On an organic farm in the Sacred Valley, we enjoyed a special pachamanca lunch – a traditional Inca cooking method where food is cooked under the earth.
Category: Peru
Six Incredible Inca Trail Highlights
The Inca Trail is one of the most popular hiking routes in the world. Not exactly unique or off-the beaten track. What can I write that’s not already been been said by the thousands of travellers that came before me? Though we all take the same path, everyone’s journey and perspective is different, so here […]
Fish tales part II: ceviche at home
After 7 months living in Lima, I finally try making ceviche with fresh ingredients from the market.
Fish tales: ceviche in the market
Continuing my exploration of Lima’s markets, Steven and I head to Lima’s Mercado Central in search of some good quality fish.
Colours of the markets
SO, I think I’m slightly obsessed with Peruvian textiles… Everywhere you go, the markets are adorned with the vibrant warm hues of traditional blankets, ponchos, and the famous chullo hats.
La Vida Lima: 6 months deep
Wow. Where has six months gone? Here’s a bit of a personal update on La Vida Lima. Aside from the travelling, it’s been six months of adjusting to life on the other side of the world, and another language.
La Cordillera Blanca
Hiking to Laguna 69 in the Cordillera Blanca. Plus a swim in the freezing glacier lake
El Lago Titicaca
Struggling with altitude sickness and sleeping in a reed hut on the mystical and stunning Lake Titicaca.
Las islas ballestas – wildlife and the desert
This weekend we ventured south with Steven’s friend from work, Abel. It was really great to escape the city, get some fresh air and sun, and see a different part of Peru.