http://www.peruthisweek.com/rss.xml PeruthisWeek 12/12/2011 en-us PeruthisWeek 2012-05-17T16:02:25+01:00 PeruthisWeek PeruthisWeek http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-219-/ The Travel Channel's program International Street Foods was filming in Lima. We got a look behind the scenes. 2012-05-17 10:16:46 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-219-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-218-/ The new location of this well-established seafood restaurant has a chef's table for a first-hand view of the excitement of Chef Luis's kitchen. 2012-05-11 12:16:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-218-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-217-/ Osaka is a balanced mix of Peruvian and Japanese style, both in the decor and on the menu. 2012-05-11 11:13:16 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-217-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-216-Youtube-explains-pelican-and-dolphin-deaths/ Researchers, government officials and the press are still trying to figure out what has caused the death of thousands of dolphins and pelicans. For a surprising number of Youtube users, however, the answers are clear. Check out these examples. 2012-05-10 12:40:20 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-216-Youtube-explains-pelican-and-dolphin-deaths/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-215-/ Last week, British reggae and pop legend Ali Campbell played to a crowd of thousands at the Maria Angola Convention Center in Lima. The former frontman of UB40 wowed the crowd with his renditions. Marco Simola snapped these photos. 2012-05-10 10:37:14 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-215-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-214-/ Qoyllurity is one of the most famous celebrations in the Andes. Check out these photos and videos. 2012-05-07 13:28:27 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-214-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-213-/ Isabel Guerra snapped these photos from the Novalima concert at El Sargento Pimienta. 2012-05-04 17:45:18 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-213-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-212-/ Avenida La Mar is famous for seafood restaurants, but if you continue past all the cevicherias, you will find a small and sophisticated tapas bar with authentic Spanish and Basque cuisine. 2012-05-04 11:35:20 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-212-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-211-/ Check out the Ilaria jewelry and Sitka fashion collections from this year's Lima Fashion Week. 2012-05-03 12:01:29 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-211-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-210-/ Pachamanca, a typical Andean dish traditionally prepared underground, is usually only found outside of the city, but this San Miguel restaurant has brought a special version to the locals. 2012-04-27 10:42:56 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-210-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-209-/ What's it like to live in Lima's San Isidro district? Find out in this video! 2012-04-26 12:55:06 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-209-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-208-/ La Maja's best patrons are those with an adventurous spirit who will appreciate the creative fusion dishes and new takes on old favorites. 2012-04-20 11:39:42 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-208-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-207-/ La Pescaderia was already known for its high-quality seafood, but now that it has opened a new location in Barranco with many new dishes, it has attracted a whole new slew of fans. 2012-04-20 11:08:37 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-207-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-206-/ Traveling between Asia and Lima, Carsten Korch stopped at chicharronería so good, he had to share it with the readers. Check out Doña Paulina Chicharroneria in Mala. 2012-04-19 10:07:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-206-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-205-El-Huarike-Cebiche--Sushi-Bar/ El Huarike's menu is long and not for those with small appetites, but for those craving a well-executed seafood or fish dish, the Miraflores and San Borja locations are perfect options. 2012-04-13 11:03:56 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-205-El-Huarike-Cebiche--Sushi-Bar/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-204-/ Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain died nearly 20 years ago, but a young man from Arequipa has the exact same voice. Check out the viral video that is sweeping Latin America. 2012-04-12 12:18:01 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-204-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-203-/ La Formula, located on a tiny side street in Miraflores, is known for it's unpretentious - but delicious - seafood creations. 2012-03-30 09:37:12 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-203-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-202-/ In honor of Lima's first poetry festival, and the recent birthday of Cesar Vallejo, we wanted to share this video of Los Heraldos Negros, the most famous poem by Peru's most famous poet. 2012-03-29 14:33:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-202-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-201-/ This meat-heavy restaurant has added even more drool-worthy dishes to its menu, making this Miraflores steakhouse a must-visit for those who can afford its high-end prices. 