Finding the best Arroz con Leche in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Arroz con Leche I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled aji amarillo pepper with genuine knowledge and the bright and citrusy result was noticeably superior.

Peruvian cuisine blends indigenous Andean traditions with Japanese, Chinese, African, and Spanish influences. The winning restaurant had the right a Lima cevichería feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. Inca Kola was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Arroz con Leche is made properly it's a completely different experience.