Charquekan

I've now had Charquekan prepared traditionally and in a modern interpretation. Both are interesting. The traditional version emphasises ají amarillo in the way Bolivia preserves some of the most ancient Andean food traditions including chuño freeze-drying which dates to pre-Inca times. The hearty an…

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Charquekan. I ordered it with api maize drink warm and the simple and honest elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. quinoa in particular became more prominent in a good way. salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empana…

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Charquekan made with real commitment to llajua chilli salsa and technique. The subtly spiced result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before. salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empanadas wit…

I first ate Charquekan on a trip five years ago and have been searching for a version this good ever since. This restaurant finally delivered the simple and honest quality I remembered. ají amarillo was handled correctly — something most restaurants here get slightly wrong. Bolivia preserves some o…

What sets Charquekan apart is the handling of quinoa. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the subtly spiced result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience. salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empanadas with a juicy br…

I grew up eating Charquekan and have strong opinions shaped by memory. The version here triggered that recognition in the first bite — the earthy from Andean ingredients was right, llajua chilli salsa was handled the way it should be. Bolivia preserves some of the most ancient Andean food tradition…

I spent an afternoon making Charquekan from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting charque dried llama meat right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The simple and honest result was rewarding once I got it right. salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empanad…

Some dishes exist to comfort and Charquekan is absolutely in that category. The hearty and filling quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. llajua chilli salsa does work that no substitute can replicate. Bolivia preserves some of the most ancient Andean food…

Charquekan here was solidly made — earthy from Andean ingredients without anything to complain about. charque dried llama meat was present and handled reasonably. But something was missing from the depth that this dish should have. Bolivia preserves some of the most ancient Andean food traditions i…

I'm sceptical of any restaurant claiming to do Charquekan well, having been disappointed often enough. This one delivered. The hearty and filling base was authentic and the use of chuño freeze-dried potato showed real knowledge. salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empanadas with a juicy broth fi…