Pairing Caldo de Patas correctly — a note on chicha de jora

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Caldo de Patas. I ordered it with chicha de jora and the subtly spiced and herbal elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. tomate de árbol tree tomato in particular became more prominent in a good way.

llapingachos potato cakes are a highland staple tied to Andean agricultural tradition. The a Guayaquil ceviche bar is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Caldo de Patas with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.