2012-03-23 11:33:41 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-201-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-200-/ Students at Le Cordon Bleu are among the best in Peru, and their hands-on practice is a great opportunity for the Lima foodie to have a memorable and affordable dining experience. 2012-03-23 11:01:35 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-200-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-199-/ We joined Pacifico insurance to see how it keeps its clients safe at the beach during the summer. 2012-03-22 14:43:33 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-199-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-198-/ If you'd like to try some of the best that the north of Peru has to offer, the elegant dining room of Fiesta in Miraflores is the place to do it in Lima. 2012-03-16 12:02:28 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-198-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-197-/ The D'Onofrio name doesn't just mean ice cream. In this case, Chef Karel D'Onofrio is a master of the savory. Enjoy his dishes and the light summer breeze inside the Barranco Tennis Club at Pezcarte. 2012-03-16 11:27:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-197-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-196-/ Evelyn Merino-Reyna's amazing aerial photographs of Lima show us an unexpected angle of the city. This is a must-see video. 2012-03-15 11:50:42 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-196-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-195-/ This restaurant in a two-story 20th century renovated mansion is perfect for a romantic evening and good quality Italian food. 2012-03-09 11:26:03 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-195-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-194-/ Santiago Santoalla may seem like a young chef at 19, but his family recognized his talent early and opened El Sotano to showcase his delicious food and complete competence in the kitchen. 2012-03-09 11:00:09 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-194-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-193-/ Cusco art collective Proyecto 3399 (http://proyecto3399.wordpress.com/) has gone and recorded Quechua-language versions of modern pop sings. Here is the rendition of Danish band Aqua's "Barbie Girl." 2012-03-08 12:08:24 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-193-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-192-/ With 110 menu items with photos, you may take a while to decide on a dish at Embarcadero 41, but the chances are good that you will leave satisfied with both food and service. 2012-03-02 11:07:09 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-192-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-191-/ Last year, Marca Perú was launched with an incredibly successful video about Peru, Nebraska. Here is the story of that marketing campaign. 2012-03-01 11:55:20 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-191-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-190-/ The term ‘hostel’ is a bit misleading for this charming place. In fact, very quickly, you will start referring to the Inkarri as home. It is charming in all aspects of the word, from the very friendly staff and classic, cheery rooms to the wonderful little courtyard perfect for hanging out and relaxing after sightseeing. Hostal Inkarri is located some 15 minutes walk from the main square, and even though it is an uphill walk, it is a pleasure to wander the small charming streets of Cusco, and “home” is only a downhill wander of 10 minutes. It is great place to stay; when you leave, you’ll miss it. Photos by Morten Bruun Jensen. 2012-02-28 10:39:27 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-190-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-189-/ Although the restaurant Maras is located inside the new Westin Hotel, many of the clientele come from outside because the creative takes on classic Peruvian dishes are just too hard to resist. 2012-02-24 12:19:50 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-189-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-188-Celebrating-Chilcano-Week/ Chilcano Week is in full swing in Lima. Check out the photos and video from the epic chilcano-hop that started the week at Bravo Restobar, PiscoBar, La Pescadería, Cala, and Rosa Naútica. Special offers continue through February 26th; find out more at http://www.semanadelchilcano.com/ 2012-02-23 15:19:49 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-188-Celebrating-Chilcano-Week/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-187-/ The old internet meme is enlivened by Peru's least-favorite food critic. 