Star restaurants located around world which include France, Spain, USA, Asia and Australia.
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Food & Drink
5 hours
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Maarten
Timbuktu, Mali2 contributions
Jan 2020
We met Hector at a local market where he took us on a small food tour explaining all Peruvian fruits, vegetables and other fascinating products and ingredients. From there we continued to Hector’s open air cooking ‘studio’.
It is situated in the garden of a house in a residential area and has a really nice set-up:
a large square working surface under a roof with space for 9 plus Hector, so everyone can clearly follow all instructions
several selfmade cooking units for use in the garden out from under the roof
good knifes and cutting boards
We arrived at 3 pm and sat down for a self made dinner at 7 pm.
We learned how to make 3 Peruvian cocktails and 4 Peruvian dishes!
Pisco sour
Pisco maracuja
Chilcano
and
Papa la Huancaina
Ceviche
Glazed Sweet Patatoes
Lomo Saltado
The result was DELICIOUS.
We had a mix of people in our group, some just came for the activity, some wanted to improve their cooking techniques. Nevertheless, alll of us had a great time.
The atmosphere is really open and relaxed due to the great team and the very positive character of Hector.
Those interested in the techniques really picked up a lot of tricks and improved their skills.
I can REALLY recommend to take one of Hector’s Peruvian Cooking Classes.
He is a chef with great experience and easily appraochable, a good combination if you want to learn stuff.
PS. I suggest you have lunch or at least a sandwich before you join the afternoon session as sitting down for dinner won’t be until a few hours later.
It is situated in the garden of a house in a residential area and has a really nice set-up:
a large square working surface under a roof with space for 9 plus Hector, so everyone can clearly follow all instructions
several selfmade cooking units for use in the garden out from under the roof
good knifes and cutting boards
We arrived at 3 pm and sat down for a self made dinner at 7 pm.
We learned how to make 3 Peruvian cocktails and 4 Peruvian dishes!
Pisco sour
Pisco maracuja
Chilcano
and
Papa la Huancaina
Ceviche
Glazed Sweet Patatoes
Lomo Saltado
The result was DELICIOUS.
We had a mix of people in our group, some just came for the activity, some wanted to improve their cooking techniques. Nevertheless, alll of us had a great time.
The atmosphere is really open and relaxed due to the great team and the very positive character of Hector.
Those interested in the techniques really picked up a lot of tricks and improved their skills.
I can REALLY recommend to take one of Hector’s Peruvian Cooking Classes.
He is a chef with great experience and easily appraochable, a good combination if you want to learn stuff.
PS. I suggest you have lunch or at least a sandwich before you join the afternoon session as sitting down for dinner won’t be until a few hours later.
Written February 8, 2020
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Andra K
Healdsburg, CA12 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We had an amazing experience doing the market tour and cooking class with Hector. Going to the market and seeing all of the fresh produce and meat we would cook and eat, with the added commentary from Hector telling us about the variety of local foods and pointing out things we were unfamiliar with, helped us gain an appreciation for the food we’d be making. The class itself was in a great outdoor kitchen and everything was very hands on and delicious. We made so much delicious food, it was hard to leave some of it on the table, but we were just so full! We are so looking forward to trying to recreate these recipes and what we learned with Hector back home.
Written February 11, 2020
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Rick V
1 contribution
Dec 2019 • Couples
Hector is a very friendly person and an extremely knowledgable chef. He shows and tells you about the Peruvian life and takes you to the local market. You learn about all the different things available there and then you go and do the cooking class. The cooking class is super nice to do and teaches you a lot. Hector is super patient and helps you whenever you need it. All in all a 5 star experience and will come back if I am ever back again in Lima.
Written January 23, 2020
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Rebecca L
Sacramento, CA15 contributions
Apr 2021 • Solo
As a chef in California who is a fan of Peruvian cuisine, I wanted an authentic, accessible session that would help me understand & deepen my love for the flavors of Peru. Chef Hector gave me just that! We focused on Pollo a la Brasa, Lomo Saltado & Pisco Sour plus we experimented with several different sauces that could go with just about any Peruvian dish. Hector is knowledgeable, experienced & fun to cook with. He provided a fun (and gorgeous) atmosphere that any chef could benefit from. The recipes are tried & true & I will be using them in my restaurant to treat my guests to world-famous Peruvian hospitality. Muchas gracias, Chef Hector!
