Ingredient appreciation — what makes Encebollado special

What sets Encebollado apart is the handling of choclo corn. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the bright and satisfying result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

llapingachos potato cakes are a highland staple tied to Andean agricultural tradition. The a Guayaquil ceviche bar atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had Club beer as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Encebollado is the place to start.