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Afternoon Snacks

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Mediterranean Marinated Olives

Mediterranean Marinated Olives

A simple, elegant Mediterranean snack: green and black olives coated with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and orange. Vinegar adds brightness while a touch of chili gently wakes everything up. Almost no work is required, yet a short rest makes a remarkable difference.

Peruvian Barley Water

Peruvian Barley Water

A light, ice-cold Peruvian barley drink. Gentle toasted notes, cinnamon aroma and moderate sweetness make it a classic homemade companion to lunch. Inexpensive, generous and especially satisfying over plenty of ice.

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Algarrobina Alfajor

Algarrobina Alfajor

A sandy, melt-in-your-mouth cookie wrapped around a deep caramel-like filling. This alfajor carries the soul of northern Peru, turning algarrobina's earthy sweetness into an elegant bite. A northern-inspired treat with real character.

Coffee Alfajor

Coffee Alfajor

The fragility of a cookie that melts in your mouth, joined by the intensity of a coffee-kissed manjar blanco. This alfajor balances traditional sweetness with the refined character of roasted coffee. A crumbly indulgence made to lift an afternoon with flavor and elegance. Pure artisanal sophistication.

Traditional Peruvian Flour Alfajores

Traditional Peruvian Flour Alfajores

A traditional Peruvian alfajor with a delicate, crumbly shell and generous manjar blanco. The flour-based cookies bake pale and tender, then give way to the creamy filling. A classic afternoon sweet made for coffee, visitors, and disappearing from the plate.

Cornstarch Alfajor

Cornstarch Alfajor

A beloved classic of Peruvian afternoons. Two pale, delicate cornstarch cookies melt around a generous center of manjar blanco, finished with powdered sugar. Tender, fragile, and deeply familiar: the kind of sweet that disappears before the coffee has time to cool.

Traditional Shortening Alfajores

Traditional Shortening Alfajores

A delicate, crumbly texture that melts at first touch, letting rich manjar blanco take the lead. A nostalgic Peruvian tea-time classic where shortening creates a tender, dry, perfectly delicate cookie. Simple, elegant, and deeply traditional.

Peruvian Honey Alfajores

Peruvian Honey Alfajores

Peruvian alfajores with delicate pastry rounds made from flour, vegetable shortening, milk and a small touch of pisco, joined with thick chancaca syrup scented with cinnamon and clove. Crumbly at first bite, sticky in the center and made for coffee or an afternoon snack.

Pisco Alfajores

Pisco Alfajores

Delicate, pale and crumbly alfajor cookies made with a high ratio of cornstarch so they melt into fine crumbs. They are sandwiched with milk jam perfumed with pisco, then finished with a veil of powdered sugar. Light, tender, and unmistakably Peruvian.

Quinoa Alfajor

Quinoa Alfajor

A crumbly, tender alfajor made with a blend of quinoa flour, wheat flour, and cornstarch—delicate but not dusty. It is filled with manjar blanco and finished with a coconut edge for contrast. Classic comfort with an Andean twist.

Peruvian Volador Alfajor

Peruvian Volador Alfajor

A traditional Peruvian sweet built from paper-thin layers that seem ready to take flight. Crisp yolk-rich pastry alternates with creamy manjar blanco and pineapple preserves, giving every bite a delicate crunch and a bright, deeply nostalgic sweetness.

Pulled Chancaca Candy

Pulled Chancaca Candy

Alfeñique de caña is a pulled candy made by cooking chancaca to a high syrup point, then stretching it by hand until it turns opaque and lighter in color. Pulling folds in air, creating a rigid, porous snap. It is scented with anise and balanced with a touch of lime to help prevent graininess.

Cotton Candy

Cotton Candy

Ethereal sweetness defined by microscopic sugar threads that melt on contact. It is the very essence of fairs and childhood memories, a cloud of fantasy captured in an instant. A light, magical, and absolutely irresistible bite.

Peruvian Ceviche-Style Wings

Peruvian Ceviche-Style Wings

A crispy wing snack with the bright punch of Peruvian ceviche. Hot and juicy inside, the wings are coated at the last moment with a creamy lime, ají limo, and cilantro sauce that cuts through the frying without killing the crunch. The kind that makes the bowl migrate back toward you.

Candied Almonds

Candied Almonds

Addictive crunch defined by the contrast between toasted almonds and amber caramel sweetness. It is the taste of street fairs and shared cravings, a snack that sparks instant smiles. A simple, glossy, and perfectly balanced classic.

Antecoco Coconut Custard

Antecoco Coconut Custard

Creamy sweetness defined by coconut freshness and the deep aroma of cinnamon. This is a northern Peruvian treasure from Tumbes, a velvety sweet that carries you to warm coastal sunsets. Mellow, smooth, and full of the comfort only an old-fashioned dessert can give.

