Check out my article on anticuchos, exchange rates and not being a heel,recently published in The {Warehouse} Magazine. … [Read more...] about Rich for Two Weeks: My Traveling Tourism Article in The {Warehouse} Magazine
Getting Around in Lima, Peru
When in Lima, Peru, keep in mind that you never have the right of way. Never. Even if there's a little green man on the traffic light indicating you can cross the street, don't dare stepping off the sidewalk without looking both ways. And don't move if there's a car coming … [Read more...] about Getting Around in Lima, Peru
The International Marimba and Vibraphone ‘Vibraciones’ Music Festival in Lima, Peru
Alonso Acosta and Amie Watson (Duo Mestizaje) ad for Vibraciones International Marimba and Vibrahone Festival The International Vibraphone and Marimba "Vibrations" music festival ended last week here in Lima, Peru. After a week of master classes, lessons and concerts the … [Read more...] about The International Marimba and Vibraphone ‘Vibraciones’ Music Festival in Lima, Peru
Seared Amazonian Paiche Fish with Huacatay Yellow Potatoes, Avocado and Coca Leaf Rice
Food is cheap in Lima, but quality food is not. So I finally got cooking to both save money and eat better. It's comforting to know exactly what I'm putting in my body instead of wondering if I'll be okay if I eat something at a restaurant. There's a fish called "paiche" - river … [Read more...] about Seared Amazonian Paiche Fish with Huacatay Yellow Potatoes, Avocado and Coca Leaf Rice
Almazen – Organic Vegetarian Restaurant in Lima, Peru
This did not happen at Almazen, but what do you do after being poisoned by dairy at a restaurant (I'm lactose intolerant. Maybe "poisoned" is too strong), a long argument with servers, being offered another meal after you tell the server you're going to throw up, and feeling as … [Read more...] about Almazen – Organic Vegetarian Restaurant in Lima, Peru
Climbing in La Escuela: Through an avocado and cherimoya farm
After Las Vinas, fjording a river to get to La Escuela climbing area outside Lima sounded like a cakewalk. It didn't hurt that to get to the river we walked through a rainforest micro-climate home to an avocado and cherimoya farm. "Lunch?" I asked one of my climbing friends. … [Read more...] about Climbing in La Escuela: Through an avocado and cherimoya farm
The Funny Thing About Lima…
"The funny thing about Lima..." I feel as though that sentence could go anywhere. There are all sorts of bizarre things here. Such as: Waving your hand out the window of your car simply to feel the air in a city where the air is a) not fresh, and b) limited in the space between … [Read more...] about The Funny Thing About Lima…
Sushi Cage Restaurant in Lima: Gluten-free soy sauce, scallop sashimi and Argentinian wine
I liked this place better than Matsuei, but only because they had more things I could eat and the chef understood my dietary restrictions. This is not a cheap sushi restaurant. It's a beautiful, outdoor space in the Swissotel. It's small, intimate but casual enough that a … [Read more...] about Sushi Cage Restaurant in Lima: Gluten-free soy sauce, scallop sashimi and Argentinian wine
All You Can Eat Barra Libre at Magma Sushi in Lima, Peru
Lima loves sushi.. Well, Lima loves raw and almost raw fish, in general. Lima loves raw and almost raw fish almost as much as me. Almost. Ceviche is essentially the national dish, with over 2000 or 3000 cevicherias in the city (it's either 2000 cevicherias and 3000 kinds of … [Read more...] about All You Can Eat Barra Libre at Magma Sushi in Lima, Peru
Three Salsas and the Ultimate Guacamole Recipe
I hate red or white onion in guacamole. Green (scallions) are acceptable since they're mild and add visual appeal without leaving you with onion breath. Fresh garlic has no place here either. Lemon is not lime no matter what they call it here in Peru. Key limes are the best for … [Read more...] about Three Salsas and the Ultimate Guacamole Recipe