2012-02-23 10:26:52 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-187-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-186-Hotel-San-Jeronimo-a-country-alternative-in-Cusco/ If you are tired of always staying in the city, far away from nature, this hotel offers a spectacular location in the midst of glorious mountains, 30 minutes south of Cusco in the district of San Jeronimo. It takes a little effort to get there, but it indeed pays to go there. You will quickly find yourself soaking up the idyllic beauty of a marvelous landscape that most likely will leave you meditating for many hours. The hotel offers traditional, spacious rooms, and a lot of them have remarkable balconies intensifying the feeling of being in immediate touch with nature – it is a perfect place for recovery and relaxation. Photos by Morten Bruun Jensen 2012-02-21 12:18:31 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-186-Hotel-San-Jeronimo-a-country-alternative-in-Cusco/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-185-/ Aurelia prepares the turkeys and hams for its sandwiches on site and makes fresh pasta in the restaurant, giving these cafe dishes a great homemade flavor. (Photos by Marco Simola) 2012-02-17 09:48:33 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-185-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-184-/ PlusTV produced an hour-long documentary about Novalima, including a live concert. Check it out! 2012-02-16 11:34:03 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-184-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-183-2012-Pisco-Sour-Challenge-in-photos/ The 2012 Expat Pisco Sour Challenge, held at Cala, assembled some of the best expat pisco sour-makers to test their skills. Check out the photos by Morten Bruun Jensen. 2012-02-16 10:57:12 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-183-2012-Pisco-Sour-Challenge-in-photos/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-182-/ Helena Houghton says her life is ordinary, but she admits that there is always excitement in living abroad and working with an organization that provides services for adventurers. 2012-02-15 12:21:48 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-182-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-181-/ This La Molina restaurant is an eco-friendly food-lover's dream. 2012-02-10 12:52:30 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-181-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-180-2012-Expat-Pisco-Sour-Challenge/ Expatriates in Peru and LivinginPeru.com assembled some of the best expat pisco sour-makers in Lima to square off against one another. Find out who won this epic battle! Thanks to Cala for hosting the event and Viñas de Oro pisco for providing the key ingredient. 2012-02-09 14:47:34 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-180-2012-Expat-Pisco-Sour-Challenge/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-179-Lomography-in-Peru/ Get ready to "leave the digital grid behind" and start taking perfect photographs with Lomography. (All photos copyright and curtesy of Lomography Peru/Zerai) 2012-02-09 10:07:19 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-179-Lomography-in-Peru/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-178-/ The dishes at Don Fernando, a Jesus Maria favorite, prove that well-sourced seafood and a talented family can make all the difference. 2012-02-03 09:57:20 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-178-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-177-/ Superior quality doesn’t have to cost a fortune. The same goes for professional and friendly service, and great strategic location. The hotel Tierra Viva Saphi in Cusco is proof of that. It is one of these remarkable places which just seem to have it all: impressively spacious and comfortable rooms in a charming combination of modern decoration and classic, rustic elegance. It has a very friendly staff, making it a very cheery place at all times, professionally and relaxed treatment when asking them for tips and advices. The hotel itself unfortunately lacks a restaurant or refreshment bar, but you will not suffer: there is free mate de coca and instant coffee in the reception, and if you feel like more refreshment choices, you are only 5 minutes walk from a wide range of charming bars and cafes around Cusco main square. Tierra Saphi is perfect for all types of visits, business purposes or tourism. 2012-01-31 11:34:46 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-177-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-176-/ Green Handbags is a reflection of the changing times in Peru; not only is it getting easier to set up a business, but also people are becoming more environmentally conscious and buying products that reflect those values. 2012-01-30 11:52:55 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-176-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-175-/ Restaurante Rodrigo offers dishes that are a mix of traditional Peruvian ingredients with Southern European personality, perfect for anyone with an adventurous palate. 2012-01-27 12:06:57 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-175-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-174-/ Come see the amazing paso horses at Hacienda Los Ficus. 2012-01-25 19:01:45 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-174-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-173-/ Stop by Xocolatl for some fun finds including a box of chocolates with unique Peruvian flavors (from s/. 18 for 4 to s/. 116 for 36) or chocolate pisco liquor (s/. 35 - 45). 2012-01-20 13:04:28 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-173-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-172-/ Gaston Acurio's Panchita offers reinterpretations of tradition Peruvian criollo dishes. 2012-01-20 12:02:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-172-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-171-/ Come check out all the fun from the Dakar Rally after-party. 2012-01-19 17:23:40 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-171-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-170-/ Cyril Despres, winner of the 2012 Dakar Rally, talked to Peru this Week about winning the race in Peru. 2012-01-16 14:26:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-170-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-169-/ Los Cavenecia Resto Bar is now open in Barranco and Asia. 2012-01-13 09:54:49 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-169-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-168-/ The chef at Quimera Restaurante uses modern techniques and authentic ingredients to make exciting Peruvian dishes. 