This awesome video shows you some of the dishes you can get right here around the valley. Are you hungry yet? I sure am.
Peruvian food is known for it's eclectic flavors blending all the best aspects of Latin America into a cuisine like no other. The three staples of Peruvian food are corn, potatoes, and chili also known as aijes. A mix of spice and flavors from the east make this cuisine truly unique amongst it's neighboring nations. Once you've tasted it, you'll surely think that there's nothing in the world quite like it.
If you're looking for the flavors of Northern Peru ceviche is a delicious and refreshing seafood dish that is sure to satisfy. Ceviche consists of raw seafood that is "cooked" in lime juice and is combined with tomatoes and onions. Chupa de camarones is another dish that's just too good to pass up! It's a shrimp chowder reminiscent of seafood chowders found in Italian and Thai cuisines, but with a unique Latin twist.
Peruvian Ceviche |
Lomo Saltado is another classic. It's made with beef, grilled onions, and is served with rice or french fries. Peruvians eat a lot of meat and potatoes, but make plenty of room for seafood in there diet. Lomo Saltado is a special mix of Peruvian flair with a Chinese twist helping to merge the flavors of both east and west.
Lomo Saltado |
The cuisine that comes from this beautiful country draws on influences from many parts around the world. Japanese, Chinese, and African influences can all be found embodied in the culture and the cuisine. If you are spending time in "the entertainment capital of the world" and in between the roulette table, or video poker you are interested in eating some delicious and exotic cuisine there are quite a few options available to you.
Perhaps you've heard that Mi Peru or Inka Grill are the top restaurants in town? You might not be aware that these aren't the only two options around. There's a lot of delicious gems to be discovered whether you're out in the Henderson area, or making the journey to Summerlin. Sin City is known for it's eclectic food choices and South American cuisine to whet your appetite.
Are you stuck scouring through fake reviews on Yelp, Tripadvisor and Urbanspoon? These web sites aren't always the best source of information, and have often times refused to remove fake reviews of restaurants that were trying to game the system. So before you start looking up directions to the Inka Grill or the next closest restaurant be sure to vet the reviewers to make sure you're going to get quality.