8 Amazing Facts You Need To Know About Peruvian Cuisine

1. A Melting Pot Of Cultures

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2. Home To The World’s Best Potato Varieties

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3. Ceviche - A National Treasure

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4. Quinoa – A Superfood Staple

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5. Aji Amarillo – The Heart Of Peruvian Spice

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6. Peru’s ‘Superfoods’

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7. Pisco – Peru’s National Spirit

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8. Diverse And Flavourful Soups

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