2012-01-12 15:34:46 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-168-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-167-/ We asked regular Lima residents if they supported the recall of Lima Mayor Susana Villarán.Find out how they answered. 2012-01-12 11:09:35 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-167-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-166-/ Bang Olufsen, the luxury Danish technology company, has opened its first retail showroom in Peru. The locale in San Isidro has the latest in audio-visual equipment. Check out our visit! 2012-01-10 19:38:36 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-166-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-165-/ The Illari Adventure Complex outside Huaral, in the Norte Chico 75 kilometers from Lima, makes for a perfect get-away for adventurers. 2012-01-05 11:37:16 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-165-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-164-/ The Peru this Week team and Fiesta Casino threw a Christmas party at the Estadio Fiesta to coincide with a key Monday night football game. Check out the fun! 2012-01-05 11:10:29 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-164-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-163-/ Check out Nanka, a new restaurant opening in La Molina, Lima. 2011-12-28 13:27:22 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-163-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-162-/ Jr. de la Unión is one of the most traditional shopping districts in Lima. Join Carlos del Aguila as he meets some of the characters in the neighborhood. 2011-12-21 12:31:19 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-162-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-161-/ Check out Jelle Lieuwens' photos from this popular cafe. 2011-12-20 18:32:03 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-161-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-160-/ As the celebration of the Amazons as one of the modern wonders in the world begins, Iquitos is also celebrating a new guest house where visitors can enjoy a pleasant time. Faithful to its name, the 3 star hotel Nativa Apartments presents spacious apartments, as well as traditional single and double rooms. The apartments have kitchenettes, very convenient for those who would like to cook a little themselves. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the location of the Guest House is only a few blocks from the main square, and some 10 minutes walk from the riverfront. Here are some photos from Morten Bruun's stay. 2011-12-15 12:24:27 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-160-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-159-/ Rally driver Rafael Belmonte desribes what makes the Dakar Rally so special. 2011-12-14 16:48:32 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-159-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-158-/ Check out these photos from Arúgula, a long-time favorite in Miraflores. 2011-12-13 17:56:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-158-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-157-/ Juan Carlos Manning joined Peru Experience and LimaVision for a tour of the historic center of the Peruvian capital. 2011-12-07 12:29:26 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-157-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-156-/ Manifiesto provides excellent food inspired by the cuisine of Tacna. It has generated lots of buzz, and see why with these photos by Jelle Lieuwens. 2011-12-06 21:40:24 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-156-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-155-/ Mayta takes ancient ingredients and turns them into truly innovative dishes. Check out these photos by Jelle Lieuwens. 2011-12-02 17:39:03 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-155-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-154-/ The 2011 Caledonian Ball, sponsored by the Caledonian Society and the Camara de Comercio Peruano Britanico, brought Scottish culture to Lima on Saturday. 2011-11-30 14:40:56 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-154-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-153-/ Santo Pez's new location on Av. La Mar places it in the same neighborhood as some of Lima's top seafood restaurants; luckily, Ramon Carrasco Tamayo's restaurant holds up to the competition. Jelle Lieuwens snapped these photos. 2011-11-29 16:55:11 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-153-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-152-/ The FIMA environmental fair took place this past weekend at the Jockey Club of Lima. It highlighted environmental products and initiatives. 2011-11-29 14:43:41 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-152-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-151-/ In preparation for the Dakar 2012 rally, the first to be held in Peru, the Peruvian team unveiled its car. This was part of a benefit dinner held at the Westin Hotel in San Isidro. 