In the valleys and plains of Peru, a country divided and influenced by its scenic landscape, from the Andes mountains to Machu Picchu.
This 1-day course is an introduction to authentic Peruvian cuisine. Our chef will teach you the exciting flavours of popular Peruvian dishes through a refined culinary lens. After you have completed this course, you will have gained the knowledge and techniques needed to execute stunning dishes with authentic Peruvian flavours. Explore Peruvian chillies, learn Le Cordon Bleu chefs’ top tips to make the perfect ceviche and many more delectable culinary insights…
Dishes taught on the course:
- Carpaccio de Venado con Hierbas Andinas y Pimenta Rosa – Venison carpaccio with Andean herbs and pink peppercorns
- Gravlax de Trucha Andina, Puré de Palta, Salsa de Maracuyá y Blinis de Cañihua – Andean trout Gravlax style, avocado purée, passion fruit dressing and cañihua blinis
- Ceviche Peruano con Maiz, Camote y Salsa de Ají Amarillo Ahumado – Peruvian ceviche with corn, sweet potato and smoked Amarillo chilli sauce
This class is part of our Culinary Voyage series, which features a different exciting world cuisine in each class. Choose from Spanish, Lebanese, Brazilian, Turkish and Peruvian cuisines.
Want to learn more about Peruvian cuisine?
Le Cordon Bleu Peru offers a variety of short courses and professional diplomas specialising on Peruvian cuisine. Participants gain essential knowledge in the traditional and regional cuisines of Peru, while also building on this base to develop an understanding of modern and innovative Peruvian cuisine.
Class structure
Your day will be a mixture of in-kitchen demonstrations performed by the chef who is running the session and hands-on practical cookery, where you are guided by the expert teaching chef. The exact format will vary from class to class depending on the style of cuisine and length of the course.
Included in the price:
- 6-hour practical workshop (including 30 minute break)
- Recipe booklet
- Apron
- Tea towel
- All ingredients
- All cooking equipment and teaching resources are provided in our kitchen for use on the day.
What you need to bring:
- Sensible, flat-soled shoes. Open toes are not advised
- Tupperware to transport your products home
Purchasing as a gift?
If looking to purchase this course as a gift for someone, it is advisable to purchase a Gift Card to the value of this course instead. This can be redeemed on this course, or any of our other short courses, or at La Boutique and Café Le Cordon Bleu London.