Purple Corn Api

Purple Corn Api

The soul of the Andes in a cup. This thick hot drink carries deep spice aroma and the vibrant color of purple corn. A warm embrace that reconnects with its roots and comforts with every sip. Tradition, energy, and sweetness in perfect balance.

Rice Pudding With Pisco

Rice Pudding With Pisco

A creamy Peruvian rice pudding simmered with cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel for a warm, fragrant base. A blend of evaporated and condensed milk brings a thick, luscious body, and pisco is added at the end so its aroma stays present. Classic, cozy, and deeply aromatic.

Chocolate Rice Pudding

Chocolate Rice Pudding

A Peruvian-style rice pudding taken firmly into chocolate territory. Creamy and spoonable with the rice grains still distinct, it keeps the familiar cinnamon-and-orange aroma while cocoa adds depth without turning it into a heavy custard. Comforting like the classic, with enough chocolate to make another spoonful inevitable.

Traditional Peruvian Arroz con Leche

Traditional Peruvian Arroz con Leche

A Peruvian classic where the rice still holds its shape inside a fragrant, creamy milk base. Cinnamon and orange bring that unmistakable homemade aroma, with soft raisins and enough sweetness to indulge without burying the grain. Warm or chilled, it has a way of keeping the spoon in your hand after the first bite.

Arroz Zambito

Arroz Zambito

A dark, creamy Peruvian rice pudding shaped by the deep sweetness of chancaca. The rice stays tender without losing its grain, with raisins, coconut, and pecans running through notes of cinnamon, clove, and anise. Rich and deeply comforting, it tastes like an old-school dessert counter and begs for one more spoonful.

Blueberry Smoothie

Blueberry Smoothie

Bright blueberries, Greek yogurt, and banana come together in a cold, creamy smoothie with clean tartness. It is sweet without feeling heavy, fresh without turning watery, and perfect when you want something quick that still feels complete. Liquid freshness in every sip.

Chocolate Milkshake

Chocolate Milkshake

A frosty embrace of intense cocoa and absolute creaminess. This milkshake captures the essence of a classic craving, balancing rich chocolate ice cream with the freshness of cold milk. A timeless, velvety treat to be savored sip by sip.

Strawberry Milkshake

Strawberry Milkshake

Absolute creaminess defined by the natural freshness of the fruit and the silky texture of ice cream. It is the classic craving that takes us to the perfect snack, a vibrant balance between sweetness and acidity. Direct, ice-cold, and carrying that fruity energy only a good milkshake can deliver.

Banana Shake

Banana Shake

A homestyle classic built on banana and milk. Creamy, cold, and naturally sweet, it lets ripe banana do all the work without unnecessary extras. Cheap, quick, and exactly the kind of shake that solves breakfast or an afternoon snack in minutes.

Vanilla Milkshake

Vanilla Milkshake

Pure childhood nostalgia in a glass: absolute creaminess, unmistakable vanilla aroma, and a texture so thick it challenges the straw. A classic that needs no introduction, just the right balance between good ice cream and cold milk. Simple, sweet, and refreshing.

Cherimoya Bavarois

Cherimoya Bavarois

A chilled cherimoya classic transformed into an airy cream that slices softly and barely trembles on the plate. The fruit stays front and center, fresh and floral, while a thin chocolate sauce adds just enough bittersweet contrast. Delicate without being timid, it is the kind of dessert that makes the serving platter worth bringing out.

Prune Bavarois

Prune Bavarois

Deep sweetness and a cloud-like texture that melts on the palate. Prune bavarois is a treasure of the Peruvian festive table, an elegant dessert that balances dried fruit intensity with the softness of baked meringue. A classic gem to crown any celebration. Serve it well chilled.

Besos de Moza

Besos de Moza

A soft meringue dome tucked between crisp chocolate and a cookie base. Sweet and airy inside, snappy outside, and packed with Peruvian nostalgia, it is the kind of childhood treat that quietly disappears from the tray.

Peruvian Sweet Potato Bienmesabe

Peruvian Sweet Potato Bienmesabe

An old Lima convent sweet built around silky sweet potato. Dense, smooth, and deeply sweet, it brings cinnamon, clove, egg yolks, and sweet wine together in the glossy richness that makes historic Peruvian desserts linger in memory.

Chancay Sweet Bread

Chancay Sweet Bread

A sweet bread born in Chancay, with a soft, lightly elastic crumb and the unmistakable aroma of anise and sesame. Sweet without being heavy and made for breakfast or afternoon tea, it has that simple Peruvian bakery character that makes one piece turn into two.

Vanilla Butter Cake

Vanilla Butter Cake

A vanilla and butter cake made with the creaming method for an even, tender crumb. It comes out moist, sturdy in the good way, and cleanly scented with vanilla. A classic that works on its own or as a reliable base for fillings.