2011-11-25 15:47:48 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-151-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-150-/ Life Out of Plastic is a socially-minded enterprise which aims to reduce the level of plastic pollution in Lima. The organization is staging an art show at the Centro Cultural Juan Parra del Riego (Malecon Pedro de Osma 135, Barranco) through November 30th. 2011-11-23 12:16:23 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-150-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-149-/ Huaca Pucllana offers fine Novoandino cuisine in a historic setting: the grounds of a 1,500 year-old Lima pyramid. Jelle Lieuwens took these photos. 2011-11-22 21:26:52 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-149-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-148-/ The Peru this Week team spent the weekend at the Roosevelt Christmas Bazaar. Check out this video, and don't miss Carsten performing tricks on an electric bicycle. 2011-11-16 12:50:55 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-148-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-147-/ Jelle Lieuwens snapped these photos at the Israel Laura's famous Miraflores restaurant. 2011-11-15 18:53:50 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-147-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-146-/ Miraflores' coastline is one of the great places to go paragliding. Check out this video from Carlos del Aguila. 2011-11-09 12:58:28 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-146-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-145-/ Costanera 700 has been serving up delicious Peruvian-Japanese fusion for 40 years. Check out these photos from Jelle Lieuwens. 2011-11-08 18:52:43 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-145-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-144-/ Salsa´s Bar Grill at Fiesta Casino was the setting for a wild Halloween party. See what you missed! 2011-11-02 14:45:03 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-144-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-143-/ Cicciolina is considered one of the best restaurants in Cusco. Andres Allain (http://andresallain.wordpress.com) took these photos. 2011-10-31 17:39:37 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-143-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-142-/ One of Lima's most famous buildings is the Fortress of Real Felipe in Callao. Carlos del Aguila shot this video of the building. 2011-10-26 14:02:26 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-142-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-141-/ Pampa de Amancaes offers refined comida criolla at its new Miraflores locale. Jelle Lieuwens took these photos. 2011-10-24 17:59:43 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-141-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-140-/ The Señor de los Milagros, or Lord of Miracles, processions are among the most important religious events in Peru. They pay tribute to an image of Jesus which survived a devastating earthquake and which has been credited with performing miracles. Video be Carlos del Aguila. 2011-10-19 12:36:58 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-140-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-139-/ The Burrito Bar is a new restaurant near Barranco's Boulevard. The food is all tasty, freshly-prepared Mexican cuisine. Jelle Lieuwens took these photos. 2011-10-18 12:26:17 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-139-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-138-/ This weekend, the Peruvian Orchid Club displayed a collection of over 1000 orchids from across Peru. Across Peru, there are over 350 species of the flower. Claudia Cañedo Lou took these photos. 2011-10-17 15:35:35 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-138-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-137-/ Jelle Lieuwens rode along on the Amazon River Raft Race and took these photos. 2011-10-12 15:58:59 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-137-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-136-/ Specializing in wok-based saltados, Punto de Fuego cooks up some tasty dishes in its Miraflores location. Carlos del Aguila took these photos. 2011-10-11 22:05:36 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-136-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-135-/ The innovative Fallen Angel experiments on the place and on the walls. These photos are from Andres Allain (http://andresallain.wordpress.com/). 2011-10-11 15:35:13 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-135-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-134-/ CasaCor Peru, an annual exhibition of architecture, art and design moved to Callao this year. It runs until November 6th. Carlos del Aguila produced this video. 2011-10-07 10:52:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-134-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-133-Hola-Corea/ Hola Corea was a Korean art and culture festival held on September 29th at the Miraflores Park Hotel. It aimed to introduce the history and creative cultures of Korea to Peruvians. It featured fine art, music, dance, fashion, media, and food showing traditional and current Korean lifestyles. Video by Carlos del Aguila, photos by Jelle Lieuwens. 2011-10-06 18:54:44 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-133-Hola-Corea/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-132-/ Central Restaurante is leading the charge for high-end, high-tech, high-concept food in Peru. Marrying Peruvian ingredients with the most modern cooking techniques, Central stands out in the Lima restaurant scene. These photos are by Marco Simola. 