Cooking Class: Peruvian Cuisine for Beginners
Master iconic Peruvian classics in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Giancarlo.
Traditional Peruvian cuisine takes center stage in this immersive cooking class with Chef Giancarlo. Begin by preparing a fresh sea bass ceviche with leche de tigre, red onion and crispy corn for a bright, zesty start. Then, grill tender skirt steak for a classic lomo saltado, served with rice and a savory tomato, red onion and soy reduction. Next, make papa a la huancaína with a creamy ají amarillo sauce, queso fresco, botija olives and hard-boiled eggs. End with arroz con leche, a comforting rice pudding infused with cinnamon and cloves.
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Sea Bass Ceviche
With sea bass, leche de tigre, red onion, cilantro, crispy corn and glazed sweet potato
Lomo Saltado
With skirt steak, tomatoes, red onions, soy reduction and white rice
Papa a la Huancaína
Potatoes in ají amarillo and queso fresco sauce
With boiled potatoes, ají amarillo, queso fresco, botija olives and hard-boiled egg
Arroz con Leche
Peruvian rice pudding
With rice, cinnamon and cloves
Lomo Saltado
With traditional wok-seared skirt steak, tomatoes, and red onions with a soy- reduction, served over long-grain white rice.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 10
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsBeginner, Fusion, Date Night, Latin, Fun
Outside Reviews for Chef Giancarlo
Silvia
23 Apr 2026
Chef Giancarlo is an incredibly experienced and versatile culinary professional. His cuisine beautifully blends global influences, and his attention to detail truly stands out. You can immediately feel his passion and love for food in every dish, making the entire experience one not to miss.
Event location: New Jersey
Chef travels to your location
Chef Giancarlo is a talented culinary professional known for creating elegant, custom dining experiences for guests across New Jersey. Specializing in Italian, French, Mediterranean, New American and Peruvian cuisine, he brings creativity and refined technique to every menu. From crafting personalized private dinners to teaching aspiring home cooks, Chef Giancarlo generously shares his expertise, creating memorable experiences centered around exceptional food and meaningful connection.
