I just got back from a cruise that stopped in 5 ports in Peru where we sampled some amazing food.. While driving down Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd after a day of shopping with friends.. We passed a Peruvian restaurant.. We just had to stop, so we made a long U-turn and made our way back to the restaurant..I had to introduce my friend to Peruvian food..
In a nutshell, she loved it as much as I do.
We arrived at about 3ish and the place was basically empty. 2 guys at the bar. It was clean with the feeling of a Peruvian Restaurant in Lima (sort of) Pictures of Machu Pichu on the walls and yes a big screen TV with a game of soccer playing..
We didn't want to eat an entire full meal so opted for a couple of appetizer. Our server Marco, was extremely informative and helped to explain the different type of foods they had. He had brought with him roasted corn that we nibbled as we talked.
We ordered Papa Rellena (potato stuffed with ground meat) and Anticuchos (Meat skewers). They both arrived at the same time and with 2 extra plates. Both had this amazingly flavorful "salsa" (not really salsa but similar) and was presented in a modern upscaled way. Both dishes were freshly made and seasoned just right with a hint of heat, and totally different from each other.
I know we didn't order alot but we had such a pleasant experience we decided the next time we are in Scottsdale with the guys (husbands) we would come here for dinner!!
Peru is becoming the culinary capital of South America and for good reason. Their food is fresh, exciting, flavorful, beautiful to look at and of course delicious. Inca is a great way to get a taste of Peru without the added traveling expense..