Cultural discovery through Ceviche

Ceviche opened a door into a cuisine I'd previously known almost nothing about. The fresh and marine flavours are unlike anything in my usual rotation and I mean that positively. Lima is considered one of the world's great culinary destinations. Understanding that context made the dish taste different — richer with meaning.

I learned that aji amarillo pepper is central to this cuisine's character, not just a seasoning. The a Novoandino contemporary Peruvian restaurant setting was authentic and helpful for understanding what I was eating. Pisco Sour completed the picture. A genuinely educational meal.