2011-10-04 16:41:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-132-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-131-Carnal-Prime-Steakhouse-in-Lima/ Carnal Prime brings the cuisine and ambience of a New York steakhouse to Lima. Marco Simola. 2011-09-29 17:15:55 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-131-Carnal-Prime-Steakhouse-in-Lima/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-130-/ The Metropolitano de Lima is the latest addition to the city's transportation system. Join PeruthisWeek.com and hop aboard the iconic silver buses. 2011-09-28 14:10:07 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-130-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-128-Food-art-and-sun-at-the-Dragons-Palate/ The Dragon's Palate, one of the most innovative restaurants in Cusco, boasts fine food, excellent art and a sunny courtyard. Caroline Brouwer took these photos. 2011-09-27 10:57:01 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-128-Food-art-and-sun-at-the-Dragons-Palate/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-127-/ This Lima restaurant combines the ingredients and flavors of Peru and Italy. The result is a delicious fusion. Carlos del Aguila provided these photos. 2011-09-20 18:21:09 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-127-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-126-Civic-Military-Race-with-President-Humala/ On Sunday, Ollanta Humala joined other political luminaries in honoring Peru's armed forces during the Civic-Military Running Race. Jelle Lieuwens took these photos for Peru this Week. 2011-09-20 13:56:13 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-126-Civic-Military-Race-with-President-Humala/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-125-/ On Wednesday, the Red Hot Chili Peppers performed at Lima's National Stadium. Our Carlos del Aguila took video around the stadium. 2011-09-19 17:51:29 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-125-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-124-/ At El AlmaZen, the food is as healthy as it is delicious. Our Carlos del Aguila took these photos of the Lima eatery. 2011-09-13 18:41:14 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-124-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-123-Incanto-in-Cusco/ Combining Peruvian and Italian flavors, Incanto has brought the trattoria experience to the old Inca walls of Cusco's center. PeruthisWeek stopped by, and photographer Andres Allain (http://andresallain.wordpress.com/) took these photos. 2011-09-13 17:57:35 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-123-Incanto-in-Cusco/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-118-Barsol-Pisco/ Barsol Pisco was founded in 2001 by Diego Loret de Mola and Carlos Ferreyros. It is now one of the most sold brands in the U.S. 2011-09-11 23:04:53 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-118-Barsol-Pisco/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-117-/ The Yuyachkani theater group is celebrating its 40th year of operation with an exhibition at the Casa O'Higgins on Jr. Union 554 in the Cercado de Lima. The exhibition, staged by the Pontifical Catholic University, includes displays of photographs, as well as costumes and masks. There will also be simultaneous performances. The exhibition runs until November 20th. Carlos del Aguila took this video. 2011-09-09 16:35:32 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-117-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-113-/ Fernando Zevallos, the creator of La Tarumba, is a lover of horses. So there was no better place to do the interview than where he feels in his element: the stables. "Horses have a lot to teach humans," he says, and Fernando has a lot to teach us about the making of a circus. Video by Carlos del Aguila 2011-09-07 14:37:44 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-113-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-111-Young-Peruvians-talk-about-Nelson-Mandelas-legacy/ English students gathered at the Nelson Mandela statue in San Isidro to talk about Nelson Mandela's legacy. Carlos del Aguila recorded this video. 2011-09-06 22:28:02 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-111-Young-Peruvians-talk-about-Nelson-Mandelas-legacy/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-109-/ Baco is a grill-house that dishes out hearty, innovative takes on traditional international dishes. These photos are provides by Andres Allain (http://andresallain.wordpress.com/) 2011-09-06 18:53:54 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-109-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-108-/ Beyond Volunteering and ANIA worked with kids to plant trees and beautify a barrio in the outskirts of Lima. 2011-09-06 10:52:28 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-108-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-105-LivinginPerus-cocktail-party-at-Saci/ On August 25th, over a hundred members of the Living in Peru community joined together at Saci Restaurante for an evening of wine and fine dining. If you missed the party, check out these photos from Paolo Rally and Andreas Vailakis. 2011-09-02 18:19:02 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-105-LivinginPerus-cocktail-party-at-Saci/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-102-/ Come to Peru while you still can! 2011-08-31 00:09:43 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-102-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-97-/ Few places in Lima better match Peruvian and Asian flavors as well as El Roble, in Barranco. Come for live music, stay for the great food, and linger over a cocktail. All photos by Carlos del Aguila. 