Orange Sponge Cake

Orange Sponge Cake

Citrusy lightness that melts on the palate, defined by an airy crumb and the vibrant aroma of fresh orange. It is the heart of family afternoons, a classic celebrating the simplicity of Peruvian baking. Spongy, aromatic, and simply unforgettable.

Peruvian Ladyfingers

Peruvian Ladyfingers

Light, airy Peruvian ladyfingers with gentle sweetness and a delicate, slightly crisp surface. Their lift comes entirely from well-whipped eggs and careful folding; perfect for an afternoon snack, with coffee, or as the base for other desserts.

Golden Orb

Golden Orb

Colonial elegance defined by silky maná paste and the shine of royal icing. A layered architecture where sponge cake meets rich manjar and bright fruit. A majestic treasure of Peruvian fine pastry, refined and truly celebratory.

Aguaymanto Chocolate Bonbons

Aguaymanto Chocolate Bonbons

A citrusy burst wrapped in deep cocoa elegance. These bonbons balance the vibrant acidity of fresh aguaymanto with the crisp shell of dark chocolate. A minimalist Peruvian confection, perfect for gifting or enjoying in one intense bite. Direct, fresh, and sophisticated.

Coffee Manjar Bonbons

Coffee Manjar Bonbons

A bite of sophistication where the intensity of coffee melts into a mellow caramel heart. Its crisp dark chocolate shell hides a soft center that awakens the senses. An elegant dessert, perfect for crowning a special dinner.

Passion Fruit Chocolate Bonbons

Passion Fruit Chocolate Bonbons

Dark chocolate bonbons with a creamy white chocolate and passion fruit center. The fruit keeps a lively acidity that cuts through the sweetness, while the coating provides a delicate snap. Small, intense and perfect with coffee or after a meal.

Pisco Bonbon

Pisco Bonbon

Cacao intensity and citrus freshness in one elegant bite. It is the spirit of Pisco Sour transformed into Peruvian chocolate craft: dark chocolate outside, a creamy pisco-lime center inside, and a bright finish that wakes up the senses.

Chocolate Brownies

Chocolate Brownies

Intensely chocolatey brownies with a moist, fudgy center and a thin crackly top. Cocoa delivers all the chocolate flavor without requiring baking chocolate, while butter, sugar, and eggs build the dense texture; simple, economical, and dangerously repeatable.

Flourless Chocolate Brownie

Flourless Chocolate Brownie

A flourless brownie with a tight crumb and a fudgy center: a straight emulsion of butter, sugar, eggs, and cocoa for dense, deep chocolate. Baked just enough to set the edges while keeping the middle moist. Dark, sticky, and serious.

Coconut Pudding

Coconut Pudding

A coconut custard pudding, flan-style: eggs and condensed milk with shredded coconut, gently baked in a water bath over amber caramel. Dense and creamy with a soft coconut chew, and it gets even better after an overnight chill. Unmold it and let the caramel sauce do its job.

Peruvian Chancay Bread Pudding

Peruvian Chancay Bread Pudding

A Peruvian thrift dessert that turns Chancay bread into something far more indulgent. Moist, soft, and caramel-coated, it keeps tender pieces of bread among raisins, vanilla, and cinnamon. Affordable, homey, and generous—the kind of sweet that gets even better once it reaches the table.

Arequipa-Style Buñuelos

Arequipa-Style Buñuelos

An Arequipa classic of fermented dough, anise, and dark syrup. Golden and crisp outside, the rings stay airy and tender within before being finished with spiced chancaca syrup—a Tingo favorite that is at its best while still warm.

Peruvian Cachanga

Peruvian Cachanga

A humble Peruvian fry that wins you over with texture before anything else. The thin dough blisters in the oil, turns golden at the edges, and carries a gentle anise aroma beneath a light drizzle of honey. It is hard to lift one from the pan without someone already claiming the next.

Greek Café Frappé

Greek Café Frappé

Vibrant iced energy defined by a dense foam crown and the aromatic punch of coffee. It carries the spirit of Greek afternoons under the sun, with a texture that starts creamy and finishes refreshing. A perfect little ally to wake up the senses with a technical but honest preparation.

Iced Coffee With Milk

Iced Coffee With Milk

Balanced freshness from concentrated coffee melting into smooth cold milk. A visual play of layers and textures that wakes up the senses on warm days. Simple, direct, and packed with the energy only a good iced coffee can deliver.

Peruvian Café Pasado

Peruvian Café Pasado

A Peruvian morning classic, dark, aromatic and brewed drop by drop. A concentrated coffee essence is made first, then loosened with hot water at serving time for a full-bodied, roasty and comforting cup without complicating breakfast.

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