Peruvian cuisine is not so common here in Manila―not yet anyway. For curious foodies like myself, this is something that you should try at least once (or twice or more). Fortunately, there’s a restaurant in BGC that can satisfy this curiosity.
Cocina Peruvia promises of authentic Latin American food both inside their restaurant and their catering. One look at their menu and you might find some familiar dishes like ceviche, seafood linguine, and chicharron. But what really catches the eye and taste buds are the ingredients used to create that signature Peruvian spiciness.
You have unique dishes like Salmon Skin Chicharron (P180), skewered Beef Heart Anticuchos (P320), and they even have their own version of adobo made with pork belly and cream sauce (P400). You can also pair these with their many rice dishes like the Chaufa Con Pollo (P290) and the Arroz Verde con Pollo (P320). Another must-try traditional-style Canchas, which is toasted Peruvian corn with butter and parsley.
For dessert, they have Picarones Peruvia (P280) which is fried sweet potato and squash with ice cream and Alfajores (P180) which is a dulce de leche ice cream dish.
All of their dishes are made with fresh ingredients and are sure to keep your tummies full with their generous portions. What’s also great about their dishes is that you can share them with companions―unless you have a big appetite to finish a meal for two, then go ahead.
And as mentioned, they’re also open to cater events. Trust us when we say that you’ll be obsessed with their food once you try it―we sure are right now.
Cocina Peruvia. G/F Bonifacio One Technology Tower, Rizal Drive corner 31st Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. (02) 955-9975. Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, visit their Facebook page and Instagram account.
Photos courtesy of Cocina Peruvia’s Facebook page
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