2011-08-29 18:55:09 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-97-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-91-Alberto-Benavides-honored-by-Harvard/ Harvard University and its Peruvian alumni associations paid tribute to alumnus Alberto Benavides de la Quintana on Monday. Benavides was awarded the Harvard University Lifetime Achievement Award, which is given annually to one former Harvard student. It is the highest honor which can be bestowed upon an alumnus by the university. Benavides is the founder of the Buenaventura Mining Company, now Peru’s largest, and the first Peruvian company to receive a full listing on the New York Stock Exchange. Benavides received a Masters in Geology from Harvard, and later studied in the university's Advanced Management Program. Carlos del Aguila photographed the ceremony and reception at the Country Club Hotel. 2011-08-24 09:03:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-91-Alberto-Benavides-honored-by-Harvard/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-90-/ Whether it's for a business meeting, a romantic date, or a night out with boys, steak-lovers will appreciate La Carreta. Carlos del Aguila provides these shots. 2011-08-22 18:46:16 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-90-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-88-/ PeruthisWeek.com paid a visit to Grill Conquistadores 201, one of the best places in Lima to get pollo a la brasa, hamburgers or other classic meat dishes. Carlos del Aguila provided these photos. 2011-08-16 15:37:41 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-88-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-87-/ Macondo offers tasty food in an artsy, magical realist setting. 2011-08-16 10:13:45 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-87-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-86-The-Pisco-Portón-distillery/ Last April, LivinginPeru.com got a sneak peek at new multi-million dollar distillery in Ica, home of Johnny Schuler's Pisco Portón. (Photos by Nathan Paluck) 2011-08-13 16:24:43 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-86-The-Pisco-Portón-distillery/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-85-Rafo-Leons-guide-to-Cusco/ Rafo León, a celebrated Peruvian traveler and travel-writer, is launching the newsest edition in his travel series covering Peru's regions. This time, León writes up Peru's most popular tourist destination, Cusco. The book was launched at a cocktail party at the Huaca Pucllana restaurant in Lima on Wednesday. All photos by Carlos del Aguila. 2011-08-12 15:47:55 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-85-Rafo-Leons-guide-to-Cusco/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-84-Tingo-Maria/ A gorgeous high-jungle climate, a national park full of hiking trails and a laid-back town is what await Peru travelers in Tingo Maria. (Photos by Nathan Paluck) 2011-08-11 14:01:01 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-84-Tingo-Maria/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-80-/ Just a few hours from Lima, the magnificent site of Marcahuasi attracts adventure-seeking visitors. Andrea Vailakis sends us these photos. 2011-08-09 18:34:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-80-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-78-/ Saci is a Mediterranean-infused restaurant in the heart of Miraflores. A creation of chef Luis Sacitollo, the restaurant offers both tapas and full meals. Corbett Jones (http://www.corbettjones.com/)took these photos for PeruthisWeek.com. 2011-08-08 12:43:48 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-78-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-76-/ Lima's International Book fair wrapped up on Tuesday. The event, held in the city's Jesús María district, marks one of the major literary events in the country. Dozens of publishing houses and booksellers were represented, and there were numerous book launches, roundtables, and readings- including one by Ecuadorian president Rafael Correa. PeruthisWeek's Carlos del Aguila stopped by the fair to take these photos. 2011-08-05 11:52:59 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-76-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-75-/ Only 7 hours from Lima in the region of Pasco, the rock forest of Huayllay is a natural wonder barely touched by the tourism industry. (Photos by Nathan Paluck) 2011-08-04 21:14:50 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-75-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-72-MAP-Cafe-in-Cusco/ Don't expect old sandwiches and instant coffee at MAP Café, the restaurant at the Museo de Arte Precolombino in Cusco. Instead, you will find some of the most innovative and delicious Novoandino cuisine in the world. Andres Allain (http://andresallain.wordpress.com/) took these photos. 2011-08-02 00:33:39 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-72-MAP-Cafe-in-Cusco/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-69-/ ACAP Social Night 2011-07-27 19:26:35 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-69-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-68-/ Lima downtown by Marco Bollinger 2011-07-27 18:42:20 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-68-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-67-Paracas-National-Reserve/ Photographer Eileen Marie Roche joined our Jorge Riveros-Cayo at Paracas National Reserve, and took these stunning photos. 