Written April 13, 2021
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Sanne
1 contribution
Dec 2019 • Couples
AMAZING!!!
Had an amazing afternoon with Hector. First we went to the market where he told us about all the different food and spices available in Peru. You really get an idea of what Peru has to offer food wise. Then we had a really cool cooking class where we learned to make a lot of different Peruvian dishes under Hectors professional and super friendly supervision.
All in all an amazing experience and would definitely recommend to everyone visiting Lima and would like to learn more about the Peruvian kitchen. Hector is really friendly!
Had an amazing afternoon with Hector. First we went to the market where he told us about all the different food and spices available in Peru. You really get an idea of what Peru has to offer food wise. Then we had a really cool cooking class where we learned to make a lot of different Peruvian dishes under Hectors professional and super friendly supervision.
All in all an amazing experience and would definitely recommend to everyone visiting Lima and would like to learn more about the Peruvian kitchen. Hector is really friendly!
Written January 25, 2020
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Corali R
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Family
My family and I are foodies, so we were looking fon a cooking experience on our trip to Peru. Since my 9 year old daughter was traveling with us we need a class we’re she can have a hands on experience, and oh boy this was the one!!!! Chef Hector is an amazing instructor we learn a lot on the market tour. Once we arrive to the kitchen we put on practice the little we know about Peruvian kitchen and guided by Chef Hector we finish strong!!! My daughter has the experience of her life learning how to prepare ceviche. I strongly recommend this class, for us it was the perfect experience to complete our adventure in Peru.
Written June 21, 2022
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Cory J
4 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
What an awesome experience this was. Chef Hector was very forthcoming with his knowledge and taught us all the little trick of Peruvian cooking. The market visit was really educational. I would recommend this to anyone that is a foodie and loves the knowledge of everything food. The dishes where delicious and staff where all amazing. Thank you Chef and looking forward to more classes with you next time I’m back in Lima.
Written March 19, 2022
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Josiane G
Vitoria, ES8 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We did the class with the market tour and Hector showed that he knows what he is talking about! The amount of food was very fulfilling, but doesn't go hungry because you just eat in the end.
The food was very good, we ate the best causa and aji de gallina of the trip. Hector is ready for all your questions.
I just missed the recipes at the moment, to write down any changes or tips that would appear, but they send you a very complete recipe book after.
Thanks for the great time, guys!
The food was very good, we ate the best causa and aji de gallina of the trip. Hector is ready for all your questions.
I just missed the recipes at the moment, to write down any changes or tips that would appear, but they send you a very complete recipe book after.
Thanks for the great time, guys!
Written February 2, 2020
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Yesenia A
6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
We were wondering what in the world to do in Lima, when one of us said??? Well why don’t we take a Peruvian cooking class?
I thought it was a great idea to learn how to cook Peruvian typical dishes! However, I’m a big foodie that likes to eat and then eat and mmmm🤔eat some more. Not really cook, but I said oh well let’s give it a try.
So we decided to take Hector’s cooking class, he did not have any classes available the day off, but accommodated us (2persons) to an awesome cooking class. A chofer picked us up, then we picked up Hector and finally we made our way to the Miraflores market.
There he thought us how to pick our fish, conchas and shrimp and showed us all the different kinds of Chile’s, fruits, cheese and vegetables. Moreover, we went to a house where we were welcomed we a Maracuya Pisco Sour by Domingo (chef’s assistant).
At that time, I thought now we’re talking. I guess cooking can be fun too... lol. Hector gave us a great cooking class, while chatting and teaching us step by step. He was so nice to provide us with a pescatarian menu and we learned how to make causa de langostinos, cebiche and even pisco sours!
I honestly think this was one of the best things I could have done while in Lima. Now I can’t wait to go back home, and try the recipes that Hector provided for us! We will definitely keep in contact with him, and we hope to take more classes with him in the future.
I thought it was a great idea to learn how to cook Peruvian typical dishes! However, I’m a big foodie that likes to eat and then eat and mmmm🤔eat some more. Not really cook, but I said oh well let’s give it a try.
So we decided to take Hector’s cooking class, he did not have any classes available the day off, but accommodated us (2persons) to an awesome cooking class. A chofer picked us up, then we picked up Hector and finally we made our way to the Miraflores market.
There he thought us how to pick our fish, conchas and shrimp and showed us all the different kinds of Chile’s, fruits, cheese and vegetables. Moreover, we went to a house where we were welcomed we a Maracuya Pisco Sour by Domingo (chef’s assistant).
