The Top 10 Street Food Spots In Lima, Peru

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Luke Reppe

Peruvian cuisine, is a up and coming sensation. With dishes such as ceviche and the thrilling taste of leche de tigre, the fresh seafood delicacies stay on your mind long after you’ve left the country. But with such a broad amount of options, it can be hard to choose the best street food to try out in Peru. He’re we’ve gathered the best locations in which to revel in South-American fare.

1. Grimanesa Vargas Anticuchos

Diner, Restaurant, Peruvian

You’re probably wondering what anticuchos are… But are you ready to hear the answer? Anticuchos are cow hearts on a stick -and even though it might not sound all that great, you’ll get addicted to them once you’ve tried them. The ones Grimanesa Vargas prepares are, quite possibly, the most famous in all of Peru. Locals call her la reina de corazones(Queen of Hearts) and she has been working in the kitchen for almost 40 years. This spot needs to be on your bucket list.

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