2011-07-27 18:28:31 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-67-Paracas-National-Reserve/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-66-/ On Saturday, April 9, a group of 35 from Lima came together to work with the community of San Juan de Miraflores in honor of Earth Day 2011. For more information on future events and to get involved with organizations, contact info@beyondvolunteering.com. All photos by Andreas Vailakis 2011-07-27 17:24:12 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-66-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-65-/ Sunday, April 10, Peruvians voted for president and congress members. Here, a woman casts her ballot in Cusco. 2011-07-27 17:01:22 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-65-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-64-/ Author Judy Fan stands incredulous before one of the many misty, terraced valleys in Nor Yauyos Reserve. All photos by Judy Fan 2011-07-27 16:40:49 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-64-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-63-/ Noe Bernacelli is the youngest designer at Lima Fashion Week (LIF), with only 25 years of age. , his collections have walked on several runways across the globe. Here is his collection on LIF's closing night. Photos by Claudia canedo Lou 2011-07-27 16:33:07 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-63-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-62-/ See related article: Top breakfast places in Lima 2011-07-27 16:13:18 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-62-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-61-/ Farmers from Parque de la Papa in Cuzco wash GM-free potatoes in a symbolic act in the Santa Rosa passway near the Municipality of Lima on Monday, May 9.Photos by Elie Gardner 2011-07-27 15:49:27 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-61-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-60-/ After seven years in Spain, the star from the award-winning movie "Contracorriente" (shown here) is back to her homeland to continue with a set of personal projects and several projects. 2011-07-27 15:06:37 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-60-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-59-Endangered-Amazonian-Manatees-released-in-Peru/ Five endangered Amazonian Manatees were released back into their habitat in the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve after about three years of rehabilitation. It was the first release in Peru. Photos by Elie Gardner 2011-07-27 14:45:05 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-59-Endangered-Amazonian-Manatees-released-in-Peru/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-58-/ Crowds gather to get into Divercity Photos by Virginia Velasco 2011-07-27 14:36:02 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-58-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-57-/ Campaign publicity in Lima, Peru is big, bright, distracting to drivers, and often pretty funny. Marco Simola captures the essence of campaign propaganda in this photo essay. (Photos by Marco Simola) 2011-07-27 14:05:47 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-57-/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-56-Copa-America-photos-of-the-match-Peru-vs-Uruguay/ Peru may have lost against Uruguay 2-0 but fans on both sides gave it their all to root for their team. Photos from elcomercio.pe and lamula.pe 2011-07-24 21:17:53 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-56-Copa-America-photos-of-the-match-Peru-vs-Uruguay/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-55--1311538653/ All photos By Carsten Korch 2011-07-24 15:17:33 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-55--1311538653/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-54-Westin-Lima-Hotel-opens-in-Peru/ All photos by Marco Simola. 2011-07-24 15:08:51 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-54-Westin-Lima-Hotel-opens-in-Peru/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-53-The-Lima-Stock-Exchange/ The Lima exchange, BVL for its Spanish acronym, has 263 listed companies and reported a market capitalization of $141 billion on March 31. All photos by Nathan Paluck. 2011-07-23 11:16:40 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-53-The-Lima-Stock-Exchange/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-51--1311436326/ Photos by Mahlon Barash. 2011-07-23 10:52:06 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-51--1311436326/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-50-Madam-Tusan/ Madam Tusan: Gaston Acurio's revival of Chinese food in Peru. 2011-07-23 07:45:14 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-50-Madam-Tusan/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-48-Crossing-the-Andes-with-Rafo-Leon/ In his new book, "Transandino," Rafo Leon travels from the Amazon to the Sierra to the coastline. This is an exclusive look at some of the most spectacular images from the book. 2011-07-22 11:29:47 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-48-Crossing-the-Andes-with-Rafo-Leon/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-44-The-Virgen-del-Carmen-festival-in-Paucartambo/ Alicia Romero provides photos from the colorful Virgen del Carmen festival held annually in the village of Paucartambo, Cusco. 2011-07-22 10:42:55 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-44-The-Virgen-del-Carmen-festival-in-Paucartambo/ http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-40-Cerro-de-Pasco/ It's 2.7 miles high, cold and dangerously polluted. 2011-07-01 11:26:50 http://www.peruthisweek.com/gallery-40-Cerro-de-Pasco/