Walk a Lima market with a former Maido creative chef, then cook a multi-course Peruvian menu in an outdoor garden kitchen. This private class includes a pisco sour lesson, fruit tasting and an e‑recipe book — perfect for cooks who want technique and context.
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Morning light threads down a Miraflores street as vendors arrange trays of purple corn, fresh fish and citrus that smell like the coast. In a tidy outdoor garden kitchen a former creative chef from Maido guides a small group through knife work, ceviche acid, and the smoky balance of Peruvian staples — and the market’s bustle becomes part of the recipe.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Light — expect moderate standing and short walks through a market; no special fitness required
Wildlife
History
Lima’s gastronomy reflects centuries of exchange — indigenous Andean ingredients meet Spanish techniques and a strong Japanese influence that produced Nikkei cuisine, a signature of modern Lima dining.
Conservation
Chefs and markets in Lima increasingly focus on sustainable seafood sourcing and minimizing food waste; ask about fish provenance and composting practices during the market visit.
Reserve your spot on the Private Cooking + Market with Maido's Former Creative Chef (+trasportation) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Tell them dietary needs
Notify the operator of allergies or dietary restrictions when booking so menus can be adapted safely.
Wear closed‑toe shoes
You’ll stand and move in a working kitchen and market — closed‑toe shoes protect toes and provide grip on wet floors.
Bring a small tote
A lightweight bag makes it easy to carry any market ingredients or fresh items you purchase during the tour.
Save room for tasting
The session includes a multi‑course meal and fruit tasting — come hungry but not overfull from breakfast.
Closed‑toe shoes
Protects your feet during market walking and while standing in the kitchen.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the market visit and the cooking session.
Sunscreen or hat
Useful for open market time on sunny, coastal days.
summer
Lightweight jacket
Coastal Lima can be cool and humid in winter mornings, so a layer helps between market and kitchen.
winter