At that time, I thought now we’re talking. I guess cooking can be fun too... lol. Hector gave us a great cooking class, while chatting and teaching us step by step. He was so nice to provide us with a pescatarian menu and we learned how to make causa de langostinos, cebiche and even pisco sours!
I honestly think this was one of the best things I could have done while in Lima. Now I can’t wait to go back home, and try the recipes that Hector provided for us! We will definitely keep in contact with him, and we hope to take more classes with him in the future.
Written January 25, 2020
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Jessica W
Hong Kong, China278 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
I would highly recommend anyone who enjoy cooking to this class because:
1. Hector was knowledgeable in cooking and in the fine dining industry. He would tell you how to cook and where to find the best food in Peru.
2. He provided transport to and from hotel or to other places you prefer.
3. The market tour at the start of the experience was colourful, informative and enjoyable.
4. The cooking class was held at Hector’s home at an outdoor kitchen which is relaxing, comfortable, spacious, clean and well-equipped. He would teach you skills which you might not be aware of despite of having years of cooking experiences. Moreover, he was flexible to cater for the dietary requirements of individuals.
5. The food we made was delicious. He provided the recipe and a list of recommend restaurant.
1. Hector was knowledgeable in cooking and in the fine dining industry. He would tell you how to cook and where to find the best food in Peru.
2. He provided transport to and from hotel or to other places you prefer.
3. The market tour at the start of the experience was colourful, informative and enjoyable.
4. The cooking class was held at Hector’s home at an outdoor kitchen which is relaxing, comfortable, spacious, clean and well-equipped. He would teach you skills which you might not be aware of despite of having years of cooking experiences. Moreover, he was flexible to cater for the dietary requirements of individuals.
5. The food we made was delicious. He provided the recipe and a list of recommend restaurant.
Written January 23, 2020
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Hola cómo podemos contactarlos, somos 6 personas y queremos tomar esta clase en el mes de junio
Written March 13, 2019
How do I make a booking - I have emailed 2 times and have not received a reply
Written August 6, 2018
I made a request through the form on their website and they got back to me very quickly.
Written August 6, 2018
How do you make a booking - I have emailed them twice and have still not received any repli!
Written August 6, 2018
We called them at: +51 970 827 247. They speak English and Spanish.
Written August 6, 2018
Dear Vixianne
Thank you for contacting us. We have different packages starting at 70 Usd.
Please visit our website at.
Peruviancookingclasses
Com
And contact us through our booking for or at 970827247.
We look forward to have you in our class
Kind regards
Hector
Written May 28, 2018
Como me contacto con uds? Todavia ofrecen las clases?
Written May 18, 2018
Estimada Paula
Comunicate con nosotros a
peruviancookingclasses punto com
O
+51-970827247
Esperamos conocerlos pronto.
Saludos
Héctor
Written May 20, 2018
Hi Kate It's Hector. I hope everything is going well. We finally recovered our account. Thank you so much for your support while the hacking.
Written May 4, 2018
Hi, I would like to ask Chef Hector about a missed reservation from Monday, 6/26/17. What would be the best way to get in touch?
Thank you!
Chris
Written July 14, 2017
Dear Chris
Thank you for joining our class on the 06/26.
Please send me an email to (chef@ peruviancookingclasses)
Or call me to my personal number at 979827247.
Please also review our cancelation policy on our website. (Is in each page on our site)
I look forward to hear back from you.
Kind regards
Hector
Written July 14, 2017
você poderia me dizer onde eu faço a reserva para fazer a aula com ele ? site, telefone,etc,grato
Written March 8, 2017
O site tá no perfil do TripAdvisor. Eles não deixam mandar link aqui
Written March 9, 2017
Hi, how do I make a reservation and how advance that should be?
Written March 2, 2017
Hi Rafael.
Yes the reservation is paid in advance and it is relative depending of the reservations and the season. Right now we are closing March and April.
When are you planing to be in LIMA.
Kind regards
Hector
Written March 2, 2017
Does this class include a market tour before actually going to the house?
My husband and I would like to do on nov 16th, what are our options and cost and time available please?
Thanks Canadian dollars please
Written October 3, 2016
Hi sorry it took so long to respond. The cost of the cooking class is $80 US per person which includes the market tour. Highly recommended. The class is a half day event.
Regards Claude.
Written November 5, 2016
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